Get Your MS in Management Science at UT Dallas
Pursue your custom, tailored degree plan in hybrid, online or traditional formats.
Grow in all areas of business for endless career possibilities
A Master of Science in Management Science from the Jindal School of Management provides the foundation for informed organizational decision-making in any industry or field.
An MS in Management Science gives you the flexibility to combine a multitude of business courses including finance, marketing and operations. Choose from a wide variety of technical courses such as business analytics and cybersecurity.
Learn a variety of problem-solving techniques and gain experience in diverse areas including:
- Project Management
- Global logistics and inventory management
- Business analytics
- Information technology (IT) management
Choose an MS in Management Science and gather the essential business skills that will help you boost your career.
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Tailor your flexible degree plan just for you
With only four core (required) courses, you can select eight electives that fit your specific career focus.
Our students have the freedom to customize their MS in Management Science by choosing one of 15 different concentrations.
For international students, completing our STEM-designated MS in Management Science will enable your eligibility for three years of Optional Practical Training, regardless of what concentration you choose.
If your undergraduate degree is not STEM-based, completing the MS in Management Science will give the technical edge you need in a competitive job market.
Earn your MS in Management Science on your schedule
Enroll in a combination of online and classroom-based courses to fit your needs or take advantage of our fully online degree.
All core courses are available online along with over 100 electives across all areas of JSOM. With the MS in Management Science from UT Dallas, you are in control of when and how you complete your degree.
The MS in Management Science can be completed in 18 to 24 months of full-time study, and it may be done fully on campus, fully online, or with a combination of in person and online courses. All students complete at least one internship or one experiential capstone course to gain valuable hands-on experience.
Learn more about online and hybrid formats
Exceptional faculty and support staff to guide you
The Naveen Jindal School of Management provides access to the best faculty, services, and career guidance to help students compete in the marketplace.
Our Master of Science in Management Science at UT Dallas provides you with the tools you need to succeed including:
- Expert faculty and full-time program director who are available to help you prepare for a successful career.
- A Career Management Center that coaches you for interviews and networking events.
- Roughly 70 student organizations in the Jindal School, and over 300 student organizations at UT Dallas.
Class Profile
Demographic and Other Information
The Master’s in Management Science (MS MSc) focuses on teaching students to develop business solutions through various approaches to strategic planning and solution developments. We are proud that our students come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, and they bring a wealth of knowledge to the classroom.
Typical Undergraduate Degrees*
Bachelor of Technology (Nano Technology), Bachelor of Technology (Mechanical Engineering), Business Administration, Mechatronics Engineering, Bachelor of Science – Business Administration , BS in Management, BS in Marketing, Economics
Estimated Salary at Graduation
$80,000
Source: Winter 2023 National Association of Colleges and Employers Salary Survey
Countries Represented
China, India, Mexico, Nepal, Nigeria, South Korea, Taiwan, United States
* To apply for Master’s in Management Science degree program, an undergraduate degree is required (all majors are considered).
Student Experiences
UT Dallas MS Management Science: The Mini-MBA
I was astounded by the level of interest shown when I applied for my internships and the variety of the options available to me. The University of Texas at Dallas Management Sciences program was the best fit for me. It allowed me to select courses from various technical and managerial domains, which helped me build a dynamic skillset and provide me global exposure.
How the MS Management Science Degree Sets You Apart
I am nothing but thankful to the Management Science team, the Jindal School of Management faculty, some wonderful peers, and that program ambassador for a wonderful experience. If you are reading this to learn about the program, I would like to pay it forward by shedding some light on my own experience.
MS in Management Science Helped Me Achieve My Purpose
The MSc in Management Science program is an extremely flexible academic program that allowed me to pursue my unique combination of interests, which I determined to be most appropriate for the career I wanted to pursue.
The Conduit Between the Student and the Brand
The course structure helped me identify my skills, crack interviews and land three internship experiences with Texas’ top companies like Baylor Scott & White Health and Vistra Energy.
From Entrepreneur to MS Management Science Student
The professors, my classmates, non-teaching staff and every single person I had any interaction with offered help, taught me something new, motivated me to push my boundaries, and showed me how to do things differently than I already knew.
