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Jenkins Master of Management
Risk and Analytics

Customize Your Degree

Even with its flexible online format, the Master of Management, Risk and Analytics (MRA) provides numerous opportunities for students to enrich their educational and professional journeys through a variety of optional growth activities.

More Than an Online Program  

The Risk and Analytics program provides students with several opportunities to get the most out of their student experience — from study abroad courses to stackable certificates, dual degree and leadership opportunities.

1. Take Courses Abroad   

NC State provides all Jenkins Graduate Program students with opportunities to experience business and culture outside of the United States while earning course credit.

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Switzerland: Organizational Resiliency in Zurich

Jenkins students can spend the week in Geneva and Zurich examining various organizations that play a key role in assessing and monitoring risk and how major corporations manage risk and remain resilient. 

MRA students can complete this course to fulfill elective requirements.

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Brazil: Business Sustainability in Emerging Markets

Learn about the importance and presence of sustainability in business in one of the most biodiverse countries in the world! Enjoy an unforgettable week in beautiful Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro while completing coursework for MBA 590. 

MRA students can complete this course to fulfill elective requirements.

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2. Earn Stackable Certificates  

Students enrolled in the Master of Management, Risk and Analytics (MRA) are eligible to earn a certificate in one of seven specialized areas. MRA students are most commonly interested in the business analytics certificate and business sustainability certificate.

Certificates are stackable, meaning credit hours completed towards certificates may count toward the MRA curriculum, as well as other Jenkins Graduate Programs at Poole College of Management, including the Master of Management, Marketing Analytics (MMA), Jenkins MBA and Jenkins MAC programs. 

Business AI Certificate (NEW!)

Learn to evaluate, manage and apply AI tools that drive real business impact.

Business Analytics Certificate

Gain advanced analytics experience to drive success in business and your career.

Leadership Certificate

12 hours of MBA-level coursework to help you develop your leadership style and inspire your team to succeed.

Other Certificates

Explore other certificate offerings, including sustainability, supply chain, finance and more.

3. Complete Dual Degrees

Dual degree programs enable students to pursue two fields of study, earning a degree in both programs while expanding their network and employment potential. Students in the MRA program are most commonly interested in doing a dual degree with the Jenkins MBA program. 

Jenkins MBA Dual Degree

4. Develop Leadership Skills

Leadership development opportunities

McLauchlan Leadership Experience

Apply to be a McLauchlan Fellow and gain valuable skills in personal, team and organizational leadership through a dynamic series of experiential learning activities and networking events.

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Graduate Student Advisory Board (GSAB)

Join the GSAB at NC State Poole College of Management Jenkins Graduate Programs to help enhance the student experience by facilitating networking opportunities, organizing immersive events, and improving the overall university-level student experience.

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Explore Academics

Curriculum

Our curriculum combines innovative risk management strategies and cutting-edge data analytics, equipping you to lead confidently in a complex world.

Program Format

Discover the structure and flexibility of our online format, including sample course pathways and course delivery options. 

Meet Faculty

Our faculty combines innovative research with hands-on experience and cutting-edge tools to provide students with a foundation for tackling today’s most complex problems.