Program Overview

Master of Science in Software Management

The Master of Science in Software Management (MSSM) program has been preparing product managers, entrepreneurs, and innovation-minded professionals to meet the rapidly-changing demands of the software industry since 2003. This program develops a mix of technical, interpersonal, and management skills to succeed wherever software innovation is needed, from startups to international corporations.

Program Overview

The MSSM program is a distinctive, interdisciplinary master's degree offered by Carnegie Mellon University's Integrated Innovation Institute, a joint initiative of the College of Engineering, Tepper School of Business, and the School of Design within the College of Fine Arts.

Alumni Network

The Software Management degree provides access to an alumni network of 400+ software innovators. The program gives students the business skills needed in a technical company and the relevant parts of a management education to accelerate their career.

Program Benefits

• Only CMU Silicon Valley program with part-time option that caters to the working professional
  • Full-time program includes option for internship, providing real-world software experience in the heart of Silicon Valley
• Ideal program for current or aspiring product managers featuring an integrated curriculum of engineering (software) + business + design (UX/HCI)
• Degree with a rich 13-year history and more than 300 alumni based in Silicon Valley and globally, ideal for building your network
• Excellent opportunities for entrepreneurs, including start-up mentorship program VentureBridge (a university-wide program hosted by the Integrated Innovation Institute)

Testimonials

• “The Software Management program enabled me to reboot my career and helped me find a path back to my true passion for machine intelligence.” - Jarek Wilkiewicz, Technical Program Manager-Machine Learning at Google
• “The Software Management degree prepared me fully with all the product management skills I needed in my everyday job. Through an extensive alumni network, I was also able to connect with other product manager leaders from major companies in the software industry.” - Claud Wang, Product Manager at Uber
• “[The program] was very focused on building products in the heart of Silicon Valley where all the action is.” - Garima Sinha, Product Manager at Thumbtack

Why Software Management?

The program offers a unique combination of technical, business, and design skills, making it an ideal choice for those looking to succeed in the software industry. With its strong alumni network and opportunities for entrepreneurs, the Software Management program is an excellent choice for those looking to launch their software management career.