Student Testimonials
Shrey Patel
During my journey in the MS Management Science program, I experienced a dynamic and flexible curriculum that empowered me to shape my education according to my career aspirations. With the opportunity to choose courses across various specialties such as cloud computing, big data, marketing web analytics, and machine learning, I gained a comprehensive understanding of key domains crucial to modern business operations.
Samridhi Gupta
Pursuing a master’s degree in the Management Science Program at UTD helped me enhance and integrate my extensive IT skills with business acumen.
Nikki Sharma
The UT Dallas MS MSc is an reputable program that is very flexible through the variety of classes offered. I had the opportunity to learn management skills in the Accounting field.
Abdallah Emran
The MS Management Science program at UTD allowed me to develop my knowledge in organizational behavior while giving me the flexibility to explore other topics of interest, such as global business, business analytics, and project management, with world-class faculty members. It allowed me to work and network with diverse and intellectually curious individuals who understand the value of sharpening one’s skills.
Yi-Huan (Jeff) Chen
The MS MSc program is the perfect program for those who want to pursue a degree that can fulfill your intellectual eagerness both in business management and workplace technique.
Management Science Blogs and News
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Dallas 500 List of Influencers Includes Jindal School Dean
Jindal School Dean Hasan Pirkul, UT Dallas President Richard C. Benson and other leaders with JSOM ties are recognized in the 2021 Dallas 500 list, which celebrates a broad spectrum of people in the vanguard of business in North Texas.
Alumnae Earn Women in Business Awards
Two Dallas Business Journal Women in Business Award winners are Jindal School alumnae whose initial connection to the school came in certificate programs. They enrolled to improve their professional credentials and enhance their careers.
Welcome Back: Be Sure to Raise Your (Virtual) Hand
Welcome to fall semester, Jindal School students. You have many options to learn and many opportunities to shine. Whether in class in person or attending online, Senior Associate Dean Monica Powell encourages your participation.
A Message from Jindal School Dean Hasan Pirkul
Jindal School Dean Hasan Pirkul reaches out to students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters with an update on the state of the school as classes resume following spring break and during the coronavirus outbreak.
Jindal School Professor Earns Honors for Highly Cited Research
Global business strategy scholar Mike Peng has been identified as one of the most highly cited researchers in his field for the sixth year in a row. The annual list includes the top 1% of researchers whose studies are most frequently cited by others.
Alumna Judy Hendrick Earns Women in Business Award
Jindal School alumna Judy Hendrick is a 2019 Women in Business Award recipient Given annually, the recognition honors women who are leaders in the North Texas business community. Hendrick has served as a mentor and established a finance scholarship.
Alumna’s Work Impacts the Dallas Community and the Digital Economy
A Jindal School alumna’s work in social innovation includes mobilizing volunteers to help the Dallas community and assisting people to learn artificial intelligence skills and other new aptitudes to succeed in a modern workforce.
Professor Named Greenleaf Scholar a Second Time
A Jindal School assistant professor has been named a Greenleaf Scholar for a second time. Chosen from graduate students, pre-tenured faculty and early career practitioners, scholars study servant leadership in organizational and social contexts.
Jindal School Researcher Joins Theoretical With Practical to Help Businesses
Jindal School Professor Özalp Özer brings theoretical and practical research to his efforts to help businesses solve their problems. This approach often leads to answers — as well as new research avenues to explore.
Eugene McDermott Graduate Fellow Earns Three Awards
A Jindal School PhD candidate’s research into integrating human and computer decision-making in business has won three awards — including a National Science Foundation Dissertation grant. He studies how to best link human insights with technology.
Providers and Suppliers: Information Sharing Is Key to Establishing Trust
Research by Jindal School professors Özalp Özer and Upender Subramanian shows the best way for suppliers and service providers to earn trust from customers is to share information rather than offer advice or act on their delegated authority.
Jindal School Alums Elected to Local and State CPA Boards
Several Jindal School alumni and faculty serve on the Dallas CPA Society and Texas Society of CPA Boards of Directors.
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The Jindal School awards scholarships to competitive new incoming students admitted in the fall and spring and current students just prior to each fall.
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