17:1

Student-to-faculty ratio

R1 Ranked

NDSU is a nationally top-ranked research university

94%

Recent graduates employed or continuing education

#1

North Dakota University with the Best Student Life

NDSU’s management degree program is the ultimate launchpad for aspiring business leaders and strategists. This dynamic program provides you with essential skills like critical thinking, leadership, communication and global awareness — tools necessary to navigate the complexities of today’s business world. Expert faculty, recognized for their teaching and research excellence, bring real-world insights into the classroom, ensuring a rigorous and relevant educational experience. Graduates of the program step confidently into roles in human resources, operations, project management and beyond, thriving in industries, government and nonprofits worldwide.

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Post-Graduation Career Snapshot

Explore career possibilities within the first five years after graduation with a list of high-demand occupations. Discover how you can advance into more specialized or leadership roles through examples of potential career pathways.

High Demand Occupations

  • Project Manager
  • Human Resources Generalist
  • Business Analyst
  • Marketing Specialist
  • Business Development Representative

National Median Salary

$84,400
The median salary is based on national job listings for the above occupations that require five years experience or less.

Future Career Pathways

As you gain experience, you can advance into more specialized or leadership roles. Here are pathway occupations you might explore:
  • Program Manager
  • Contract Manager
  • Director of Project Management
Data sourced from Lightcast, a leading provider of labor market analytics and workforce data. 2025.

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Shape Your Future

NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.

Choose the Path That Works for You

Combining a foundation in core business disciplines with in-depth management coursework, you can choose to specialize in high-demand fields through tracks in human resource management or supply chain management.

Real-World Experience

Complete a practicum experience, designed to enable you to connect management concepts learned in the classroom with live business situations. The practicum also gives you a competitive edge in job placement.

Meaningful Mentorship

Join the Business Connections Program to receive mentorship to expand upon classroom knowledge, utilize skills in real-world situations and create strong connections in the business community.

Limitless Career Opportunities

After graduating you’ll have the expertise to enter a variety of rewarding careers in human resources, supply chain operations, project management, product service management, general management and more.

Tuition & Costs

NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To support you in covering tuition and expenses, we provide a wide range of need-based and merit-based scholarships and financial aid options.

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At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking a dynamic learning environment within a supportive, welcoming community.

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