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 Florida colleges that offer management science degrees.

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Jacksonville University (JU)

1501 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 100, Miami, FL

JU is a nonprofit private institution located in Jacksonville, FL and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Approximately 3,700 students are enrolled per year at Jacksonville University.

Students can pick from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Social Sciences
• Education
• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Very common test scores among applicants accepted to this school are between 20 to 26 for the ACT exam, or 950 to 1130 for the SAT exam. This school accepts about 40 percent of students applying annually. Of those accepted, around 16 percent registered for enrollment.

The cost of tuition is nearly $31,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for those that would like to live on-campus for around a cost of $6,400 annually. Students attending JU may qualify for aid which is generally loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The JU Dolphins participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AA)

For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at www.ju.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Management Science Program

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

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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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

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