Master of Science in Administration (M.S.A.)

USA

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What will I learn?

Develop a framework to analyze and address the challenges of modern administrators. A cross-disciplinary program that provides the primary tools and organizational skills necessary to effectively perform administrative roles in public service oriented organizations. The program benefits mid-career professionals working in a variety of settings, including government agencies, nonprofit and social service organizations, health care and education - as well as private sector organizations that provide public services. Specializations: Organizational Leadership; Health Services Administration; Long Term Care Administration; Human Resource Management; Criminal Justice Studies; Addiction Studies; Interdisciplinary Studies. The Master of Science in Administration Program from the University of South Dakota is a cross-disciplinary program that provides the primary tools and organizational skills necessary to effectively perform administrative roles in public service oriented organizations. M.S. in Administration online coursework focuses on the practical application of administrative theory, and the development of an intellectual framework for analyzing and successfully addressing the challenges faced by modern administrators. Our online Master of Science in Administration programs benefit mid-career professionals working in a variety of settings, including government agencies, nonprofit and social service organizations, health care, and education – as well as private sector organizations that provide public services. Graduates of the M.S. in Administration program are prepared to lead and manage organizations; analyze, think critically, solve problems, and make decisions; adequately consider the ethical and legal implications of their administrative decisions; and communicate effectively with organizational members and stakeholders. If you're looking for online Master of Science in Administration programs that can help you develop your management and health care skills, look no further than the University of South Dakota.

Which department am I in?

College of Arts and Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$12,768.00 per year
Housing and Food: 10356
Start date

August 2025

Venue

Vermillion Campus

414 E. Clark Street,

Vermillion,

South Dakota,

57069, Midwest, United States

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$12,768.00 per year
Housing and Food: 10356
Start date

January 2025

Venue

Vermillion Campus

414 E. Clark Street,

Vermillion,

South Dakota,

57069, Midwest, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Students with Baccalaureate degree must be from an institution with full regional accreditation for that degree. A minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 on conferred degree and/or graduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, based on a 4.0 scale, on all graduate coursework is required for full admission.

English Language Requirements:

A minimum score of 79 on the Internet-Based TOEFL (iBT) or 550 on the Paper-Based TOEFL (PBT), a minimum IELTS score of 6.0, or a minimum PTE score of 53 is required for graduate admission.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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