MS/MPhil Management Sciences

Course Outline

Program Description

The coursework for the M.Phil program in Management Sciences will introduce the scholars with classic and contemporary theories developed by management science researchers, across the globe. The coursework consists of 04 core courses and 04 elective courses which will be offered in three semesters. Upon successful completion of core courses, the students will work towards establishment of a research proposal.

The MS program offers a degree in core management areas with a special emphasis on identification and solution of marketing, finance, human resource management, and operational issues prevalent in contemporary organizations. The coursework for the MS program in Management Sciences will introduce the scholars with classic and contemporary theories developed by management science researchers, across the globe. The coursework consists of 10 courses which will be offered to be offered in four semesters. The content will proceed with an understanding of the current management thought, towards developing a skill to conduct high class applied research in the areas of marketing, finance, and human resource management. 

 

The students will undergo a rigorous and relevant training during the M.Phil/MS program. However, in order to enable them to successfully complete the program, an orientation week is designed to offer the following;

The prerequisites of being a postgraduate student at GIFT University

The research and Publication imperative for personal and organizational advantage

The ‘buzz words’ of management research – An Introduction

 

Career Prospects

The M.Phil graduates will be able to continue to PhD programs at other universities and also publish high quality academic research in reputable outlets i.e. academic journals, conference articles, monographs, and book chapters are few examples. The graduates with an ability to publish research are envisioned to serve in education sector; especially the Colleges and Universities. Furthermore, the graduates can join consultancy and training centre or can also establish such organizations as a separate business.  

The MS graduates are expected to work with leading national and multinational organizations in order to serve their research needs.

 

MPhil/MS Management Sciences

Program Objective

To enable graduates to independently design, conduct, and publish academic and industry related research to be presented at multiple platforms.

To establish the critical thinking and analysis skills among graduates – imperative for theory and Knowledge development and advancement.  

To be able to independently diagnose problems and offer workable solutions – meeting the needs of senior managerial positions.

To enable them to conceive managerial problems with relevant solutions by making them independent researchers. 

 

Program Description

The coursework for the M.Phil program in Management Sciences will introduce the scholars with classic and contemporary theories developed by management science researchers, across the globe. The coursework consists of 04 core courses and 04 elective courses which will be offered in three semesters. Upon successful completion of core courses, the students will work towards establishment of a research proposal.

The MS program offers a degree in core management areas with a special emphasis on identification and solution of marketing, finance, human resource management, and operational issues prevalent in contemporary organizations. The coursework for the MS program in Management Sciences will introduce the scholars with classic and contemporary theories developed by management science researchers, across the globe. The coursework consists of 10 courses which will be offered to be offered in four semesters. The content will proceed with an understanding of the current management thought, towards developing a skill to conduct high class applied research in the areas of marketing, finance, and human resource management. 

 

The students will undergo a rigorous and relevant training during the M.Phil/MS program. However, in order to enable them to successfully complete the program, an orientation week is designed to offer the following;

The prerequisites of being a postgraduate student at GIFT University

The research and Publication imperative for personal and organizational advantage

The ‘buzz words’ of management research – An Introduction

 

Career Prospects

The M.Phil graduates will be able to continue to PhD programs at other universities and also publish high quality academic research in reputable outlets i.e. academic journals, conference articles, monographs, and book chapters are few examples. The graduates with an ability to publish research are envisioned to serve in education sector; especially the Colleges and Universities. Furthermore, the graduates can join consultancy and training centre or can also establish such organizations as a separate business.  

The MS graduates are expected to work with leading national and multinational organizations in order to serve their research needs.

 

Areas of Specialization

The M.Phil program offers a degree in management sciences with specialization in core management areas (i.e. Marketing, HRM and Finance- including topic from Islamic Finance). The students will write a comprehensive thesis – to be completed by supervised research in the core functional areas of management i.e. marketing, finance, human resource management, and operations. 

 

The coursework for the MS program in Management Sciences will introduce the scholars with classic and contemporary theories developed by management science researchers, across the globe. The coursework consists of 10 courses which will be offered to be offered in four semesters. The content will proceed with an understanding of the current management thought, towards developing a skill to conduct high class applied research in the areas of marketing, finance, and human resource management. The degree of MS in Management Sciences essentially offers specialization in three core areas of Marketing, Finance and Human Resources Management.

 

MPhil Thesis

As outlined in the HEC criteria for M. Phil/PhD curriculum, the students who are willing to progress through M. Phil towards PhD must have successfully completed a supervised research thesis. The thesis is an individually supervised research, conducted in the form of regular meeting with the supervisor(s), during 2nd year of the M. Phil program. The research supervisor will be a full time faculty member of GIFT University or may be any other HEC approved supervisor, actively involved in research. The student must deliver his/her progress in front of the research committee on a regular basis.

 

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for admission in the M.Phil/MS program, the candidate must have;

Completed 16 years of relevant degree, recognized by higher education commission, Pakistan. However, the students waiting for results may be granted a provisional admission but they have to provide the final transcript and the degrees before appearing in the final exams of first semester.

Passed the previous degree with a cumulative GPA score of 2.5/4.0 (under a semester system) or a second class Masters degree (earned under annual system).

Passed the GAT-General, conducted by NTS at the time of admission and must be valid. Or pass GIFT University admission test for MPhil/MS program.

Qualified a panel interview where the candidate will be assessed on the basis of his/her command over the subject and a clear vision for research.

 Minimum 3.00 CGPA will be required by the end of first year for Thesis writing for MPhil Program.

Students who do not meet the condition of 3.00 CGPA in their first year may be offered Two Courses in place of thesis and they may be entitled for the Degree of MS Management Sciences.

Specializations are available subject to the minimum required student strength.

Source

http://www.gift.edu.pk/page/masters-of-science-in-management-sciences-ms-