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The program is meant for recently graduated non-business degree students with less than one year of work experience. International applicants with a business undergraduate degree may be considered for admission and are welcome to apply.
The MiM program can be completed in 9 to 16 months depending on your chosen track.
Find detailed degree completion information on the MiM "Curriculum" webpage.
The MS in Management Program is comprised of 33 credit hours.
Find detailed curriculum information on the MiM "Curriculum" webpage.
Yes. The MS in Management program contains an interdisciplinary curriculum that includes STEM fields, which qualifies the program as a STEM-designated degree.
All international students in STEM-designated fields, as recognized by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, may be eligible for a 24-month OPT extension, if their employment meets specific criteria and they apply within the final 90 days of their post-completion OPT period.
The MS in Management Program is not a substitute for an MBA. Instead, it provides a solid business foundation to launch graduates into their business careers. An MBA builds on this foundation by blending coursework into the context of previous professional work experience.
No, the MS in Management program is not offered online.
Yes, economics majors can apply but under the conditions that it is the B.A. Degree in Economics (not B.S. Degree) and is earned from the Liberal Arts College within a University and not earned from the University's Business School.
Calculus is not required.
For students without a strong math background, it is suggested that they take calculus prior to matriculating.
No, work experience is not required for this program. Prospective students with 1 year or less of work experience will be considered.
If you have more than 1 year of work experience, please consider applying to our One-Year MBA program.
The program is carefully designed to flow in a logical order, therefore students follow a required lockstep sequence of coursework. Students have the ability to select a standard track (9-month) or extended track (16-month) with optional internship. Students will not be permitted to vary their courses or schedule outside of the two tracks.
No, the program is designed to be a complete, cohort program, so no waivers or substitutions are allowed.
The program begins every August with a pre-term orientation session.
This mandatory orientation, sets the stage for the academic and professional expectations throughout the program. A one week pre-term orientation designed around the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) annual Job outlook survey that identifies the top attributes employers seek on applicants’ resumes.
You will discover what behaviors are effective in a fast-paced, changing world and workplace, learn how to use your voice and leadership to get more done faster, better with less through comprehensive communications and presentation skills workshops. You will also be well prepared for campus recruiters with resume, cover letter, mock interview, and LinkedIn workshops. Exposure to business executives, alumni, and networking opportunities enable you to identify career opportunities. Team building activities, discussions, and lectures round out the experience.
Tuition for the 2025-26 academic year is $1,660 per credit. The total tuition cost of 33 credits required for this degree is $54,780.
The total cost of the program is the same for both standard and extended tracks.
Find detailed information on the MiM "Tuition and Expenses" webpage.
There are no additional costs for the consulting projects, but there will be an additional cost for the international immersion options.
Please visit the MiM "Scholarships and Financial Aid" webpage.
You may view our admission requirements on the MS in Management "Admissions Information" webpage.
You may view our application deadlines on the MS in Management "Admissions Information" webpage.
To apply for a Lehigh graduate program, or access an in-progress application, use Lehigh's online application system.
Application fees may apply.
Yes, you may request an optional interview. It can be conducted on campus or via Zoom. You must request the interview at the time you submit your application. An interview may be required for international students.
If you have any questions, the Graduate Programs Office may be reached at business@lehigh.edu or by phone at (610) 758-4450.
The applicant will enter the recommender's name and email address into the online application and upon notice from Lehigh, the recommender will submit their letter of recommendation.
No. Unofficial transcripts are accepted when submitting an application. Unofficial transcripts are also acceptable for application review.
Domestic and international applicants should upload unofficial transcripts in English that show the degree received, along with course grades and cumulative grades.
You will only be required to submit official transcripts if admitted to the program.
For more information, please visit the MS in Management "Admissions Information" webpage.
Generally 2-4 weeks after your completed application has been submitted.
Official electronic transcripts via an official secure transcript service are the preferred method of receipt. If the institution offers an electronic secure transcript service, please have the institution submit documentation to the following email address: business@lehigh.edu.
If the institution does not offer an official electronic transcript service, the official transcripts and degree certificates must be mailed in a sealed envelope with the institution seal and sent directly to our office using the address listed below.
Lehigh University - College of Business
Graduate Programs Office
Lehigh Business Innovation Building, Suite 201
201 E. Packer Ave
Bethlehem, PA 18015
USA
Official transcripts must bear the signature of the university’s registrar, the seal of the issuing institution, and contain the name and date of the degree awarded.
Official transcripts and degree certificates must be mailed from your college or university in a sealed envelope with the institution seal and sent directly to our office using the following address:
Lehigh University - College of Business
Graduate Programs Office
Lehigh Business Innovation Building, Suite 201
201 E. Packer Ave
Bethlehem, PA 18015
USA
Official transcripts must bear the signature of the university’s registrar, the seal of the issuing institution, and contain the name and date of the degree awarded.
If your non-U.S. institution cannot mail your transcripts, you will have to supply a Course by Course Evaluation (fees for this service are the responsibility of the applicant).
For more information on course evaluation services, please visit the MS in Management "Admissions Information" webpage.
If your non-U.S. institution cannot mail your transcripts, you will have to supply a course-by-course evaluation (fees for this service are the responsibility of the applicant). Lehigh Business has created a custom evaluation form for graduate applicants to Lehigh’s College of Business through IEE and SpanTran that will make sure you select the right kind of evaluation at a discounted rate! Lehigh's recommended companies for international transcript evaluations are the following:
- International Education Evaluations (Access IEE Evaluation Form)
- World Evaluation Services (Access WES Evaluation Form)
- SpanTran (Access SpanTran Evaluation Form)
You can find other accredited evaluation companies through the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
An additional course evaluation company for students from Chinese institutions is CHESICC. Students requesting course evaluations through this service should have all documentation sent to the following email address: business@lehigh.edu. The processing time for CHESICC documents is approximately 20 days.
Lehigh Business has created a custom evaluation form for graduate applicants to Lehigh’s College of Business through IEE and SpanTran that will make sure you select the right kind of evaluation at a discounted rate! Lehigh's recommended companies for international transcript evaluations are the following:
- International Education Evaluations (Access IEE Evaluation Form)
- World Evaluation Services (Access WES Evaluation Form)
- SpanTran (Access SpanTran Evaluation Form)
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