Program Overview

The field of marketing is constantly evolving, with new technologies and consumer behaviors shaping how companies reach and engage with their audiences. The Master of Science in Marketing program at Miami Herbert Business School aims to prepare students for leadership roles in the industry by providing them with a deep understanding of the latest marketing strategies and tools and the skills to analyze and make data-driven decisions.

The Master of Science in Marketing program at Miami Herbert Business School will blend theoretical and practical training, and with its focus on data-driven decision-making, will give graduates a competitive edge in the job market.

Further, a project-based class that is designed by the marketing department faculty in collaboration with Fortune 500 companies on our Marketing Advisory Board will allow students to apply what they've learned in real-world settings and provide employment opportunities at companies such as Meta, Bacardi, Microsoft, and Starbucks.

Admission Requirements

The following is a list of the required conditions as well as the required documents for your application.

  • Completed application for admission submitted through Miami Herbert Business School application portal.
  • A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution.
    • Official academic transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary institutions must be submitted directly to the application portal.
    • International applicants must have their educational credentials from institutions outside of the United States verified by an approved international credentialing evaluation service such as World Education Services to confirm degree equivalency and GPA calculation.
  • A current resume outlining your professional and academic achievements is required.
  • Personal statement (up to 600 words) and a short-essay response to the program-related question in the application portal.
  • At least one letter is required. Up to three may be submitted.  
  • GMAT/GRE score report – A valid test score (less than 5 years old) is optional
    • GMAT Institution Code: 7NV-S1-96 (or the locator code specific to your program of interest)
    • GRE Institution Code: 5815
  • Duolingo English Test (DET), IELTS and TOEFL score report – A valid score (less than 2 years old) is required as proof of English proficiency for international applicants who did not receive a degree in the United States or a foreign country where English is the primary language. The following minimum score is required for admission to a graduate business degree program.
    • TOEFL – 94 or above; Institution code: 5815
    • IELTS – 7.0 or above; Institution code: 4861
    • DET – 125 or above 

If you do not yet have a GMAT or GRE test score and/or a TOEFL or IELTS score (international candidates only), you may complete and submit your application prior to taking the exam by indicating your approximate date within the Standardized Tests tab in the Academic History section. Select “Add Test Score” by the relevant test, then indicate that you have not yet taken the exam and add your estimated test date in the section provided.

We encourage candidates to upload unofficial transcripts and test scores with their application in order to expedite the review of their file while official documents are processed.

QUESTIONS?

Connect with Miami Herbert Business School’s graduate enrollment advisors at (305) 284-2510, by email at mba@miami.edu, or visit the Miami Herbert Business School website.

Curriculum Requirements (Regular & Professional Track)

Students will take 9 required courses (18 credits) and up to 12 credits of electives to enhance the development of a specific skill (total 30 credits). The proposed plan of study is below. Exceptions can be made for courses offered across the university but must be approved by the Academic Program Director.

Master of Science in Marketing

Required Courses (18-credits)
BUS 610Executive Problem Solving: Critical Thinking Strategic Communication2
or MKT 678 (NEW COURSE)
MGT 697Graduate Business Career Connect Course1
MKT 633Consumer Insights2
MKT 640Foundations of Marketing Management2
MKT 641Marketing Research and Decision Making2
MKT 654Application of Artificial Intelligence in Marketing (NEW COURSE)2
MKT 657Digital Marketing2
MKT 695Topics in Marketing2
MKT 696Topics in Marketing3
Electives12
Product Management in the Digital Age
Global Economics
Statistics and Data Analysis
Management Science Models for Decision Making
Applied Regression Analysis I
Data Acquisition and Preparation
Machine Learning for Data Analytics I
Market Innovation (NEW COURSE)
New Product Development
Strategic Marketing
Digital Brand Storytelling (NEW COURSE)
Marketing Analytics
Digital Marketing Analytics and Strategy
Influencer Marketing (NEW COURSE)
Total Credit Hours30

Master of Science in Marketing with Concentration in Marketing Analytics 

Required Courses (18-credits)
BUS 610Executive Problem Solving: Critical Thinking Strategic Communication2
or MKT 678 (NEW COURSE)
MGT 697Graduate Business Career Connect Course1
MKT 633Consumer Insights2
MKT 640Foundations of Marketing Management2
MKT 641Marketing Research and Decision Making2
MKT 654Application of Artificial Intelligence in Marketing (NEW COURSE)2
MKT 657Digital Marketing2
MKT 695Topics in Marketing2
MKT 696Topics in Marketing3
Marketing Analytics Concentration12
Select 12 credits from the courses below:
Statistics and Data Analysis
Management Science Models for Decision Making
Applied Regression Analysis I
Data Acquisition and Preparation
Machine Learning for Data Analytics I
Marketing Analytics
Digital Marketing Analytics and Strategy
Total Credit Hours30

