Management Science Degree

Management Science commonly referred to as MS is an interdisciplinary field of study focused on decision making and problem solving within the context of a business organization. MS has deep links to a variety of business disciplines such as: business management, leadership, organizational development, engineering, science, psychology, and business. Get more details below including other District Of Columbia colleges that offer management science degrees.

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Catholic University of America

4400 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC

Catholic University of America provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Washington, District Of Columbia and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Over 7,000 students enroll at CUA yearly.

Students may choose from several areas of study, including:

• Legal Professions And Studies
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Social Sciences
• Architecture

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the school. The most common standardized test scores among students admitted to CUA are in the range of 22 - 27 on the ACT, or 1000 - 1220 on the SAT. 87% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 18% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at admissions.cua.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $39,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing is available for students, and generally costs approximately $9,500 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Catholic University of America has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students who would like to learn more about this school can check out their website at https://www.catholic.edu/admission/undergraduate/index.html.

Students Enrolled in the Management Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Catholic University of America has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Chief Executives

Description

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

General and Operations Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

Operations Research Analysts

Description

Formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decision making, policy formulation, or other managerial functions. May collect and analyze data and develop decision support software, service, or products. May develop and supply optimal time, cost, or logistics networks for program evaluation, review, or implementation.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, operations research analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 30.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 5
  • Average Hourly Rate: $52.72
  • Average Annual Salary: $109670

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).