Master of Science in Gerontology (Management of Aging Services) Program By University of Massachusetts Boston |Top Universities

Master of Science in Gerontology (Management of Aging Services)

Program Duration

24 monthsProgram duration

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Main Subject Area

SociologyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

UMass Boston’s Management of Aging Services MS focuses on preparing you for a leadership position in the fast-growing field of aging services. It’s designed for working professionals who want to advance in their field or change careers by adding a master’s degree to their résumé. Gain practical skills from experienced expert faculty, and prepare for success in a broad spectrum of careers relating to elder care, and long-term services and supports. Apply these skills to virtually any field — advocacy, aging policy, care management, community programming, financial services, nonprofit management, sales and marketing, housing and transportation, and more. 

Program overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

UMass Boston’s Management of Aging Services MS focuses on preparing you for a leadership position in the fast-growing field of aging services. It’s designed for working professionals who want to advance in their field or change careers by adding a master’s degree to their résumé. Gain practical skills from experienced expert faculty, and prepare for success in a broad spectrum of careers relating to elder care, and long-term services and supports. Apply these skills to virtually any field — advocacy, aging policy, care management, community programming, financial services, nonprofit management, sales and marketing, housing and transportation, and more. 

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

53+
79+
6+
Jan
Sep

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