More Than an MBA

Take your career beyond an MBA with a master's degree in a dedicated management discipline from UW-Stout
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Polytechnic Education Means Business

Industry is hungry for leaders with the specialized skills to capitalize on nuance, revolutionize operations, and minimize risk. With your experience, you don’t need a general degree that’s heavy on theory. You’ve been tested in the real world. You’re looking for advanced management skills that will actually make a difference in your career.

Do more with your expertise.

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3 Distinct Degree Paths

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30 Credit Hours

Earn a Specialized Master’s Degree in Management

Quality Management

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M.S. Human Resources

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Efficiency & Productivity

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M.S. Operations & Supply Management

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Asset Protection

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M.S. Risk Control & Safety Management

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A Leading Perspective

Does an MBA Really Mean Business in the Age of AI?

Dean Dan Freedman weighs the advantages of a specialized management degree.

Xcel Energy Cedar Falls Hydro project supports construction students’ industry experiences Featured Image

Xcel Energy Cedar Falls Hydro project supports construction students’ industry experiences

Collaboration encourages students to consider impacts of infrastructure on greater community
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Spring 2026 commencement scheduled May 16 for more than 1,000 graduates

Chancellor, Distinguished Alum, students to speak in three ceremonies at Johnson Fieldhouse
Polytechnic universities focus on practical, career-oriented skills, offering an alternative to traditional universities Featured Image

Polytechnic universities focus on practical, career-oriented skills, offering an alternative to traditional universities

Professors Kelly Droege and Laura Reisinger details what distinguishes the polytechnic universities from traditional education.