Master of Science in Management (MSM) Career Outcomes
The master's in management at Gies Business prepares you to begin a purposeful career. The Office of Career and Professional Development assists by providing a range of professional advising and career resources.
As an MSM student, you will benefit from a team of professionals dedicated to supporting your success through services that include résumé review, practice interviews, one-on-one advising, career fair preparation, company information sessions, and virtual alumni conversations.
Positions Filled by MSM Graduates (2019-2022)
- Business analyst
- Marketing coordinator
- Project manager
- Strategy consultant
- Tech consultant
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- Academic sales manager
- Advisory associate
- Area operations manager
- Associate consultant
- Associate production
- Supervisor cost analyst
- Director of finance and public relations
- Field sales and marketing representative
- Implementation consultant
- Media coordinator
- Operations and quality management
- Performances improvement analyst
- Project controller
- Property administrator
- Quality assurance supervisor
- Sales development representative
- Tech consultant
Employers Hiring MSM Graduates (2019-2022)
- Abbvie
- Amazon
- Ernst & Young
- TikTok
- United Airlines
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- Aerotek
- AES Gener
- AIG
- American Family Insurance
- Beghou Consulting
- Caterpillar
- CBD Marketing
- Chick-fil-A
- Coca-Cola
- Epic Systems
- Fortegra
- Glassdoor
- HBR Consulting
- Hormel Foods
- Human Kinetics
- IBM
- iHeart Radio Group
- Illinois Science & Policy Institute
- Jones Lang Lasalle (JLL)
- Korea Tourism Organization
- KPMG
- Keurig Dr. Pepper
- Medline Milwaukee Tool
- PwC
- Redmane Technology
- Sandia National Labs
- University of Chicago US Bank
Top Destinations for Recent MSM Graduates (2019-2022)
- Albuquerque, NM
- Champaign, IL
- Chicago, IL
- Dallas, TX
- Denver, CO
- Evanston, IL
- Fort Lee, NJ
- Indianapolis, IN
- Jackson, FL
- Madison, WI
- Rochelle, IL
- Santiago, Chile
- Tempe, AZ
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Washington D.C.
Meet MSM Alumni
"The best thing about the MSM program is that it taught me the practical, industry-specific skills I needed to become a consultant. The ability to work with actual clients and offer a solution to their business problem was the highlight of the program for me."
Kentae Elem, MSM '23
Risk Advisor Consultant at Baker Tilly
"Opting for the MSM program was a thoughtful decision, acknowledging the robust job search support and the flexibility to tailor my curriculum. These elements played a crucial role in advancing me toward my career goals, and I'm grateful to learn and grow in such a supportive environment."
Olivia Ku, MSM '23
Lead People Data and Reporting Analyst at Discover Financial Services
Interested in connecting with more MSM alumni? Let us know.
Career development from the start
Before you even get to campus, you’ll take part in the Gies Professional Pathway Foundations Certificate Program, which is designed to help you better understand your skills, your interests, and the types of careers that are a good fit for you. The program helps you explore careers that align with your personal goals and values – and sets you on a path for success, right from the start.
With the Gies Professional Pathway Foundations Program, you will:
- Develop an in-depth understanding of yourself – your personal brand and how to connect your past experiences to your future goals in a way that resonates with employers
- Explore and define your career goals
- Craft your professional job search documents
- Develop the sought-after competencies that will help you succeed throughout your career
Support along your journey
No matter your career interests, our experienced career and professional development staff can help you prepare for the next step in your career journey and be more competitive in the job market. Career and professional development are incorporated into your orientation where you’ll learn how to take advantage of the full array of programs and resources available to you as a Gies student. From skill development to career exploration, our talented team is here to help you every step of the way.
Resources:
- Résumé, LinkedIn profile, and cover letter reviews
- In-person interview workshops and practice
- Digital and virtual interviewing platform
- Case interview resources
- One-on-one advising
- Online platform access and guidance
- Company information sessions
- Virtual alumni conversations