inline-defaultCreated with Sketch.
inline-defaultCreated with Sketch.
HomeUniversitiesProgramsStudents & Alumni
search
Students
Masters

Master of Business and Science Degree

Rutgers University
Newark , United States
Visit Program Website
Students
Tuition Fee
Not Available
Start Date
Not Available
Medium of studying
Not Available
Duration
Not Available
Details
About Program
About University
Gallery
Contact School
Details
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
Business Administration | Computer Science | Information Technology
Area of study
Business and Administration | Information and Communication Technologies
Course Language
English
About Program

Program Overview

Introduction to the Master of Business and Science Degree

The Master of Business and Science (MBS) degree is designed for students who want to gain programming expertise without a prior background in computer science. It is also ideal for working professionals with scientific experience who want to strengthen their computational and programming skills to enhance their technical and analytical capabilities.


Program Overview

The MBS Applied Computing concentration builds essential business skills in finance, entrepreneurship, leadership, intellectual property, ethics, regulatory affairs, and artificial intelligence (AI), preparing graduates to lead innovation at the intersection of technology, science, and business.


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

  • Combine computing and business expertise
  • Master modern programming methods and tools used across industries
  • Build a broad business foundation, gaining essential understanding of finance, accounting, marketing, communication, leadership, management, ethics, best practices, and entrepreneurship.

Career Opportunities

The computing and programming employment opportunities are numerous and are expected to increase in the coming years. Students who graduate are qualified to work in the financial industry, engineering industry, IT industry, and many STEM-based, science-intensive disciplines.


Job Titles

  • Unit Computing Manager
  • IT Manager
  • Technical Consultant
  • Application Developer
  • and more

Companies

  • Aon
  • LS Technologies
  • Rutgers University–Camden
  • AWeber Communications
  • and more

Admission Requirements

Applicants are expected to have an undergraduate degree in a scientific or engineering field, with a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. An undergraduate degree in Computer Science is not a requirement. However, all applicants are expected to possess the following background in basic mathematics:


  • One year of calculus (the equivalent of the calculus sequence 50:640:121, 122)
  • Related math courses including Probability and Statistics (the equivalent of 50:960:283, 284 or 50:960:336)
  • Linear Algebra (the equivalent of 50:640:250)

Professional Experience

All professional experience will be considered as part of the application process.


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 applied computing.


Equality and Accessibility

Rutgers is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to direct suggestions, comments, or complaints concerning any accessibility issues with Rutgers web sites to the appropriate contact.


See More