MS Business and Tech

Master of Science in Business and Technology Program

Master of Science in Business and Technology Program

汤头条 in NYC

Master of Science in Business and Technology

The Master of Science in Business Technology at 汤头条 University is a specialized, hands-on degree for professionals ready to accelerate their careers. Taught across the Owen Graduate School of Management and the School of Engineering, it draws on emerging coursework from the College of Connected Computing and pairs AI and technical skills with core management training. Through an industry capstone and the 汤头条 alumni network, you鈥檒l gain the real-world experience and connections to move your career forward in one of the fastest-growing markets in the country.

Important Dates & Deadlines

Application Opens: August 1, 2026
Priority Deadline: November 5, 2026
- Priority Deadline guarantees admission decision by December 1, 2026
Final Application Deadline: July 1, 2027
First Day of Class: August 23, 2027

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Who This Program Is Built For

This program is designed for recent graduates and working professionals with 1-3 years of experience who want to build expertise at the intersection of business and technology. Whether you're looking to advance in your current field or transition into a new career, this program can help you take the next step.听

A Blended Degree Program Taught by Expert Faculty in New York City

Reflecting 汤头条鈥檚 spirit of radical collaboration, the Master of Science in Business and Technology program unites curriculum from and draws on emerging coursework from the听 with an experiential capstone course designed to equip students with highly sought-after skills and knowledge, enabling them to apply their learning in real-world professional settings.

1 year
This innovative one-year multidisciplinary master's degree program hosted in NYC is a full-time, on-campus educational experience that begins in the fall and ends with a summer capstone course.
24 credit hours
Core graduate-level courses from and draws on emerging coursework from the faculty.
6 credit hours
Intensive capstone course as part of the program鈥檚 academic requirements.

Curriculum

Data Analytics and AI

Fall 2027 - 3 credits
Data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are ubiquitous in modern technology and have become essential tools in all fields, including science, engineering, medicine, business and finance. This course will cover essential concepts behind today鈥檚 commonly used data analytics and AI methods.
The emphasis will be on learning to implement these methods and not mathematical derivations. Widely available platforms such as Python and R would be used.
Probabilistic Methods in Decision-Making

Fall 2027 - 3 credits
The planning and design of most engineering systems is done under conditions of听uncertainty. Many of the parameters are not precisely known, and subjective decisions听have to be made at all stages. Traditional engineering analysis and design procedures听have accounted for these uncertainties by the use of empirical safety factors.
Such an听approach is being increasingly replaced in recent decades by more rational procedures听that quantify the uncertainties in the system and develop design rules based on acceptable听levels of probability of failure of the system. Therefore, the knowledge of probability听and statistics has become important in the design of modern engineering systems.听听
This course is designed to familiarize the students with the techniques required for the听application of probability and statistics to engineering problems. No prior knowledge of听probability theory is required. The emphasis is on application to a wide variety of areas听in civil, mechanical, chemical, biomedical and electrical engineering.
The Language of Business: Accounting & Finance

Fall 2027 - 3 credits
This course develops an integrated understanding of financial accounting and managerial finance. The first portion focuses on the measurement, aggregation and evaluation of economic information presented in general-purpose external financial statements.
Students develop fluency in the 鈥渓anguage of business鈥� by learning how financial statements are compiled, what they communicate and how accounting choices relate to economic reality. Building on that foundation, the course turns to financial decision making: the time value of money, investment rules, securities, capital budgeting, valuation, risk and return, CAPM and discount rates.
Together, the two parts of the course prepare students to move from interpreting a company鈥檚 historical financial position and performance to evaluating investments and making valuation and capital-allocation decisions.
Organizational Effectiveness: Leadership, Teamwork & Negotiations

