{"id":4242,"date":"2022-06-14T20:43:20","date_gmt":"2022-06-14T20:43:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.tarleton.edu\/degrees\/?page_id=4242"},"modified":"2024-08-28T16:02:17","modified_gmt":"2024-08-28T16:02:17","slug":"self-design","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/programs.tarleton.edu\/self-design\/","title":{"rendered":"Management, M.S. &#8211; Self-Design"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-columns advgb-columns-wrapper\" id=\"advgb-cols-c18f9d9b-88e0-464c-af3d-64747d34b495\"><div class=\"advgb-columns-container\"><div class=\"advgb-columns advgb-columns-row advgb-is-mobile advgb-columns-2 layout-12-12 mbl-layout-stacked gutter-30 vgutter-10 order-rtl\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-column advgb-column advgb-is-half-tablet advgb-is-full-mobile\" id=\"advgb-col-73d93010-faaf-489f-8678-49b52d0002ef\"><div class=\"advgb-column-inner\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:1px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Self-Design Concentration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Self-Design concentration of Tarleton State University\u2019s Master of Science (M.S.) in Management degree offers an entirely customizable curriculum in business management. Students within the Self-Design concentration are able to accelerate their leadership potential and project management skillset, setting them up for success as entrepreneurs, small business owners, and those seeking a wide variety of career-path options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Personalized Curriculum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Self-Design concentration expands your knowledge across many content areas, increasing your professional aptitude in modern, in-demand business methodologies. Since the curriculum is varied, students in this program come from many academic and professional backgrounds, including fields outside of the business world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Taken entirely online, M.S. in Management students are able to pursue their existing careers and balance academic, work, and personal responsibilities. Many classes are available in either 8-week or 16-week formats, allowing for the program to be completed in as little as 12 months.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-column advgb-column advgb-is-half-tablet advgb-is-full-mobile\" id=\"advgb-col-08e58241-27c2-445b-acac-ea583c1e780e\"><div class=\"advgb-column-inner\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:1px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full degreephoto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/programs.tarleton.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/self-design.jpg\" alt=\"Yellow letter blocks spell &amp;quot;THINK DIFFERENT&amp;quot; among pencils.\" class=\"wp-image-4244\" srcset=\"https:\/\/programs.tarleton.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/self-design.jpg 720w, https:\/\/programs.tarleton.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/self-design-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/programs.tarleton.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/self-design-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group degreeaside has-black-color has-text-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#cccccc\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get started next semester!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now is the time to find out more information on admission to this flexible program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-button alignfull is-style-squared\"><a class=\"wp-block-advgb-button_link advgbbtn-4a13fb93-1791-4fad-a929-75ebc4759342\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/graduate\/request-more-information\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span>Find out more<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Master\u2019s in Management Core Courses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tarleton State\u2019s&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/programs.tarleton.edu\/masters\/ms-management\/index.html\">M.S. in Management degree<\/a>&nbsp;builds the advanced skills in leadership, business analytics, and operations necessary for success in a management role. The 18 credit hours of core coursework includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Leadership Development or Managing Operations and Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strategic Business Planning &amp; Policy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organizational Behavior<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Project Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Managerial Statistics&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Evidence Based Decision Making<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Management and Leadership Concentration Coursework<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to the core M.S. in Management coursework, students in the Self-Design concentration take an additional 12-18 credit hours of coursework that tailors their degree to their interests and professional aspirations. All concentration courses must be selected from&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/common\/links\/coba\/coba.html\">Dr. Sam Pack College of Business<\/a>&nbsp;classes or have express program\/graduate director approval.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thesis option is also available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Outcomes and Careers Paths<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The personalized structure of the Self-Design concentration allows for M.S. in Management graduates to explore more flexible career paths that match their interests and aspirations. In doing this, our students become savvy leaders and operational experts with the confidence to lead teams and develop innovative solutions and problem-solving strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many graduates also go on to develop their own innovative companies or initiatives, reflecting the diverse knowledge and skills gained at Tarleton State University. With this tailored curriculum, students are prepared to step into leadership roles such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Entrepreneur<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small Business Owner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Franchise Owner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Executive Manager&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department Manager<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operations Manager&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Training and Development Manager<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">MS in Management Degree Accreditation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tarleton State\u2019s Master of Science in Management degree program is accredited by the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sacscoc.org\/\">Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC),<\/a>&nbsp;the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.acbsp.org\/\">Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP),<\/a>&nbsp;and a Member of the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aacsb.edu\/\"> Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)<\/a>. This reflects our commitment to providing a degree program that builds modern, in-demand knowledge and skills within the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Create Your Unique Professional Path<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Self-Design concentration of the Master of Science in Management degree builds advanced leadership, communication, and project management skills, opening doors to a range of professional opportunities in the world of business.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start building your future today.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/graduate\/requestinfo.html\">Request more information<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/graduate\/future\/masters.html\">submit your application to Tarleton State University<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related Programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not what you were looking for? Tarleton State University offers over 100 different degrees and certifications that may be of interest to you, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/programs.tarleton.edu\/masters\/mba-business-masters\/index.html\">M.B.A. Business Administration<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/programs.tarleton.edu\/masters\/ms-information-systems\/index.html\">M.S. Information Systems<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/programs.tarleton.edu\/masters\/mpa\/index.html\">M.P.A. Public Administration<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/programs.tarleton.edu\/bachelors\/baas-business\/index.html\">B.A.A.S. 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