in person, online, hybrid
MA in Management (AACSB Accredited)
The MAM degree is ideal for students who are looking to add functional training to their liberal arts education, transition into a new career, and build management and technical skills. Choose from in-person, online, and hybrid course options and complete your degree in as little as one year. In addition to gaining foundational management knowledge, you can specialize in an optional concentration in supply chain management, leadership, marketing, information technology management, or entrepreneurship.
32 units
required units
MA in Management (AACSB Accredited)
degree awarded
In Person, Online, Hybrid
modality
Spring, Summer, Fall
program start
9-16 months | full time*
estimated completion time
Introduces fundamental strategies for organizational effectiveness through the better management of people and systems.
Develop a critical understanding of key marketing concepts and gain analytical and evaluative skills to inform strategic marketing decision making.
For students seeking such IT careers as leading IT functions, managing IT consulting or development, or working in technology-related startups.
Study the art of entrepreneurship and innovation from launching a business to startups and corporate entrepreneurship.
Develop the analytical skills to work on HR strategy, processes, and cultivate thriving work environments and positive company cultures in today’s rapidly changing workplace.
Core Courses (16 units)
Business Analytics (4 units)
Drucker Philosophy (2 units)
Organizational Behavior (4 units)
The Practice of Leadership (2 units)
4 additional units of MBA core courses
Elective Courses (16 units)
Option to complete a 12-unit concentration
Students must demonstrate fluency with financial accounting by the end of their first semester in the program.
University Requirements | |
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Application Fee | $80 (fee is non-refundable) |
Official Transcripts | Undergraduate/graduate |
English Proficiency Exam | Required (international applicants only) |
Resume | Applicants must submit an up-to-date copy of their resume. |
Program Requirements | |
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Applicant Questionnaire | For each of the questions below, please provide a separate response of no more than 100 words maximum. You will be able to upload your responses to your applicant status page following the submission of your online application. |
Academic Prerequisites | You must hold a U.S. equivalent bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. |
Letter of Recommendation | Optional |
Standardized Test Scores | GRE (optional) |
CGU operates on a priority deadline cycle. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit complete applications by the priority dates in order to assure maximum consideration for both admission and fellowships.
Once the priority deadlines have passed, the University will continue to review applications for qualified candidates on a competitive, space-available basis. The final deadlines listed are the last date the University can accept an application in order to allow sufficient time to complete the admissions, financial aid, and other enrollment processes.
Spring 2025
Priority Deadline – November 1, 2024
Final Deadline (International) – November 15, 2024
Final Deadline (Domestic) – December 1, 2024
Classes begin – January 21, 2025
Summer 2025
Priority Deadline – February 1, 2025
Final Deadline (International) – March 1, 2025
Final Deadline (Domestic) – April 1, 2025
Classes begin – May 19, 2025
Fall 2025
Priority Deadline – February 1, 2025
Final Deadline (International) – July 5, 2025
Final Deadline (Domestic) – August 1, 2025
Classes begin – August 25, 2025
Program | 32 units |
Tuition per unit* | $2,070 |
*Based on 2025-2026 tuition rates.
$245 Student Fee |
$150 Technology Fee |
International Student Services Fee**: $768 fall semester, $851 spring semester **Applies to all international students (F-1 visa only) who are registered in coursework, doctoral study, or continuous registration. The fee is assessed each fall and spring semester for annual ISO accident and sickness plans and administrative fees. Subject to changes. |
For estimates of room & board, books, etc., please download CGU’s Cost of Attendance 2025-2026.