The Department of Management offers three graduate programs, the Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Human Resource Management (MS-HRM), and the Master of Science in Management (MS-M).
Master of Business Administration
The MBA program at Tarleton is a broad, business-based professional degree with relevant coursework directly applicable to current concepts and practices of key business areas. You’ll explore topics in accounting, finance, information systems, marketing, business strategy, and more. Unlike career-specific advanced degrees like a teaching credential or a medical degree, the knowledge and skills you gain while earning your MBA can transfer easily across industries. An MBA opens the door to a wide array of careers in business management and positions you for success both now and well into the future.
The MBA is a 30-hour program that seeks to develop students' leadership, decision-making, and critical-thinking abilities in the functional areas of business, such as Management, Marketing, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, and Business Strategy. Two versions of the program are available. The traditional MBA can be completed in 1.5 years and utilizes mostly 16-week long-semester courses. It is more amenable for those with a busy schedule and is frequently completed on a part-time student basis. Alternately, the fast-track MBA requires the same course work and objectives; however, the completion time is reduced to one year by using a mixture of 4, 8, and 16-week courses. The fast-track is designed for those with open and flexible schedules. While the fast-track program courses might be compressed to as little as 4-weeks, the content and rigger equal its 16-week equivalent. With the classes being the same, entrants in the fast-track program always have the option to revert to the traditional program, and entrants in the traditional program can enroll in 4 or 8-week courses pending availability.
Mission:
The mission of the Master of Business Administration degree program is to provide a relevant, high-quality, broad-based education that develops students’ critical thinking and decision making skills thereby preparing them for successful business careers and enhanced life-long learning.
Location(s)/Modality Offered:
The MBA program is offered primarily as an online degree and all required courses, including leveling courses are available online in all semesters. Additionally, select courses are offered on the Fort Worth campus. International students and others requiring in-classroom instruction are encouraged to complete these Fort Worth classes. The in-person courses in Fort Worth are offered as follows:
Fall semester:
- BUSI 5397
- BUSI 5365
- ACCT 5303
- MKTG 5308
Spring semester:
For additional support information, see the following webpages:
Requirements:
To pursue this degree, students within 12 hours of obtaining their undergraduate degree with a 3.0 GPA or higher on their last 60 hours of coursework can request Provisional enrollment. Students must work with the COB MBA Program Manager, completing the Graduate Student Provisional Form, enabling them to register for graduate classes early. Students will need reliable Internet access, basic computer skills, ample time to dedicate to completing the required course content, and the desire to complete an advanced degree that can provide opportunities for career advancement.
After an MBA applicant is admitted to the College of Graduate Studies, his/her transcript, application, essay, and test scores (if applicable) will be evaluated by the COB MBA Program Manager. The manager evaluates the student’s educational background to determine what leveling requirements or program prerequisites may be needed. A student whose undergraduate degree is not in business may be required to take up to nine hours of graduate leveling courses (which are not counted toward the 30 hours required for the degree) to be prepared for successful graduate study in business. Leveling requirements will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may be satisfied by taking graduate leveling courses (courses under the COBA prefix) or through other appropriate means. All required leveling courses must be completed within the first 12 hours of course work and before any other courses in that discipline. More about Leveling.
Before a student completes 12 hours of graduate credit in the MBA program, the student should contact the COB Graduate Manager and request that an official degree plan be prepared. The student may petition for changes in this degree plan at a later date, but these changes must be approved by the COB Graduate Manager and the Dean of the College of Graduate Studies.
Master of Business Administration
NOTE: It is recommended that students interested in the MBA take the following courses (or their equivalents) as part of their undergraduate program:
- Any Business MGMT Course
- Any Business MKTG Course
- ACCT 3300: Accounting Concepts
- BUSI 2311: Business Statistics
- FINC 3301: Principles of Finance
- ECON 2301: Macro Economics
Comprehensive Examination:
Students in the MBA program are required to pass a comprehensive examination before receiving their degrees. Students will be required to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in all areas of Business Administration. Students must have completed their core courses and have a GPA of at least 3.0 to be eligible to take the comprehensive exam.
Thesis option
The MBA is a wide spectrum program and does not offer a thesis option. Those interested in a thesis option might consider one of the COB discipline focused MS programs.
Questions?
Send your questions to the MBA advisor at MBA@tarleton.edu
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Master of Science in Human Resource Management
People are the most important part of any business. Businesses that are leaders in their industry strive to put human resources as their top priority in developing strategy, marketing, or operational excellence. It takes talent, dedication, and an educated human resource staff to keep these businesses at the top of their game. Changing demographics, laws and regulations and the continuing need to keep the existing workforce challenged and motivated establishes paramount for educated Human Resource professionals.
The Master of Science degree in Human Resource Management is a 30-hour program that provides students opportunities to develop critical skills in areas such as research and job analysis, recruitment and selection, training and development, compensation and benefits, labor relations and organizational effectiveness. Students gain knowledge and skills that are applicable in business and not-for-profit entities including state and local governments and military organizations.
Mission:
The mission of the Master of Science degree in Human Resource Management program is to provide a relevant, high-quality, specialized education in Human Resources that develops students’ critical thinking and decision-making skills and connects them with business leaders thereby preparing them for successful business careers in a global business environment and enhances life-long learning.
Location(s)/Modality Offered:
The MS-HRM program is offered as a totally online degree. Some courses are only offered during particular semesters or locations.
For additional support information, see the following webpages:
The Human Resources Master's program is recognized by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) for having curricula aligned with their Human Resource guidelines.
