Online Master's in Management

An MiM degree is a Master of Science in Management degree. It's typically intended for early-career professionals looking for core business essentials. Often, these programs are intended for non-business majors.

A master’s in management equips you with versatile leadership, strategy, and problem-solving skills that apply across industries. Graduates often use the degree to advance into management or leadership roles. Career paths can include management, consulting, marketing, operations, business development, entrepreneurship, project management, human resources, and more.

It takes 20 months to complete Stern’s Online MS in Management. The program consists of 22 courses (1.5 credits each), totaling 33 credits, with students taking one course at a time for a focused, immersive learning experience. This structured format ensures academic rigor and convenience, allowing you to balance work, school, and life while advancing your career.

Each course spans about 3 to 3.5 weeks and includes two lessons each week. MiM courses are largely self-paced. The content is a mix of short video lessons, interactive modules, problem walk-throughs, readings, self-assessments, and other engaging learning experiences—complemented by weekly, live Online Meetups that allow students to interact with their professors and classmates.

The program kicks off with a Residential Immersion over a long weekend on Stern’s campus in New York City, where students network with peers and faculty while completing half of their first course. A second residency a year later offers another high-impact mix of learning, networking, collaboration, and fun. Faculty and staff provide personalized support, ensuring students stay engaged and connected throughout the program.

The typical courses in our online master’s degree in management include:

• Communication
• R Programming for Data
• Probability and Statistics
• Statistical Modeling
• Financial Accounting 1
• Financial Accounting 2
• Microeconomics
• The Global Economy
• Databases for Business Analytics
• Data Science and Predictive Analysis
• Foundations of Finance
• Corporate Finance
• Professional Responsibility
• Collaboration, Conflict & Negotiation
• Data Visualization
• Leadership
• Operations
• Decision Models & Analysis
• Marketing
• Consumer Insights
• Business Strategy
• Corporate Strategy

Visit our curriculum page to learn more about what each course has to offer you.

An online master’s degree in management offers flexibility, practical skills, and a strong foundation in business—without pausing your career. Key benefits include:

• Flexible format: Learn at your own pace, from anywhere, while balancing work and personal commitments.
• Career advancement: Build the management skills and leadership capabilities needed to pursue new career opportunities and step into a higher-level role.
• Core business education: Gain a strong foundation in areas like business strategy, organizational behavior, finance, marketing, business communications, project management, and performance management—especially valuable for non-business majors.
• Faculty expertise: Learn from the same world-renowned faculty who teach on campus at a top-ranked business school.
• Networking opportunities: Connect with peers, alumni, and industry leaders through virtual collaboration and in-person immersions.
• Built-in MBA pathway: Some programs, like NYU Stern’s MiM, offer the option to transfer into a Part-time MBA program.
• Job market relevance: Graduate with critical thinking skills and business acumen that are in demand across diverse industries.

A master’s in management program equips you with a broad set of practical, transferable skills that prepare you to lead in today’s fast-paced business world. You can expect to develop:

• Leadership skills: Learn how to inspire teams, manage people, lead strategic initiatives, drive organizational change, and create organizational excellence.
• Business strategy expertise: Understand how to analyze markets, set goals, and make data-driven decisions.
• Critical thinking skills: Strengthen your ability to solve complex problems and evaluate business challenges from multiple angles.
• Management skills: Master the fundamentals of people and project management, team dynamics, and operational efficiency.
• Business acumen: Gain a solid understanding of how organizations function across departments, including finance, marketing, and operations.
• Data analysis and decision-making: Learn how to interpret data to guide strategic business decisions.
• Communication and collaboration: Improve your ability to work effectively across teams and communicate ideas clearly.
• Global business perspective: Explore the impact of globalization and learn to navigate cross-cultural business environments.
• Organizational behavior: Understand how individuals and groups function within organizations and how to manage change effectively.

MiM students and alumni gain career support through Stern’s Working Professionals team, unlocking lifelong access to expert career coaching, exclusive job opportunities, and high-impact networking events. The MiM program provides the strategies and connections needed to advance in your career—not start over.

Career services include support during and after completion of your program:

• Lifetime career coaching that considers your goals, strengths, and experiences and partners with you to build a personalized career development plan
• Virtual and in-person events on professional development topics, leadership, career growth, and alumni networking
• Exclusive job postings from employers seeking to recruit from Stern’s working professionals
• A foundational career education program to help you navigate job searches at any stage.

MiM students join Stern’s global alumni network, gaining access to 110,000+ graduates across 130+ countries—including a strong presence in the tri-state area. This dynamic community of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and executives offers valuable connections, career support, and lasting relationships to help you grow professionally.

Key networking opportunities include:

• Residencies in NYC – Two immersive, in-person experiences where students connect with peers, faculty, and industry professionals
• Career Events & Workshops – Virtual and in-person events on leadership, career strategy, and professional development
• Stern Network – Exclusive online platforms linking students with alumni and business leaders worldwide.

The estimated tuition and fees for NYU Stern’s MiM program is $77,220 for students who started the program in Fall 2025. 

Visit our Tuition & Fees page for more information about the program's cost and payment plan option, and explore our Financial Aid & Tuition page to learn more about financial aid, loan programs, scholarships, fellowships, and more.
 

Yes, NYU Stern offers merit-based scholarships to online MS in Management students. All applicants, whether domestic or international, are automatically considered during the admissions process, and no additional application materials are required. Scholarship decisions are made when admission is granted.

Additionally, Stern provides opportunities specifically for active-duty military members and veterans. These include veteran benefits, and teaching or graduate fellowships may become available after completing 9 credits—offering up to $8,000 in tuition remission per semester.