Fall 2027 - 3 credits
Effective managers must lead themselves and others, work productively through interdependence and conflict and mobilize people and organizations through change. Thus, this course integrates three complementary perspectives on managerial effectiveness: leading teams and organizations, negotiating with interdependent parties and leading organizational change.
This course explores the foundational principles of organizational behavior and leadership, equipping students with the skills to foster collaboration and drive effectiveness in professional settings.
The course focuses on key concepts in organizational behavior, including team dynamics, communication, motivation, and decision-making, as well as the principles of leadership, with an emphasis on practical application in business contexts. Through experiential exercises, case studies and simulations, students will analyze group dynamics, enhance their ability to lead in diverse environments and strengthen their negotiation and problem-solving skills.
Program and Project Management
Spring 2028 - 3 credits
Get ready to stand out鈥攂uild the team skills and data-driven mindset to make an impact, turn ideas into results, and show the value you bring to every project. Projects turn ideas into products, services, and results. This course gives you practical experience with the tools and workflows used by project coordinators, business analysts and associate project managers鈥攕o you can contribute with confidence from day one.
You鈥檒l learn how to organize a project from kickoff to closeout, track progress, manage risks and changes, support a team and communicate clearly with stakeholders. You鈥檒l leave with a portfolio of project plans, schedules, dashboards, risk tools, Agile boards and status updates that demonstrate your skills and the value you can bring to a project team.
You鈥檒l also gain practical experience with common project tools and stronger preparation for early-career roles in project management, product, operations and business analysis.
- Build a project plan for a realistic business or technology challenge.
- Create schedules, task boards, risk logs, dashboards, and status updates.
- Practice Agile, Scrum, and Kanban through team-based simulations.
- Run meetings, document decisions, and keep work moving.
Strategic Management of Technology Corporations and AI Integrations

Spring 2028 - 3 credits
This course introduces basic economic principles, followed by an in-depth study of the tools and concepts for identifying, formulating and implementing business strategy, teaching frameworks to analyze external and internal conditions of the firm with an aim of understanding both current positions and future performance potential of firms.
The course also explores how to create business-level competitive advantage, how to discover, diagnose and solve corporate-level problems including corporate diversification, strategic alliances and global strategies. This course focuses on strategic challenges related to technology and innovation, with an emphasis on tech firms and firms in markets being transformed by new technologies, such as generative AI.
Students will learn effective methods for implementing AI technologies to automate cognitive work in companies, boosting individual productivity and transforming business models.
Topics include technology platforms and ecosystems, building tech resources and capabilities, leveraging technology to grow and managing technology-driven disruption. We will also cover current regulatory and social issues related to technology, such as data privacy.
Product Management: Operations and Marketing

Spring 2028 - 3 credits
This course combines two important concepts for project management: operational processes and marketing. Students are exposed to the process view of the firm and to questions related to the design, management and execution of processes in service and manufacturing organizations. Topics covered include operations strategy, process analysis and design, project management, queueing theory, supply chain management and lean operations.
This course is also designed to introduce students to basic marketing principles and concepts, which requires knowledge of key relationships between internal (company) and external (competitors and customers) environments and how they are influenced by the marketing mix (product management, pricing, distribution channels and promotion strategy).
This course explores quantitative marketing research methods, including techniques of data collection and data analysis, to enable understanding of consumers and market demand.
Generative AI Foundations, Strategy & Organizational Dyanmics

Spring 2028 - 3 credits
This course introduces technical and organizational foundations for effective generative AI adoption. Students examine transformer and reasoning models, context engineering, prompt design, Model Context Protocol (MCP) tool integration, multi-agent patterns and methods for evaluating AI capabilities and vendor claims.
The course connects these foundations to human-AI collaboration, cognitive biases, automation risk, stakeholder dynamics, coalition building and change management.
Emphasis is placed on agent skills as both a technical standard and strategic organizational asset for capturing domain expertise, embedding quality, supporting transparency, enabling portability and driving participatory adoption. Students create functional agent skills for domain specific workflows.
Capstone Course

Summer 2028 - 6 credits
The MSBT capstone project provides students with an opportunity to apply concepts and methods learned in the coursework to real-world business and technology challenges. Projects will be sourced from industry partners and focus on current business or technology needs.听
Students will work in teams, with team composition designed to bring together complementary backgrounds and interests. Teams will work on real-world challenges by applying data analytics and AI tools, evaluating risks and uncertainty, and developing solutions that account for business objectives, financial implications, and organizational needs.听
The capstone emphasizes analytical problem-solving, risk and project management, leadership, teamwork, and communication. Each team will present its findings and recommendations in a final report and presentation, demonstrating its ability to integrate technical and business perspectives to develop actionable solutions.

