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Earn your Master of Science in Management in just one year and launch a purpose-driven career that blends business strategy, leadership and data-driven decision-making.

Our program prepares you to design innovative solutions and lead organizations that make a difference — whether in business, sustainability, entrepreneurship, or the nonprofit world.

Why Choose the MSM at HWS

Individualized Faculty Mentorship

Work closely with faculty mentors who know your name, your goals, and your potential. Small class sizes mean personalized feedback, collaboration and strong professional relationships.

Required Internship

Every student completes an internship tailored to their interests, gaining hands-on experience through the nationally recognized Salisbury Center for Career, Professional and Experiential Education. You’ll graduate with a resume that proves you can apply theory to practice.

Capstone Project

Demonstrate your expertise through a professional consulting-style capstone project that integrates leadership, strategy and analytics. Many students use their capstone to solve real-world challenges for businesses or community partners.

Experiential Field Trips and Career Treks

Step outside the classroom and into the field. Through experiential field trips and Career Treks, MSM students connect theory to practice while expanding their professional networks.

Career Treks are offered during winter and spring breaks and allow students to explore industries firsthand through alumni- and parent-hosted site visits and panels.

Annual programs include:

  • Wall Street Experience and Boston Finance Day, where students meet with alumni and parents at leading financial institutions such as Barclays, Macquarie Group, HSBC, Rithm Capital, Nomura, Bloomberg, BlackRock, JPMorgan, Credit Suisse, S&P Global, Goldman Sachs and Citi.
  • Day on the Hill in Washington, D.C., offering three days of experiential insight into government, policy, and nonprofit organizations such as the U.S. Secret Service Headquarters and the U.S. International Trade Commission, along with HWS alums working on Capitol Hill.
  • Behind the Scenes, which alternates between Los Angeles and New York City and introduces students to producers, writers, and media professionals at organizations including Hollywood Reporter, CNN, Cutter Entertainment, Horizon Media, ABC, Merkley + Partners, Spark Foundr and Wasserman.

These immersive experiences — combined with field visits to Finger Lakes businesses — help MSM students explore career pathways, build professional connections, and gain a firsthand understanding of how management principles are applied in diverse industries.

close-knit classes allow for students and faculty to build relationships and grow. 

 

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What You’ll Learn

Our curriculum integrates the liberal arts tradition with modern business insight. You’ll gain critical, creative, and analytical skills across these core learning areas:

  • Leadership and Organizational Development
  • Management Strategy and Innovation
  • Financial Decision-Making and Accounting
  • Data Analytics and Business Communication

Available concentrations:

  • Sustainability and Climate Solutions 
  • Marketing
  • Sports Management
  • Entrepreneurship and the Finger Lakes Wine Industry

Through this multidisciplinary foundation, you’ll learn to analyze data, lead teams, manage resources, and communicate with impact.

 

Career Outcomes

Graduates  pursue diverse and rewarding careers in:

  • Business and Consulting
  • Nonprofit and Sustainability Management
  • Sports Management
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Entrepreneurship and Startups
  • The Finger Lakes Wine and Hospitality Industry

Employers value the combination of leadership, innovation, and analytics that MSM graduates bring to their organizations. Whether you plan to advance in your current field or pivot to a new one, the MSM equips you to make an immediate impact.

 

 

MSM GRADUATES

  • Adams

    Morgan Adams '23, MSM ’24

    Marketing & Content Coordinator, NextCorps

  • Ballo

    Souleymane Ballo ’23, MSM ’24

    Associate Underwriter, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance

  • Kessman

    Cailin Kessman ’23, MSM ’25

    Macy’s, Store Management Executive Development Program 

  • Kluge

    Erin Kluge ’23, MSM ’24

    Sustainability Coordinator, Stony Brook University

  • Orlando

    Vincent Orlando ’23, MSM ’24

    Associate, Client Services, AlphaSights

  • Reed

    Emilyn Reed '23, MSM '24

    Data Coordinator, Adobe Energy Management

  • Washington-Lobdell

    Jaylon Washington-Lobdell '23, MSM '24

    Business Development Representative, Audigent

  • Shea

    Adam Shea '23, MSM '24

    Account Executive, CV3 Financial Services

  • Synnott

    Mark Synnott '22, MSM '23

    Assistant Project Manager, Suffolk Construction

Program Highlights

  • One-Year, Full-Time Format – Accelerate your path to career advancement.
  • Internship Experience – Build a professional network and gain marketable skills.
  • Capstone Project – Showcase your expertise through a tangible, portfolio-ready project.
  • Personalized Mentorship – Learn from faculty and industry professionals dedicated to your success.
  • Artificial Intelligence in Management – Harness AI tools and insights to drive strategic decisions and organizational impact.
  • Experiential Learning and Career Treks – Connect classroom insights with real-world practice through field visits and alumni-led treks to regional and national employers.
 
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Tuition & Aid

For more information about Tuition and Aid, please contact:

Office of Financial Aid
Email: finaid@hws.edu
Voice Call: (315) 781-3315

Students interested in financial aid should submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to the application deadline. Institutional financial aid is available for this program.

Courses can also be taken on a per course basis at $4,206 per course.

Tuition and Fees 2025-26

 

Per Semester

Per Year

Tuition (Full-Time)

$16,247

$32,494

Health and Wellness Fee

$204

$408

Student Activity Fee

$48

$96

Technology Fee

$278

$556

 

Graduate Community Assistant Program

MSM students can choose to off-set their costs by becoming a Graduate Community Assistant (GCA). GCAs partner with an office on campus to create and implement valuable community building initiatives in exchange for on-campus housing. Past GCA positions include:

  • Community Assistant for Theme Houses
  • Higher Education Opportunity Program Coordinator
  • William Smith Deans’ Community Assistant
  • Social Media Community Assistant
 

Admissions

Applications are now open!

We welcome recent graduates from all disciplines who are ready to lead, innovate, and make change.

Prospective students can attend an upcoming Information Session or schedule a one-on-one meeting with Professor Tom Drennen, Director of the MSM Program.

Application Deadlines

  • February 15 for Priority Deadline
  • April 1 for General Admission 

📧 Contact: management@hws.edu

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What can you do with a Master in Management degree?
HWS MSM graduates pursue diverse and rewarding roles across industries such as business and consulting, sustainability and nonprofit management, finance and accounting, sports management, marketing and communications, entrepreneurship and startups, and wine and hospitality management in the Finger Lakes region. Every student completes an internship and capstone project, building a resume that demonstrates both leadership and applied experience.
Do you need work experience for a Master in Management?
No. The HWS MSM is built for students who want to strengthen their management skills early in their careers. With required internships, individualized faculty mentorship, experiential field trips, and a consulting-style capstone project, students gain hands-on experience that prepares them to enter the job market with confidence. Coursework also integrates AI tools to ensure graduates are ready for the modern workplace.
How long does it take to complete the MSM program?
The MSM is a one-year, full-time program, allowing students to deepen their leadership and analytical skills while fast-tracking their professional advancement.
What are the admission requirements?
The MSM program welcomes applicants from all undergraduate majors who are ready to lead, innovate and make an impact. 
How much does the program cost and what financial aid is available?
The cost of the MSM program is $32,494 (or $4,206 per course). Students interested in financial aid should submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) before the application deadline. MSM students can reduce housing costs by serving as a Graduate Community Assistant, a professional opportunity to work for a department on campus in exchange for on-campus housing.