Requirements:
To pursue this degree, students within 12 hours of obtaining their undergraduate degree with a 3.0 GPA or higher on their last 60 hours of coursework can request Provisional enrollment. Students must work with the COB Specialty Master Programs Manager and complete the Graduate Student Provisional Form to enable them to register for graduate classes early. Otherwise, students are required to hold a baccalaureate degree and obtain acceptance to the College of Graduate Studies at Tarleton. Students will need reliable Internet access, basic computer skills, ample time to dedicate to completing the required course content, and the desire to complete an advanced degree that can provide opportunities for career advancement.
After an MS-HRM applicant is admitted to the College of Graduate Studies, his/her transcript, application, essay, and test scores (if applicable) will be evaluated by a COB Specialty Master Program Manager. The manager evaluates the student's educational background and work experience to determine what leveling requirements or program prerequisites may be needed. Leveling requirements will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may be satisfied by taking graduate leveling courses or through other appropriate means.
A student whose undergraduate degree is not in a business discipline could be required to take up to nine hours of graduate leveling courses (which are not counted toward the 30 hours required for the degree) to be prepared for successful graduate study in business. All required leveling courses must be completed within the first 12 hours of course work and before any other courses in the discipline. More on Leveling.
Master of Science in Human Resource Management
NOTE: It is recommended that students interested in the MS-HRM, take the following courses (or their equivalents) as part of their undergraduate program:
- Any Business MGMT Course
- Any Business MKTG Course
- ACCT 3300: Accounting Concepts
- BUSI 2311: Business Statistics
- FINC 3301: Principles of Finance
- ECON 2301: Macro Economics
Comprehensive Examination
Students in the MS degrees in Human Resource Management programs are required to pass a comprehensive examination before receiving their degrees. Students will be required to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in the area Human Resource Management. Students must have completed their core courses and have a GPA of at least 3.0 to be eligible to take the comprehensive exam.
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Master of Science in Management
Designed for graduate students with diverse needs who want to advance their business management careers, our online Master of Management degree program is flexible, affordable and customizable. Classes are 100% online, and no leveling classes are required for enrollment. Depending on your concentration, you may be able to complete our online Master of Management degree in as quickly as a year.
The Master of Science degree in Management is a 30-36 hour program that provides the student opportunities to develop critical skills in areas such as business analytics, executive communication, recreation and sports, management and leadership, social media strategy, or self-design to meet the unique requirements of your desired career path.
Mission:
The mission of the Master of Science in Management program is to provide a relevant, high-quality, specialized education in various aspects of business management that develops students’ critical thinking and decision making skills. Each concentration of the program develops the emerging executive with knowledge and skills intended to prepare them for a chosen business career paths plus enhances the student readiness to be an independent life-long learner.
Location(s)/Modality Offered:
The MSM program is offered as a totally online degree. Some courses are only offered during particular semesters or locations.
For additional support information, see the following webpages:
Requirements:
To pursue this degree, students within 12 hours of obtaining their undergraduate degree with a 3.0 GPA or higher on their last 60 hours of coursework can request Provisional enrollment. Students must work with the COB Specialty Master Programs Manager, completing the Graduate Student Provisional Form, enabling them to register for graduate classes early. Otherwise, students are required to hold a baccalaureate degree and obtain acceptance to the College of Graduate Studies at Tarleton. Students will need reliable internet access, basic computer skills, ample time to dedicate to completing the required course content, and the desire to complete an advanced degree that can provide opportunities for career advancement.
The MS-M program does not require leveling courses.
Select concentrations of the MS-M offer a thesis option. In all concentrations, the thesis requires additional course hours.
Master of Science in Management
Additional Required Courses for Concentrations
Business Analytics
Management and Leadership - NonThesis
Management and Leadership - Thesis
Self-Design - NonThesis
Self-Design - Thesis
Social Media Strategy
Executive Communication
ENGL 5327 | Executive Writing | 3 |
ENGL 5337 | Intercultural Technical and Professional Writing | 3 |
ENGL 5338 | Technical Editing: Practice and Theory | 3 |
ENGL 5320 | Studies in the English Language | 3 |
| 6 |
| History of Rhetoric I | |
| History of Rhetoric II | |
| Rhetorical Criticism | |
| Introduction to Visual Rhetoric | |
| Seminar in Professional Writing | |
| Grant and Proposal Writing | |
| Ethics in Technical and Professional Writing | |
Total Hours | 18 |
Recreation and Sports
KINE 5305 | Administration of Athletics | 3 |
KINE 5317 | Leadership and Professional Development | 3 |
KINE 5326 | Facilities in Kinesiology, Athletics, and Recreation | 3 |
KINE 5343 | Law for Sport and Recreation | 3 |
KINE 5385 | Seminar | 3 |
| 3 |
| Principles of Sport Organization | |
| Contemporary Issues in Sports Medicine | |
| Administrative Practices in Sports Medicine | |
| Internship | |
Total Hours | 18 |
Human Resources
Small and Family Business Management - NonThesis
Small and Family Business Management - Thesis
Logistics - NonThesis
Logistics - Thesis
Supply Chain Management - NonThesis
Supply Chain Management - Thesis
Employment Relations (with Certificate)
HRMT 5324 | Employee & Labor Relations 5 | 3 |
HRMT 5340 | Effective Employee Relations | 3 |
HRMT 5343 | Conflict Resolution Practices | 3 |
HRMT 5345 | Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace | 3 |
Total Hours | 12 |
Marketing
Industrial Quality
Production Operations
MGMT 5311 | Managing Operations and Services | 3 |
BANA 5320 | Prescriptive Analytics | 3 |
ENGT 5336 | Production and Inventory Control | 3 |
ENGT 5362 | Supply Chain Management | 3 |
ENGT 5303 | Engineering Economics and Decision Analysis | 3 |
or ENGT 5332 | Financial Risk for Engineering Project Management |
ENGT 5324 | Statistics for Engineering Management | 3 |
Total Hours | 18 |
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