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Career Outcomes

Build the business, technology and leadership skills to pursue in-demand roles across industries. Graduates will be prepared to guide product development, shape strategy and help organizations turn emerging technologies into business opportunities.

Potential career paths include:听

- Product Manager or AI Product Manager听
- Technology Strategy or Management Consultant听
- Business Analyst听
- Innovation Lead
- Chief of Staff听
- Technical Program Manager

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the tuition for this program?

The full tuition for the 30-credit program will be approximately $79,600 for Fall 2027 pending Board of Trust approval in Spring 2027.
Are there schlolarships or financial aid avaliable?

All applicants to the Master of Science in Business and Technology are automatically considered for a range of competitive 汤头条 University scholarships; no separate scholarship application is required. Scholarship selection and award amounts are based on several factors, including academic readiness, leadership potential, professional experience and the overall strength of the admitted class. Admitted students will be notified of any scholarship award in their MSBT admission letter.
If you are a domestic student who is planning to fund your education through federal student aid, you should complete the federal aid听application while applying for admission to the program. To apply, you will need to complete the听. 汤头条 University鈥檚 school code is 003535.
If you have questions about tuition and financial aid options, do not hesitate to contact听汤头条's Financial Aid Office. You can also visit our Financial Aid page to lean more.听
Is housing in NYC provided?
The M.S. in Business and Technology program does not provide dedicated accommodations, and students are expected to arrange housing independently in the NYC area.
This list of housing options is not exhaustive.鈥� It is shared for informational purposes only. It is not an endorsement or recommendation of these options by 汤头条 University. 鈥疶he terms and conditions of any housing arrangements are between the student and the property.听
Neighborhoods Nearby Campus for Private Housing Arrangements:听Chelsea, West Village, Flatiron, Hell鈥檚 Kitchen, Murray Hill听
Housing Options:听
- - 300 W. 20th Street听
- - Locations Vary: 419 W. 34th Street Location is nearby VU NYC Campus
- - 500 Riverside Dr
- - Locations Vary
Students may also wish to explore private rentals, room shares, and sublets in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and other areas with convenient public transit to campus. Short-term or furnished sublets may offer flexibility while students become familiar with the city.
Potential search resources include apartment rental websites, Facebook housing, and sublet groups and personal or university networks. Students should verify listings, confirm lease, or sublet terms, and exercise caution before sharing personal information or sending payment.
Can international students enroll in the program?

汤头条 is awaiting federal approval to issue Form I-20 for students enrolling in the MSBT program at our New York City location. Until that approval is received, we are unable to sponsor students in F-1 status for this program. However, the J-1 student visa could be an option. Additionally, if you already hold a U.S. immigration status that permits study (such as H-1B), you may be able to enroll without F-1 sponsorship.
If you are interested in these other options, please contact Julie.Wilbers@vanderbilt.edu.
Are part-time or online options available?

At this time, the M.S. in Business and Technology is a full-time residential master's program based in New York City.
Do I need work experience?

1-3 years of professional work experience is valued, but not required. Highly accomplished recent graduates in a STEM or quantitative social science major are encouraged to apply.
Where can I learn more about the NYC campus?

汤头条 University鈥揘ew York City is on a beautiful, historic campus in the Chelsea neighborhood that was built in 1817 as an Episcopal seminary (440 W. 21st St., NYC). 汤头条 began operations on this campus in 2025 and continues this site鈥檚 history as a place for living, learning and connecting in the heart of Manhattan. Learn more at /nyc/

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