Master of Science in Management | Thesis-route
Lethbridge, Canada
Master degree
DURATION
40 months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
The program is offered by the AACSB-accredited Dhillon School of Business, and it is designed for students with an undergraduate degree, or significant professional experience, in Management, Commerce, Business or a related discipline. Previous work experience is not required for admission.
The program offers students the flexibility to choose between two pathways:
- Thesis option (research project and coursework, co-op is optional), and
- Project option (experiential learning project and coursework, co-op is optional).
In both pathways, students will learn analytical skills to make data-driven decisions and draw meaningful conclusions. Both pathways sharpened the student's critical thinking skills by critically evaluating organizational problems and practices, and proposing novel solutions and ideas.
Thesis pathway
Under the mentorship of experienced faculty members, students pursuing the thesis pathway delve into an independent research project focused on their specific areas of interest within disciplines such as Marketing, Policy & Strategy, Human Resources and Industrial Relations, Finance, Accounting, or International Business. Their research project allows students to enhance their analytical capabilities, hone their critical thinking skills, and contribute to the academic community. By pushing the boundaries of knowledge in management and business, students uncover innovative insights that hold practical implications for businesses, non-profit organizations, and policymakers.
The thesis-based pathway offers students a comprehensive education in their chosen major (Marketing, Policy & Strategy, Human Resources and Industrial Relations, Finance, Accounting, or International Business). Graduates of this pathway are well-prepared to excel in high-quality doctoral programs or pursue careers that require strong research and analytical skills such as research analyst, strategy consultant, market research manager, policy analyst, data analyst, and business development manager.
The thesis pathway could be completed within 20 months on a full-time basis.
The program is divided into four modules delivered over a two-year period. The first module (Fall term) offers a two-day orientation for students entering the program. Orientation activities include building and campus tours, information technology set-up, meetings with instructors and potential supervisors, and workshops/meetings to assist with getting started in the MSc (Mgt) program.
During the second module (Fall term), students begin the process of integrating research methodologies and theories relevant to various management fields. In the third module (Spring term), students specialize in their area of interest and begin to develop their research proposals in more depth. In the fourth and final module, students present their Master’s Thesis proposals and then conduct and defend their Master’s Thesis work in an oral examination.
Students may complete their degrees in either a full-time or part-time basis at our main campus in Lethbridge and our campus in Calgary. Note: some BANA courses are available on the Lethbridge Campus only.
Common core courses (9.0 credit hours)
- Management 5100 - Orientation, Research and Skill Development (0.0 credit hours)
- Management 5150 - Research Methods in Management (3.0 credit hours)
- Management 5170 - Data Management and Statistical Techniques I (1.5 credit hours)
- Management 5200 - Major Seminar I (series) (3.0 credit hours)
- Business Analytics 5000 - Overview of Business Analytics (1.5 credit hours)
Thesis pathway required courses (12.0 credit hours)
- Management 5140 - Academic Literature Review (1.5 credit hours)
- Management 5160 - Qualitative Methods and Analysis (3.0 credit hours) OR
- Economics 5960 - Econometric Theory and Applications (3.0 credit hours) if required by supervising area OR
- Management 5230 - Major Seminar III (3.0 credit hours) if required by supervising area
- Management 5175 - Data Management and Statistical Techniques II (1.5 credit hours)
- Management 5225 - Major Seminar II (series) (3.0 credit hours)
- Management 5300 - Thesis Proposal Development (3.0 credit hours)
- Culminating activity: Management 6100 - Master's Thesis (15.0 credit hours)
Individual workspace
All MSc (Mgt) students are provided with:
- A secure work-space;
- Access to technically advanced audiovisual equipment, and network printers;
- Access to up-to-date software (e.g., Microsoft Office), and databases needed for study and research work;
- Email account, and
- Internet connection on campus.
Students must have their own laptop for in-class use.