Master of Science in Management
Lead with confidence and passion
Are you ready to accelerate your professional growth? Simmons University’s online Master of Science in Management (MSM) will enhance your marketability and career readiness — no business experience required.
Through our flexible, values-driven program, you will build the confidence and strategic insight to manage with purpose and lead with passion. Rooted in our commitment to advancing women and gender equity, the MSM offers a strong foundation to advance your professional goals. You’ll also benefit from personalized coaching and mentorship from industry-leading alumnae/i who will support you as you explore new opportunities.
At Simmons, we’re all about outcomes — your success is our success. We’ve been elevating women in business for 120 years! We were the first institution to design and offer graduate business degrees specifically for women.
Why study management at Simmons?
In an increasingly complex world, leadership grounded in empathy, adaptability, and purpose is more essential than ever. The MSM program prepares you to lead responsibly, adapt quickly, and inspire others across diverse organizational settings. You’ll develop a critical understanding of gender dynamics in the workplace and have the opportunity to apply your learning in real-world contexts.
You'll benefit from:
- Personalized mentorship through our active and supportive alumnae/i network
- Flexible pathways, including stackable graduate certificates or the full MSM degree
- Real-world engagement, applying what you learn in class to professional challenges that matter to you
Build business skills that matter
The MSM curriculum emphasizes practical, high-demand competencies that prepare you to lead and manage across industries. Gain skills in:
- Organizational leadership and team dynamics
- Strategic thinking and innovation
- Financial and data-driven decision making
- Marketing and stakeholder engagement
- Ethics, equity, and sustainability in business
What can you do with a Master of Science in Management?
MSM graduates will go on to work in diverse industries, including healthcare, education, government, startups, and nonprofits. With a master’s degree in management, you’ll be prepared for roles such as project manager, business development associate, and strategy analyst or consultant.
With organizations prioritizing adaptability, digital transformation, and data-driven strategies, well-rounded management professionals are in demand across sectors such as:
- Technology and IT services
- Healthcare and life sciences
- Financial services and consulting
- Government and nonprofits
Have questions about the MSM program?
Christina Ramey, Director of Graduate Programs, is here to help.
Get clear, personalized answers about admissions, the curriculum, and how Simmons can support your goals.
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"The Simmons School of Management has a rich legacy of preparing students to lead across industries,” said Dean Astrid Sheil. “We are thrilled to build on that tradition and offer new pathways in emerging markets."
Astrid Sheil, Dean of the School of Management
Master’s Degree Concentrations and Graduate Certificates
Concentration in Business and Leadership in Women’s Sports
Be part of history with the first graduate program focused on professional women’s sports management.
The Business and Leadership in Women’s Sports Management concentration offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to take part in the growing professional women’s sports movement. As women’s sports evolve into a billion-dollar industry, this program delivers a strong foundation in business and leadership—designed specifically for the unique dynamics of the women’s sports landscape. Graduates will be prepared to make an immediate impact in this fast-expanding field.
Developed in collaboration with an Advisory Board of top executives from the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL), Boston Red Sox, Bleacher Report, the NWSL’s North Carolina Courage Ownership Group, Miami Heat, DraftKings, and KLUTCH Sports Group, the program’s curriculum emphasizes practical experience and industry insight. Students gain the knowledge and tools to drive meaningful change within women’s sports organizations.
Graduate Certificate in Women's Sports Business
Simmons University is proud to offer the nation’s first Women’s Sports Graduate Business Certificate, preparing you to shape the business of women’s sports with purpose and vision. This four-course graduate certificate empowers professionals to strengthen the business of women’s sports and accelerate the game’s growth.
Concentration in Nonprofit Management
The Simmons Master of Science in Management (MSM) with a concentration in Nonprofit Management prepares you to lead mission-driven organizations with strategic insight, financial acumen, and purpose. Designed for current and aspiring nonprofit leaders, this concentration builds the practical skills needed to strengthen organizations and create lasting social impact.
Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management
The Simmons Nonprofit Management Certificate builds the leadership, financial, and fundraising skills you need to excel in mission-driven organizations and take your career in the nonprofit sector to the next level.
Spotlight on Management students and alums
SOM Alumna Runs for Political Office
School of Management (SOM) alumna Tammy Caputi ’99MBA is a mother, small business owner, and former City Councilwoman who is running for a state representative position in Arizona. We spoke with her about her political platform and the value of a women-centered learning environment.
Our Faculty
Astrid Sheil
Dean, School of Management
Zinnia Mukherjee
Professor
Erin DeCurtis
Associate Teaching Professor and Diane K. Trust Professor in Leadership Development and Associate Dean for Undergraduates and Faculty, SOM
Niloufer Sohrabji
Professor and Program Director for Economics
Masato Aoki
Associate Professor
Edward Vieira
Professor
Mansfield Holmes
Associate Professor of Practice
Yulong Li
Associate Professor
Michelle Brown-Droese
Adjunct Faculty