Management and Leadership Degree
CHALLENGING TOMORROW'S LEADERS TO MAKE BUSINESS PERSONAL: THE SAINT MARY'S MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP DEGREE
A degree in Management and Leadership from Saint Mary’s prepares you to successfully navigate the ever-changing demands of business in the modern world. At SMC, our faculty of industry experts and innovators make business personal, fostering your inner drive to lead others effectively, creatively, and responsibly. Here, you’ll become who you were meant to be.
Real-World Guidance for Business Leadership
Students in the Management and Leadership degree program receive direct instruction and guidance from a diverse faculty of knowledgeable business experts. Our comprehensive curriculum focuses on providing you with a strong foundation in innovation, leadership, and ethics. We’ll work with you to develop these key skill areas for business management through hands-on coursework for high-level decision-making in the real world.
Leading with Purpose
The Management and Leadership major at Saint Mary’s is unlike any other business degree program. Here, we give students the tools and support they need, not just to lead well, but to be good leaders. That means preparing you to make organizational decisions that mutually benefit employees, communities, and the environment in addition to stakeholders and shareholders.
Business Student for a Day
A Preview of Your Future
Curious about life as a Saint Mary's business student? Our program gives you a firsthand look at SEBA by:
- Attending real classes led by our esteemed faculty.
- Meeting current SEBA students for insights on academic and campus life.
- Enjoying lunch at Oliver Hall and connecting with other students.
- Touring the campus and exploring its resources.
- Experiencing the excitement of a Saint Mary’s athletic event.
Dive into the vibrant life of a Saint Mary’s business student!
AACSB Accredited Business School
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| Among the Top 6% of Business Schools WorldwideBeing among the top 6% of business schools worldwide reflects more than just academic excellence—it embodies Saint Mary’s deep commitment to its Lasallian roots. AACSB accreditation ensures that undergraduate and graduate Gaels receive a rigorous, globally recognized education grounded in ethical leadership, innovation, and service to others. This distinction aligns with our mission to prepare future business leaders who are not only skilled professionals but also compassionate changemakers, dedicated to creating a positive impact in their communities and beyond. |
Degree Curriculum
What can you do with a degree in Management & Leadership?
A management-focused BS helps you to build skills in decision-making, leadership, ethics, and innovation for roles across many business areas and industries.
(*Some careers may require additional certification or graduate study)
Operations Manager (Entry-Level/Associate)
Streamline workflows, track KPIs, and coordinate cross-functional teams to improve cost, quality, and delivery
Project Manager / Coordinator
Plan scopes and timelines, manage risks and stakeholders, and deliver initiatives on time and within budget
Business Analyst
Translate business needs into requirements, analyze data and processes, and recommend improvements with measurable ROI
Human Resources Generalist / People Operations
Support recruiting, onboarding, performance cycles, and compliance while advancing employee engagement
Product Manager (Associate)
Gather user and market insights, prioritize backlogs, and partner with engineering/marketing to ship features that meet goals
Account Manager / Sales Manager (Early Career)
Grow client relationships, forecast pipelines, and collaborate on pricing and retention strategies
Corporate Social Responsibility / ESG Coordinator
Assist with impact goals, supplier responsibility, and reporting frameworks to align business with social and environmental outcomes
Management Consulting Analyst
Research markets and operations, build models and slide decks, and support recommendations for client transformations
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From the Faculty
"Expect to be challenged throughout the program as you learn firsthand from experts on decision-making, leadership, business law and ethics, but also expect to be well rewarded for it. Pursuing a degree in Management and Leadership lays the building blocks not just for graduates’ first jobs, but for a long and successful career in which planning, directing, and leading are paramount."
Grant Rozeboom, Ph.D. - Ethics & Social Responsibility Professor
Highest Earning Potential in the United States
Learn More About Our Management and Leadership Degree
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