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The purpose of the M.S. in Management program is to provide the management practitioner with scholastic depth and contemporary management and leadership skills to meet the challenges of today’s global organizations. By focusing on the role of the manager at the micro and macro levels, and embracing the manager-as-leader paradigm, the program focuses on the reality and challenging nature of contemporary organizational systems that require change and innovation for organizations to remain competitive in a global environment.
In addition to the University’s graduate school competencies; students will have an advanced level of applicable knowledge in the following areas as appropriate to one’s field of study:
1. The student will compose and articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively in writing and verbally, demonstrating proficiency in diverse professional settings.
2. The student will develop and demonstrate leadership qualities that influence and inspire teams, fostering organizational success and evaluating personal growth.
3. The student will analyze and apply critical thinking frameworks to real-world challenges, formulating creative and strategic solutions.
4. The student will evaluate and utilize business knowledge and digital tools to enhance decision-making and optimize organizational performance in technology-driven environments.
5. The student will incorporate global ethics and cultural diversity into their leadership style, demonstrating responsible decision-making.
The M.S. in Management program incorporates a methodology that provides students with a deep appreciation of the skills and knowledge required for decision-making and problem solving. Streams of emphasis include today’s contemporary organization, strategy, global realities of diversity and culture, management for innovation and change, creativity, leadership, technology, the global market, and the management of teams. The program is designed for individuals who are seeking to make a strong contribution to their organization, profession, and global society while advancing and promoting their careers. The program is organized through a series of accelerated 7-week courses that are offered online and at locations in Delaware.
The M.S. in Management program is based upon students working in a wide range of organizations; students must be adept at understanding the relation of the manager to the organization in order to gain mastery. The program consists of 10 three-credit hour courses, which include five program core courses: MGT 6400 Global Leadership, MGT 7300 Business Finance, MGT 7750 Strategy and Decision-Making, MIS 7000 IT in Business, and MGT 8000 MSM Business Simulation. Courses provide an in-depth exposure to core management areas that are applicable to a wide range of situations and organizations. Throughout the M.S. in Management program, students may have the opportunity to complete elective coursework at the graduate level to complement program core requirements. Unless otherwise indicated these course codes (courses) include: MBA (except 5850/5900/6000), MCM, MGT, MHR, MHS, MOL, MPA, MSP, NPM, HCA, and IST (IST 7000 level courses only). Students should consult with a program Chair or advisor when selecting program electives.
As an alternative to the standard M.S. in Management program, students may select a program with one of the following concentrations:
Applied Artificial Intelligence
Human Resource Management
Marketing
Organizational Leadership
M.S. in Management students must satisfy all degree and course requirements as outlined in the catalog in effect at the time of initial enrollment at Wilmington University, as well as achieve an overall cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 in all graduate studies with Wilmington University.
It is highly recommended that students complete MGT 6400 as their first course in the M.S. in Management program. Prior to registering for a second course in the program students should:
The M.S. in Management program is based upon the belief that students must understand the importance of management and leadership skills in various types of organizations within a global environment.
MGT 6400 Global Leadership
MGT 7300 Business Finance
MGT 7750 Strategy and Decision-Making
MIS 7000 IT in Business
MGT 8000 MSM Business Simulation
MGT 7395 Management Development
MGT 7504 Ethical Issues in Management
MGT 7507 Strategic Management
MGT 7508 Change Management
MGT 7667 Diversity in the Workplace
In combination with program core coursework, the M.S. in Management with a concentration in Applied Artificial Intelligence provides students with the opportunity to examine and apply AI-enabled analytics and decision-support tools in organizational settings. The concentration prepares managers to support responsible AI adoption and translate data-driven insights into operational and strategic decisions, with emphasis on AI-informed decision-making, governance and risk awareness, performance measurement, and cross-functional implementation.
MBA 6350 Survey of Data Analytics
IPM 7000 Artificial Intelligence in Project Management
MBA 7320 Business Process Management
MHR 7510 AI-Enabled People Analytics
MGT 7520 Applied AI for Managerial Decision Making
In combination with program core coursework, the M.S. in Management with a concentration in Human Resource Management includes courses centric to equipping individuals with the essential competencies necessary to lead and develop the human capital of organizations, which is necessary for business executives now and into the future. This program is ideal for human resource professionals seeking to diversify their portfolio of competencies to advance their career, profession, and organizations.
MHR 6503 Law, Regulation and the Workplace
MHR 7600 International HR
MHR 7650 Compensation and Benefits
MHR 7800 Seminar in Human Resource Management
MHR Elective
In combination with program core coursework, the M.S. in Management with a concentration in Marketing includes courses centric to providing students with critical knowledge surrounding management issues affecting marketing in both the domestic and global environments. Students will also work to formulate business strategies, including addressing sales goals, marketing goals, and customer service needs.
MBA 7604 New Business Ventures
MBA 7606 Business to Business and Business to Government Marketing
MBA 7610 Salesmanship and Sales Force Management
MBA 7600 Global Marketing Management
MBA 7603 Market Research and Consumer Behavior
MBA 7608 Integrated Marketing Communications
MBA 7615 Marketing Analytics
In combination with program core coursework, the M.S. in Management with a concentration in Organizational Leadership includes courses centric to providing students with the opportunity to research, assess, and understand key aspects, issues, and dynamics related to innovative leadership practices. This program is designed to address the importance for today's leaders to develop/improve skills and capabilities to both manage and lead organizations in a diverse and multi-cultural environment. Key areas of focus include decision-making strategies, team facilitation, interpersonal relations, as well as change and crisis management.
MOL 6700 Innovation & Crisis Leadership
MOL 6800 Global Performance Management
MOL 6900 Communication & Teams
MOL 6950 Current Topics in Leadership
MOL 6600 Legal and Ethical Aspects of Organizations
MPA 6503 Administrative Law
The Supply Chain & Operations Management concentration prepares students to lead and optimize end-to-end supply chain functions within complex organizational environments. Through a focused curriculum, students develop advanced competencies in supply chain strategy, operations planning, logistics management, and process improvement. Students will leverage data-driven decision-making and contemporary management frameworks to address real-world challenges in global supply chains, procurement, and operational efficiency. This concentration equips management professionals with the knowledge and skills to drive organizational performance and competitive advantage across supply chain and operations disciplines.
MBA 7305 Supply Chain Management
MGT 6605 Emerging Tech Supply Chain and Logistics
MGT 7605 Global Ops and Logistics Strategy
This information applies to new students who enter this degree program during the 2026-2027 Academic Year. All enrolled students should log in to MyWilmU Degree Works to view their personalized course and program completion requirements. You may also refer to the academic catalog for the general curriculum for this program from previous academic years.
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