Program Overview

Introduction to the Master of Business and Science Degree

The Master of Business and Science (MBS) degree is a multidisciplinary program that prepares students with the knowledge, tools, and technical expertise needed to excel in various fields. The program builds essential business skills in finance, entrepreneurship, leadership, intellectual property, ethics, regulatory affairs, and artificial intelligence (AI), empowering graduates to lead innovation at the intersection of science, technology, and business.

Geospatial Information Systems & Technology Concentration

The MBS Geospatial Information Systems & Technology (GIS&T) concentration prepares students with the knowledge, tools, and technical expertise needed to excel in this rapidly growing field. Students explore both the theoretical foundations of GIS and the societal and environmental impacts of geospatial technologies.

Benefits of the In-Person/Hybrid Learning Experience

• Engage directly with faculty, peers, and real-world technology through labs, workshops, and collaborative projects.
  • Build lasting professional relationships and receive personalized mentorship from industry experts and academic leaders.
• Take advantage of on-site resources, events, and experiential opportunities that enrich learning beyond the classroom.

Skills Gained

• Master the Power of GIS Technology: Gain broad, in-depth knowledge of the many applications of GIS across industries.
• Build Technical Proficiency: Develop hands-on skills in a wide range of geospatial technologies and tools.
• Apply GIS &T Across Sectors: Understand how GIS&T is used in science, government, and commerce to solve real-world problems.
• Follow Best Practices in the Field: Learn the guiding principles and industry standards that ensure effective and ethical use of geospatial data and technology.

Career Opportunities

Many industries today rely on geographic information, and our alumni enjoy positions in a wide range of sectors:

• Titles:
  • Senior GIS Developer
  • Solutions Architect
  • GIS Analyst
  • Project Manager & GIS Development Team Lead
  • and more!
• Companies:
  • Langan Engineering & Environmental Services
  • County of Somerset, NJ
  • Stryker
  • BAE Systems
  • and more!

Testimonial

"My journey throughout the Business and Science program has been immensely insightful and empowering. It has given me an opportunity for multifaceted growth, where the Science courses helped me refine and augment my technical skills, the Business courses helped me capitalize on my Business acumen which in the current day scenario plays a very crucial role in professional success." -Rohit Yerneni, Master of Business and Science (MBS) degree Graduate

Admission Requirements

• Academic: An undergraduate degree in a science-specific discipline is preferred, and applicants should have a solid background in—and deep understanding of—calculus and statistics. If necessary, students can take calculus and/or statistics courses while earning their MBS degree.
• Professional: All professional experience will be considered as part of the application process.

Program Coordinators

• Richard Lathrop
• Will Payne

Curriculum

The Master of Business and Science Degree curriculum is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in business and science, with a focus on geospatial information systems and technology.