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GSBPP Degree Programs

The Graduate School of Business and Public Policy has responsibility for eight graduate academic programs and awards eight graduate degrees. The largest program is the resident defense-focused Master of Business Administration (MBA) program. GSBPP also offers a non-resident Executive MBA program. In addition, GSBPP offers five specialized Master of Science degree programs focused on particular defense management fields, and non-degree professional development programs.

Resident Degree Programs

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a defense-focused MBA program designed to provide officers and DoD civilians an advanced education in interdisciplinary approaches to problem solving and policy analysis by applying quantitative, financial, economic, information technology, and other state-of-the-art management techniques and concepts to military management and policy issues. Graduates of the MBA program will know the latest management theories and practices, including leadership, communication, organization design, and planning, and how to apply them within large public and private sector organizations, as well as military sub-units and activities. More>>

Master of Science in Management (MSM)

The Master of Science in Management program prepares graduates to manage in complex defense organizations and to conduct rigorous analyses of organizational problems, policies and operations. To accomplish these goals, the program places particular emphasis on developing students' mathematical and statistical skills and their ability to analyze and model complex phenomena. One of three areas of specialization can be chosen with this degree: Manpower Systems Analysis, Defense Systems Analysis, and Executive Management.  More>>



Non-resident Degree Programs

Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)

The Executive MBA program is offered via VTE and on-site instruction to various sites, with students attending a one-week orientation and an intensive course to kick off the program in Monterey.  It is designed to provide Navy officers with the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in future resource management assignments.  More>>

Nonresident MSM Programs

Offered via VTE to various sites across the U.S., these part-time programs are designed for the Acquisition professional and provide DAWIA certifications in the context of a graduate degree program, and includes two specializations: Contract Management and Program Management.  More>>

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