Master of Science (M.S.)

Credits 36-39
Format Online

Invest in yourself and show employers your commitment to advanced learning with a Master of Science (M.S.) degree from Thomas Edison State University (TESU). Our online master’s degree program is designed to help boost your competitiveness in the job market and meet the advanced, multi-disciplinary educational requirements for leadership positions in various technical fields.

Develop the decision-making, problem-solving, research analysis and critical evaluation skills you need for leadership positions in today’s technical enterprises. Explore our core curriculum with advanced learning in modern business management, leadership, applied science and technology.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, workers over the age of 25 with a master’s degree made a median weekly salary of $1,661 in 2022, compared to $1,432 for those with a bachelor’s degree.

Why Earn a M.S. Degree at TESU?


Because you will develop competencies critical to personal and professional growth and gain leadership skills that employers value. For example, you’ll be able to demonstrate leadership in the workplace through the use of advanced technological and management tools and technique.

Because you can tailor your professional expertise by choosing from a variety of electives. These include up to 6 transfer credits, credits from a PLA portfolio, Thomas Edison State University online courses, graduate-level courses recommended for college credit by the American Council on Education, or independent study with a graduate mentor.

Because your studies fit well into your busy professional life. You’ll take flexible, high-quality online courses at your own pace. You’ll be able to complete your degree following two flexible ways to earn graduate credit.

 

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Areas of Study


  • Aviation Management

    Soar into various management and leadership roles in the aviation industry with a Master of Science degree program with an area of study in Aviation Management from Thomas Edison State University (TESU).

    Our 36-credit online program can be completed in less than two (2) years. Designed to help working professionals transition from the practical or technical side of aviation into a management role, our program provides a strong foundation with a core curriculum that provides advanced learning in the modern tools of management and leadership for applied science and technology. Explore courses in aviation safety, air carrier operations, airport management, aviation economics, labor relations and more.

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  • Information Systems

    Advance your career and prepare for a leadership role in the information technology sector. Equip yourself with the skills and expertise to address the challenges facing businesses today with the Master of Science degree program with an area of study in Information Systems.

    Gain a broad technical understanding of current and emerging technologies in the information technology (IT) field. Develop a high-level knowledge of systems engineering concepts and a solid foundation in the technological basis of the Internet to help drive an organization’s digital transformation. Dive into courses about the current and future effects of the convergence of computer systems and telecommunications system technology.

    Designed for working professionals in the IT field who are interested in professional advancement, our 36-to-39-credit* applications-oriented degree program can be completed in less than two (2) years on a part-time basis. Online courses are delivered asynchronously so you can access and complete your assignments at your own pace, without the need to sacrifice your personal or professional responsibilities.

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  • Nuclear Energy Technology Management

    Advance your career and prepare for nuclear energy industry management and technology specialist roles in nuclear power plants, medical diagnostics, food production, national defense, nuclear waste disposal and more.

    The Master of Science degree program with an area of study in Nuclear Energy Technology Management at Thomas Edison State University (TESU) provides a deep understanding of human performance improvement, atmospheric dispersion of radioisotopes and critical safety. Examine case studies from current events, such as the Fukushima disaster in Japan to develop best practices and understand lessons learned from these incidents.

    Designed for working professionals in the nuclear energy industry who are interested in professional advancement, our 36-credit program can be completed in less than two (2) years on a part-time basis. Online courses are delivered asynchronously so you can access and complete your assignments at your own pace, without the need to sacrifice your personal or professional responsibilities.

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  • Technical Studies

    Grow your career and take it to the next level with strategic business skills and technology expertise. The Master of Science degree program with an area of study in Technical Studies prepares you with the research, analysis, critical evaluation and leadership skills necessary for management positions in the technology industry.

    Designed by experts from a range of technical industries, our 36-credit program can be completed in less than two (2) years on a part-time basis. Online courses are delivered asynchronously so you can access and complete your assignments at your own pace, without the need to sacrifice your personal or professional responsibilities.

    Upon graduation from the Technical Studies area of study, you will master the fundamental philosophy of technology development and implementation to drive productivity and performance improvement with a focus on energy cost reduction, information management and security.

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