Cleveland State University

It is often said that people are a company's most important asset. A degree in management helps students develop the leadership, decision making, and motivational skills needed to successfully organize and coordinate these assets. Our management majors develop a broad range of expertise, the kind of expertise that is valued in any organization in any business sector.  

WHAT CAREERS CAN THIS MAJOR PREPARE YOU FOR?

A degree in management prepares students for a wide variety of careers. Any position, from entry level to the C-suites, requires an understanding of people and the flexibility to address multifaceted challenges. A management degree prepares students for cross-functional positions but also more focused careers in areas such as administrative services, customer service, sales, human resources, job analyst, industrial relations, and general supervisor. A well-rounded degree in management is also extremely helpful for individuals interested in starting their own business or engaging in other entrepreneurial activities.  

WHAT SKILLS ARE DEVELOPED WITHIN THIS MAJOR?

Management majors develop a range of skills from planning and organizing, to leadership and strategic thinking. They learn to coordinate and guide teams to accomplish individual, group and organizational goals.