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Management (MGT)

Major Overview

The Management (MGT) major prepares students to lead organizations by integrating business fundamentals with leadership, strategy, and operational decision-making skills. The curriculum emphasizes broad managerial capability and prepares graduates for leadership roles across functions and industries.

Major Course Topics & Skills

  • Project Management, International Business, Sustainable Business Management, Organizational Behavior, and Ethical Leadership 
96%*

EMPLOYMENT RATE

$65K*

MEDIAN STARTING SALARY

*Data based on Class of 2025 First Destination Survey, students seeking employment.

Experiential Opportunities

  • Consulting Group at VT, Entrepreneurship Club, Management Society, Pamplin Leadership Development Team (PLDT),  Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
  • MGT Student Advisory Board

Early Career Roles

  • Business Development Associate
  • Business Operations Specialist
  • Management Analyst
  • Management Trainee
  • Project Manager