Why Become a Management Major at McNeese?

Management focuses on how organizations work and how people lead within them. At McNeese, management students learn how decisions are made, how teams function, and how organizations use their resources to reach goals. Through coursework, internship opportunities and connections with the regional business community, students can connect what they learn to real business settings.

Students can choose from concentrations in General Management or Human Resource Management. Details about each concentration are below. The management major is available 100% online or face-to-face, and online students can take advantage of 7-week course options during the fall and spring semesters.

Add a Minor or Certificate

College of Business students can add to their degree with a minor in Entrepreneurship, a minor in Construction Management, or the Certificate in Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Business. The Entrepreneurship minor focuses on how business ideas are developed, planned, and brought to life, while the Construction Management minor gives students a closer look at the business and project-based skills connected to the construction industry. The LNG Business Certificate connects business coursework to one of Southwest Louisiana’s major industries and helps students better understand the business side of the LNG field.

Explore more for Management Majors

At McNeese, College of Business students receive a personalized academic experience built around engaging courses, student support, and opportunities to connect what they learn to the workplace. Here are a few more reasons to make McNeese your first choice for a business degree:

Scholarships and Financial Aid

McNeese offers a variety of scholarship and financial aid opportunities to help make your degree more affordable. College of Business students may be eligible for university, donor-funded or program-specific scholarships, along with other financial aid resources available through McNeese. Explore scholarship options early so you can plan and take advantage of opportunities that support your goals.

Faculty and Staff Support

College of Business students are supported by faculty and staff who are invested in their success from their first semester through graduation. Whether students need help understanding degree requirements, choosing classes, preparing for careers or finding the right campus resource, our faculty and staff work together to provide guidance along the way. Students benefit from a college environment where support is personal, accessible, and focused on helping them move forward.

Experiential Learning

College of Business students have opportunities to connect what they learn in class with real-world business experience through internships, class projects, employer partnerships and community connections. These experiences help students build professional skills, explore career paths, and better understand how business decisions are made beyond the classroom. Experiential learning gives students a stronger foundation as they prepare for internships, full-time employment, and future leadership opportunities.

Excellence With a Personal Touch:

At McNeese, College of Business students are more than just a number. With small class sizes, accessible faculty and staff, and student support services located in the Center for Learning and Student Success (CL&SS), students can find guidance throughout their time at McNeese. From tutoring and writing support to career development, study abroad, and student success resources, CL&SS helps students stay on track, prepare for what comes next and feel supported from freshman year through graduation.

Management Program Concentrations

General Management

The General Management concentration gives students a broad foundation in how organizations operate and how decisions are made. Students study topics connected to leadership, strategy, operations, and the day-to-day work of managing people and resources.

General Management Curriculum

Human Resource Management

The Human Resource Management concentration focuses on the people side of business. Students study how organizations recruit, support, develop, and retain employees while building a foundation in workplace policies, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness.

Human Resources Management Concentration Curriculum

What Can You Do with a Major in Management?

With a major in management, you will qualify to work in corporate, industrial, governmental, administrative, human resources and leadership positions. Or, continue your education with a graduate degree to advance your career or specialize in a specific field.

Possible Graduate Programs

Master of Business Administration
Master of Science in Management
Master of Science in Strategic Leadership
Master of Science inHuman Resource Management

Potential Career Paths

Human Resources Manager
Recruiter
General Manager
Administrative Services Manager
Training and Development Manager
Industrial Production Manager
Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Manager
Project Manager
Management Analyst
Facilities Manager

Programs Related to Management

Not sure if the management program is right for you? Explore other undergraduate degree programs in the College of Business and talk about your options with a recruiter.

Management

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