Master of Science in Marketing with Concentration in Digital Innovation and Market Development

Required Courses (18-credits)
BUS 610Executive Problem Solving: Critical Thinking Strategic Communication2
or MKT 678 (NEW COURSE)
MGT 697Graduate Business Career Connect Course1
MKT 633Consumer Insights2
MKT 640Foundations of Marketing Management2
MKT 641Marketing Research and Decision Making2
MKT 654Application of Artificial Intelligence in Marketing (NEW COURSE)2
MKT 657Digital Marketing2
MKT 695Topics in Marketing2
MKT 696Topics in Marketing3
Digital Innovation and Market Development Concentration12
Select 12 credits from the courses below:
Product Management in the Digital Age
Global Economics
Market Innovation (NEW COURSE)
New Product Development
Strategic Marketing
Digital Brand Storytelling (NEW COURSE)
Digital Marketing Analytics and Strategy
Influencer Marketing (NEW COURSE)
Total Credit Hours30

Plan of Study (Regular Track)

Plan of Study Grid
Year One
FallCredit Hours
BUS 610 or MKT 678 Executive Problem Solving: Critical Thinking Strategic Communication
or Professional Selling and Communication Principles
2
MGT 697 Graduate Business Career Connect Course 1
MKT 640 Foundations of Marketing Management 2
MKT 641 Marketing Research and Decision Making 2
MKT 657 Digital Marketing 2
MKT 633 Consumer Insights 2
Electives or Concentration Courses 6
 Credit Hours17
Spring
MKT 654 Application of Artificial Intelligence in Marketing 2
MKT 695 Topics in Marketing 2
MKT 696 Topics in Marketing 3
Electives or Concentration Courses 6
 Credit Hours13
 Total Credit Hours30

Plan of Study (Professional Track)

Plan of Study Grid
Year One
FallCredit Hours
MKT 640 Foundations of Marketing Management 2
MKT 641 Marketing Research and Decision Making 2
MKT 657 Digital Marketing (Required Courses (18-credits)) 2
Electives or Concentration Courses 4
 Credit Hours10
Spring
MKT 654 Application of Artificial Intelligence in Marketing 2
MKT 695 Topics in Marketing 2
MKT 696 Topics in Marketing 3
Electives or Concentration Courses 4
 Credit Hours11
Year Two
Fall
BUS 610 or MKT 678 Executive Problem Solving: Critical Thinking Strategic Communication
or Professional Selling and Communication Principles
2
MGT 697 Graduate Business Career Connect Course 1
MKT 633 Consumer Insights 2
MKT 677 Digital Marketing Analytics and Strategy 2
Elective or Concentration Course 2
 Credit Hours9
 Total Credit Hours30

Program Mission and Goals

The Master of Science in Marketing program is designed to prepare students for leadership roles in the field of marketing by providing a comprehensive understanding of contemporary strategies, analytical methodologies, and decision-making tools. The curriculum integrates theoretical foundations with applied learning and places particular emphasis on data-driven approaches and digital marketing capabilities, thereby equipping graduates with a strong competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Students may pursue one of two concentrations: Marketing Analytics or Digital Innovation and Market Development. Each concentration is structured to ensure that students acquire specialized expertise and remain informed about current developments within their chosen area of study.

Student Learning Outcomes

  1. Students will apply marketing knowledge to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of contemporary marketing theories, strategies, and practices.
  2. Students will collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to make evidence-based marketing decisions.
  3. Students will employ current digital platforms, analytics software, and marketing technologies to design, execute, and evaluate marketing initiatives.
  4. Students will develop innovative solutions to formulate creative and effective marketing strategies that respond to dynamic consumer behavior and evolving market environments.
  5. Students will present marketing analyses and strategic recommendations clearly and persuasively in both written and oral formats.
  6. Marketing Analytics concentration: Students will apply advanced statistical, econometric, and data visualization techniques to solve marketing problems.
  7. Digital Innovation and Market Development Concentration: Students will design and implement digital strategies that foster market growth and brand innovation.