Master of Science in Commercial Enterprise in Space

The commercial enterprise in space master's degree is designed for students interested in developing the skills and knowledge needed for leadership roles in space technology management, innovation, national security, international law and treaties, and human space flight.

A master's degree in commercial enterprise in space from Florida Tech takes a multidisciplinary approach to the space- and business-related competencies that graduates develop. They can manage innovation in the commercial exploration of space, understand and respond to human spaceflight conditions, handle US national security interests, and understand and respond to international law related to space exploration and commercial development.

The competencies covered in the commercial enterprise in space master's degree include space systems, spaceflight human physiology, spacecraft environment, matters related to security and law in space, new venture development, leadership in technical organizations, and management of technology and innovation. While students are often already working in a diverse professional environment, the critical topics covered in this curriculum prepare them to handle new leadership responsibilities such as developing or responding to proposal requests, leading innovative product development teams, or identifying technical specifications in a commercial space application.

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree with an acceptable cumulative GPA from an accredited college. Any recognized undergraduate degree may be considered including those earned through distance learning (online). Applicants are preferred to have professional work experience or developing interest in the areas of space technology, commercial business development, innovation and entrepreneurship or national security management.

English language proficiency:

Students whose home language is not English are considered to have demonstrated English language proficiency if they have accomplished any of the following: an Internet-based TOEFL (standard, home and paper) with an earned score of at least 79; or an IELTS with an earned score of at least 6.0; or a PTE Academic with an earned score of at least 58; or a Cambridge English: Advanced with an earned score of at least 180 (Grade of C); or a Duolingo English Test with an earned score of at least 100; ELS English for Academic Purposes level 112.

Application Deadlines: Fall: July 1st; Spring: November 1st.