Stanford Joint Computer Science MS/MBA Degree Program

Stanford University has launched a joint degree program that pairs a standard-issue MBA with an MS in computer science. The program will be available to graduate students in the 2014-15 academic year and students may apply for admission starting this fall.

This dual degree program is expected to prepare graduates to start their own companies and for careers in a wide range of industries and roles that require in-depth knowledge of technology.

Eligibility:

• The program is for students who have an undergraduate degree or a work background in computer science or quantitative subjects such as engineering or mathematics.
• Applicants must take GMAT for the B-school and the GRE for the engineering school.

Duration: 9 quarters (3 years)

Fee for three years: $165,000 / Rs 1,04,35,425 (approx)

Course structure:

For successfully completing the program, students need a combined total of 129 academic units, including 84 at the business school and 45 in the computer science department. In computer science, 21 of the 45 units must be in one of the 10 specializations, which include Artificial Intelligence, Biocomputation, Computer and Network Security, Human-Computer Interaction, Information Management and Analytics, Mobile and Internet Computing, Real-World Computing, Software Theory, Systems, or Theoretical Computer Science.

Students will spend one year in the B-school, one year at the engineering school, and one year at both. Besides this, the students will also have the opportunity to work for two summer internships.

Note: Student pursuing their business studies will be allowed to apply to the engineering school and take part in the joint program if admitted.

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