How are the MBA and MS programs different?
There are very important differences. The first difference is that the MBA is a 13 course program while the other MS (MSA, MSHRM, and MSRE) degrees require 11 courses. More importantly, the degrees have very different goals. The MBA is designed and perceived as a general management degree providing advanced knowledge and skills in all areas of business. The MS degree is a specialist degree focusing in one specific area. Deciding which degree to pursue has significant career implications and should not be made lightly. You should choose the degree which will best help accomplish your career goals.
