Overview
The Professional Science Master’s (PSM) was designed to allow students to pursue advanced training in science without a Ph.D., while simultaneously developing highly-valued business skills without an MBA. The PSM is best suited for students who seek science careers in business, government or non-profit organizations.
Developed by University faculty and administrators working with scientists and managers in industry, the program educates students in their chosen field of study while providing them with exposure and training in business (i.e.: internship placements), communications and ethics. In this program at the University at Buffalo, students receive interdisciplinary training in one of four areas (tracks): Chemical Molecular Biology, Computational Chemistry, Environmental Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or Biophysics.
HOW IT WORKS AT THE UNIVERSITY AT BUFFALO:
Students apply to and enroll in a “home department” graduate degree program, where they receive their science training. (Currently participating departments are: Chemistry, Geography, Geology and Physics.) In addition, students would simultaneously apply to and enroll in the Professional Science Management Advanced Certificate Program to receive additional training in computation, business, and ethics – as well as complete a semester-long internship.
Upon graduation, students receive two credentials: (1) A graduate level degree from their home department; and, (2) An advanced graduate certificate in Professional Science Management...