Management Science

The field of Management Science involves the application of quantitative methods in the managerial decision making process. 

Four classes are required for a Management Science concentration:

MAS 633 Introduction to Quality Management
MAS 634 Administrative Systems for Quality Management
MAS 635 Design of Experiments
MAS 636 Statistical Process Control and Reliability
MAS 637 Applied Regression Analysis and Forecasting
MAS 638 Management Science Consulting
MAS 663 Project Management and Modeling

Students typically take the following courses to concentrate in either Six Sigma or Management Science Consulting. 

The Six Sigma concentration provides the student with a proficiency in quality management and statistical process control.  Students pursuing a Six Sigma concentration would generally take the following four courses:

MAS 633 Introduction to Quality Management
MAS 634 Administrative Systems for Quality Management
MAS 635 Design of Experiments
MAS 636 Statistical Process Control and Reliability

A Champion Certification is available after completing the first two courses.  A Green Belt Certification is available after completing all four courses.

The Management Science Consulting concentration prepares the student for a career as a corporate consultant in the areas of operations research and statistical modeling.  Students pursuing a Management Science Consulting concentration would generally take the following four classes.

MAS 635 Design of Experiments
MAS 637 Applied Regression Analysis and Forecasting
MAS 638 Management Science Consulting
MAS 663 Project Management and Modeling

"The University of Miami MBA program offers its students a unique opportunity to acquire knowledge both inside and outside of the classroom. The wide variety of challenging courses and accessible faculty prepares students for the constantly evolving business world."
--Suzanne Levin