Domestic students can also complete and submit the FAFSA to apply for federal financial aid options commonly available for graduate students. Grants may also cover a portion of tuition costs for eligible students each term.

The NYU Stern MiM program is designed for aspiring professionals who typically have less than six years of work experience. While our program was designed for those who received a bachelor's degree in a subject other than business, a non-business undergraduate degree is not a requirement.

Our program doesn't require a standardized test, such as the GMAT, GRE, or GMAC Executive Assessment. Students with scores are welcome to submit them if they believe it’ll strengthen their application, especially if their academic or professional background does not sufficiently demonstrate quantitative, verbal, and reasoning abilities.

Applicants are provided the opportunity to provide a written explanation within their application of how their academic background and professional experience reflects these skills.

Mastery of English is required for Stern programs. International applicants and non-native English speakers must demonstrate their level of English proficiency. Visit our Tests & Waivers page for more information.

We look for students who embody Stern’s core value of IQ+EQ. Our Admissions Committee carefully selects individuals who combine strong intellectual ability with exceptional interpersonal skills and a commitment to creating value for both business and society. Each applicant is evaluated holistically across three key dimensions:

• Academic profile
• Professional achievements and aspirations
• Alignment with NYU Stern’s core values

1. Submit Your Application – Complete and submit your application by our application deadlines, ensuring all required materials are included.
2. Admissions Committee Review – Our Admissions Committee will carefully review your application. If anything is unclear or missing, they’ll contact you for clarification or additional information.
3. Initial Notification – After submitting your completed application, you’ll receive an email by the guaranteed initial notification date with one of the following decisions: an invitation to interview, an offer to be placed on the waitlist, or a denial of admission. Please note: if your application is incomplete by the deadline, we can’t guarantee notification by the specified date.
4. Interview – Selected candidates will be invited to a 20-minute virtual interview via Zoom with a member of our Admissions Committee. An interview is required for admission.
5. Final Decision – After your interview, our Admissions Committee will conduct a final review of your application. You’ll receive an email with one of the following final decisions within 2 to 4 weeks after your interview: an offer of admission, an offer to be placed on the waitlist, or a denial of admission. Visit our Admissions page for more information on how to successfully complete your application.

Yes, eligible MiM students can transfer to Stern's Part-time MBA program. Visit our Switching from the MiM to the Part-time MBA Program page for more information about eligibility requirements and deadlines.

Yes, you can work full-time while studying for an online MS in management. Stern’s online MiM program offers unparalleled convenience, making it possible for you to balance work, life, and career advancement. The program is mostly online and allows you to learn on your time, on your schedule. We also host timezone-friendly live online meetups each week, in which you can interact with your professor and classmates.

The only in-person aspect of the program are the two residential immersions, which are a highlight of the MiM program. These immersive, four-day residencies are held on the Stern campus in New York City. The first residency takes place in August, during which you’ll build lasting connections and complete half of your first course through hands-on learning. A second residency a year later delivers another high-impact opportunity for networking, collaboration, and professional growth.

With its dynamic curriculum, personalized support, and convenient format, the online MiM helps you stay engaged, connected, and focused on your academic journey—without putting your career on hold.

Yes, our master's in management degree is a part-time program with a convenient online format that lets you work on your time and your schedule. The program is highly structured, and you take just one course at a time, keeping you on pace and on track. While most of the program is online, students are required to meet weekly deadlines for assignments. MiM professors hold optional live sessions each week which are recorded for students who are unable to attend. Visit our course schedule page to learn more about our course structure and view a sample course schedule.

NYU Stern’s online MiM degree program delivers the same world-class education as Stern’s on-campus programs, ensuring academic rigor and an engaging learning experience. Courses are designed in collaboration with the Learning Science Lab—comprised of creatives, educators, designers, and technologists—to create engaging courses using research-based best practices, leading innovation in the online learning space. MiM students learn from the same distinguished Stern faculty who teach in the MBA program and undergo specialized training in online instruction.

The program’s online structure is enriched by optional live virtual meetups, where students can engage with faculty in real-time. Two residential immersions in NYC provide hands-on learning, networking opportunities, and access to industry leaders. Students also become part of Stern’s thriving global community, connecting with peers, faculty, and a vast alumni network.

Through a holistic admissions process, Stern selects students with strong intellect, leadership potential, and a commitment to impact—bringing together a cohort of professionals ready to succeed in today’s business world.

A management master's degree can open doors to higher-level roles, increased earning potential, and expanded professional networks, particularly for those looking to advance in their careers. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of management occupations and top executives is projected to grow 6% and 4%, respectively, from 2024–2034. While ROI will vary based on your industry and career goals, NYU Stern MiM graduates benefit from our comprehensive business foundations curriculum, global reputation, access to a powerful alumni network, and career resources tailored to working professionals.

The main differences between an MS in Management and an MBA are students’ career stages and programs’ focuses. An MS in Management is designed for early-career professionals (typically having less than six years of work experience) who did not major in business in college and are looking for a convenient online program to provide them with the business insights and knowledge needed to advance along their current career path. An MBA is typically pursued by individuals with several years of work experience who are looking to gain both a core business education, deeper functional area education (either with specializations or concentrations), and advanced leadership, strategy, and business decision-making skills.

Choose an MBA if you’re an experienced working professional who wants to advance into senior leadership and executive roles. Choose a master’s in management if you’re an early-career professional seeking a high-quality foundational business education and faster entry into the business world and management positions.