300 Master's degrees offered by the university

The Film program at Columbia University became renowned for its devotion to story, its uniquely integrated curriculum, and its faculty of working professionals esteemed in both Hollywood and the independent film community

The goal of the Theatre -  Theatre Management and Producing program at Columbia University is to educate and inspire a new generation of creative managers and producers.

The Theatre - Stage Management program at Columbia University provides a holistic approach for students who wish to pursue careers as professional stage managers. 

The Writing program at Columbia University is highly regarded for its rigorous approach to literary instruction and for its faculty of acclaimed writers and editors who are devoted and dedicated teachers. 

The Theatre - Directing program at Columbia University is based on the idea that one’s vision as a director is developed through practice, encouragement, critical feedback, collaboration…and more practice

The new three-year Film - Writing for Film and Television program at Columbia University will build on this tradition and is designed to help talented young writers learn to tell their stories in the strongest ways to prepare them for real world careers in screenplay and teleplay writing. 

The Marketing programme at Columbia University offers a rigorous academic experience for students seeking a Master degree. This public study mode course provides high-level training in consumer behaviour and analytics. Over its duration, the curriculum prepares professionals for leadership roles in the global industry.

The Journalism programme at Columbia University is a rigorous master level course designed for aspiring reporters. This full-time public study mode curriculum focuses on ethical storytelling and investigative techniques. Students develop professional skills over a concentrated duration to excel in global media environments.

Candidates for the Master of Science degree are able to pursue this Journalism - Investigative program at Columbia University, which is platform-neutral and is taken in addition to the traditional M.S. curriculum

The Documentary program at Columbia University combines world‐class training in how to be a reporter with professional skills in the craft of long-form visual storytelling.

The Journalism and International Public Affair program at Columbia University is leading to the degrees of Master of Science in Journalism and Master of International Affairs 

The Journalism and Computer Science program at Columbia University seeks applicants with outstanding undergraduate records, including a strong background in computer science, extensive mathematics or engineering training.

The Masters Direct Entry Program For Non-Nurses at Columbia University is an accelerated 15-month, full-time course designed for graduates from non-nursing backgrounds. This Not Specified degree prepares students for registered nurse licensure through intensive clinical practice and advanced master's-level academic study.

The Biotechnology programme at Columbia University offers an intensive master level curriculum designed for aspiring scientists. This public study mode course provides advanced training in biological sciences and technology. Students complete the degree over a standard duration, gaining expertise in a world-class academic setting.

The Global Business Law programme at Columbia University is an accelerated Executive LL.M. designed for mid-career legal practitioners. This six-month course combines online learning with a 12-week summer residency. It offers a public study mode for international lawyers seeking to master complex transactional law.

The Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences programme at Columbia University provides advanced analytical training. This master degree, delivered via a public study mode, focuses on sophisticated data analysis and research design. Students develop technical expertise over a flexible duration to excel in data-driven environments.

The Law programme at Columbia University is a prestigious LL.M. degree designed for global legal professionals. This one-year, full-time course offers a public study mode, providing an intensive curriculum that fosters intellectual growth and specialisation in various legal fields within a world-class academic environment.

The Economics M.A. at Columbia University is a rigorous, public study mode programme designed for those seeking advanced quantitative skills. This technical degree focuses on applied econometrics and economic modelling. Students complete the curriculum over three semesters to prepare for professional research roles or doctoral studies.

The Narrative Medicine at Columbia University prepares health professionals, writers, and scholars to apply the skills and values of narrative understanding to improve outcomes for both patients and caregivers, and to investigate issues pertinent to health and healthcare in a rigorous transdisciplinary setting.

The Financial Engineering programme at Columbia University is a premier master level course designed for professionals seeking expertise in quantitative finance. This public study mode curriculum provides rigorous training in mathematical modelling and financial analysis, typically completed over one year of intensive study.