Overview

Develop a mix of technical, interpersonal, and management skills to succeed wherever software innovation is needed, from startups to international corporations.

In Silicon Valley, you can’t just be tech smart; you must be people smart too. We teach you the Software Management: the people, the process, the project, and the product. Through this degree, you'll have practical and dynamic opportunities to lead teams and create innovative software solutions.

Mission

The Carnegie Mellon University mission is to create a transformative educational experience for students focused on deep disciplinary knowledge; problem solving; leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; and personal health and well-being.

To cultivate a transformative university community committed to :

attracting and retaining diverse, world-class talent;
creating a collaborative environment open to the free exchange of ideas, where research, creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship can flourish
ensuring individuals can achieve their full potential.

To impact society in a transformative way — regionally, nationally, and globally — by engaging with partners outside the traditional borders of the university campus.

Accreditation

Carnegie Mellon University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The Silicon Valley campus is included within the scope of the university’s accreditation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Product Definition & Validation

Innovation & Entrepreneurshi

Process and Project Management

Managing Software Professionals

Human Computer Interaction

Software Product Strategy

The Business of Software

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-20 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

144 alternative credits

Carnegie Mellon has adopted the method of assigning a number of “units” for each course to represent the quantity of work required of students.

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pittsburgh, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

Undergraduate degree in computer science, electrical and computer engineering, information science, information systems, information technology, or a related field.

We recommend certain program formats based on applicants’ level of industry experience:

Part-time applicants should have five or more years of work experience.

Full-time applicants with four or more years of work experience should consider to applying to our 12-month MSSM program.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

60300 USD / year

≈ 60300 USD / year
Out-of-State

60300 USD / year

≈ 60300 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

60300 USD / year

≈ 60300 USD / year

Living costs

Pittsburgh

United States

1148 - 1944 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Domestic

Living costs

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Financing

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