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Master of Arts in Management

The Master of Arts degree in Management is designed for students who seek an understanding of the principles, theory, and cutting-edge practices of management in the 21st Century. Students apply their "real-world" experiences and integrate theory and practice for today’s challenging work environments. This program is designed to be versatile, with the knowledge gained applicable in the military, government, or corporate world. AMU's Master of Arts in Management with a concentration in Human Resource Management degree program fully aligns with the SHRM HR curriculum guides established in 2005.

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  • Concentrations 

    • Competitive Intelligence
    • Defense Management
    • General Management
    • Human Resource Management
    • Organizational Leadership
    • Public Administration

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  • Why Choose AMU?

    Academic Quality meets Affordable Tuition

    American Military University (AMU) provides quality and affordable online education to U.S. Armed Forces, members of the public safety, service and national security communities, and working adults in a wide range of fields. AMU closely partners with industry organizations and is highly respected by public service, intelligence, homeland security and criminal justice communities for developing curriculum that is relevant to today’s job market. AMU is a member of the regionally accredited American Public University System. Here’s why more than 100,000 students make us their school of choice.

    • #1 most popular provider of education to the U.S. military*
    • Admission fees are waived for active duty, guard and reserve members 
    • No application or technology fees
    • Active duty tuition assistance covers up to 100% of undergraduate tuition and up to 75% of graduate tuition for as many as six courses per year**
    • Affordable tuition that is 20 percent less than the average four-year public university’s in-state rates according to the College Board’s 2010-2011 study
    • Save time and money by transferring previous education and training credits
    • Nationally recognized for quality online education and effective practices 
    • Experienced faculty; many who are executives in government and nonprofit organizations including the United Nations, State Department, Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Central Intelligence Agency, National Security Agency, and Federal Emergency Management Agency.
    • 96% of AMU seniors say they are satisfied or very satisfied with their education
    • 97% of AMU seniors say they would recommend AMU to friends and colleagues

    To get started, complete our no-fee application now.

    *based upon 2011 DoD enrollment figures for U.S. servicemembers
    **refer to your service's policy on tuition assistance eligibility and availability


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Robin Berenson
Program Director
Ed.D.: Argosy University

Robin Berenson

Dr. Robin Berenson received her EdD in Organizational Leadership from Argosy University-Sarasota, her MS in Human Resource Development from Towson University, and her BA in Psychology from the University of North Carolina-Charlotte. Additionally, she is a Job and Career Transition Coach (JCTC). Dr. Berenson's dissertation focused on Emotional Intelligence as a predictor for success in online learning.

Dr. Berenson developed and implemented a leadership development program for Spartanburg Community College. Her work experience spans multiple disciplines which include academia, health care, human resources, business, and management. She is a member of the speaker's bureau and has spoken on topics such as leadership, teams, online learning, service learning, and organizational development.

Dr. Berenson's current research interests include leadership development, emotional intelligence, and predictors of success in online learning. Dr. Berenson's research is published in the International Review of Research in Open Distance Learning (IRRODL).

Dr. Berenson teaches a variety of courses in the graduate management program and is the program director for undergraduate and graduate management.