Curriculum - MS in Management Science | Naveen Jindal School of Management

The Master of Science in Management Science is the most flexible graduate degree at the Jindal School of Management. The degree plan has specific core courses, as well as several options for area of focus to allow students to develop in-depth knowledge in a specific business area. Students are encouraged to review the UT Dallas Catalog for the most updated curriculum details.

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Degree Plan Highlights – Master’s in Management Science

“SCH” indicates “Semester Credit Hours.”

12SCH

Core Courses*

12 semester credit hours

24SCH

Elective Courses*

24 semester credit hours

100+

Elective Courses

Over 100+ elective courses to choose from

Take Any Grad-level Course

If you are a student enrolled in the Master’s in Management Science degree program, you may take any graduate-level course delivered by the Jindal School.

Online Courses

In addition to in-person courses, Management Science students are eligible to choose from the available online classes as well.

*These details apply to the most recent catalog. Catalogs from previous years are available online at the main UT Dallas Catalog page. Please contact the JSOM Academic Advising Office if you have further questions. See catalog for course requirements.

Elective Choices

The Master of Science in Management Science allows students to tailor their 24 semester elective credit hours (8 courses) to their personal preference. This can include picking courses within a particular Area of Focus (such as Accounting, Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management, etc.) or in any combination they choose.

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UT Dallas student graduating with double MS/MBA degrees

Consider adding a Master’s in Management Science to qualify for 3 years of OPT post-graduation.

Double degrees often have considerable advantages. Simultaneously obtaining two degrees allows you to share coursework between the two degrees. Moreover, consider the career advantages gained when obtaining a second degree, not to mention the potential time and tuition benefits. Visit with an advisor to understand the particular benefits of the double degree pathway.

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Student Testimonials

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.

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.

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.