Professional Science Master's
"Science Plus" Curricula

PSM programs are characterized by "science-plus" curricula that combine science and technology coursework with professional skills.

Program Examples

PSM Degree

Science/Technology Courses

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Professional Skills

Applied Computing

Modeling, Network Design, Network Security, Simulation, Geographic Information Systems

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Conflict Resolution, Negotiation, Project Management, Writing, Leadership

Applied Industrial Mathematics

Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Matrix Theory, Cost Benefit Analysis

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Leadership, Organizational Decision Making, Human Resources Management

Bio/Pharmaceutical Discovery and Development

Clinical Biostatistics, Clinical Trial Design, Gene Expression Systems, Proteomics, Molecular Evolution, Experimental Immunology

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Applied Entrepreneurship, Intellectual Property and Licensing, U.S. Regulatory Affairs, Project Management

Forensic Science

Drug Chemistry/Toxicology, Molecular Biology, Quantum Chemistry, DNA Technologies

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Case Law, Expert Witness Testimony, Formal Reports, Rules of Evidence

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PSM PROGRAM STATISTICS

PSM Programs: 297
PSM-Affiliated Institutions: 130

as of February 26, 2013

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The Professional Science Master's: A Council of Graduate Schools Guide to Establishing Programs, which is a major rewrite of the earlier monograph, Professional Master's Education (2006). More Info >


The 2012 Professional Science Master’s (PSM) Student Outcomes Survey, which was designed to capture initial hiring outcomes of PSM graduates and follow them for up to five years after graduation. More Info >


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