Eller Dean Karthik Kannan Featured on KOLD’s Tucson Today to Discuss Four New Master’s Degrees
Karthik Kannan, dean and Halle Chair in Leadership in Eller College of Management, was recently featured in a segment on KOLD’s Tucson Today to share insights about the college’s four new master’s degrees. During the interview, Kannan emphasized how these new programs reflect Eller’s commitment to preparing students for the evolving demands of the global workforce.
“Each of these new programs distinctly meets a growing need in the world and is designed to equip graduates with an advantage in today’s competitive market, whether entering the workplace or continuing their careers,” says Kannan.
Eller’s new graduate programs are designed to serve both recent graduates and experienced professionals, offering flexible formats and industry-relevant coursework that help students build real skills and take the next step in their careers.
The Eller 1-Year MBA program aims to serve the needs of today’s dynamic business environment, in which career-driven individuals are increasingly seeking opportunities to pivot their careers and gain a competitive edge. The accelerated program empowers students to minimize time away from the workforce while maximizing their educational experience. Participants will gain comprehensive business knowledge and practical skills, allowing them to re-enter the job market quickly and effectively. This unique structure is ideal for recent graduates or experienced professionals looking to change their career trajectory without sacrificing long-term income. Four core elements of the program include accelerated learning, networking opportunities, hands-on experience and enhanced career prospects.
The Online Master’s in AI for Business program is designed for ambitious professionals and career changers. This program delivers essential technical skills for AI business implementation in as few as 12 months, allowing students to balance career commitments with education while earning a STEM-designated degree. The program involves theoretical and hands-on learning approaches to grasp critical AI concepts, principles and practices. Curriculum includes data mining and machine learning courses, generative AI for business, deep learning, policy graphs and networks as well as ethics of AI for business, all set within an applied business context.
Through the program, students can focus on various real-world applications across disciplines such as healthcare management, cybersecurity and digital platforms (such as commerce).
The online Master of Science in Marketing offers two specialized tracks—Marketing Analytics and Brand Management—to meet the evolving demands of the digital marketing landscape. This program is ideal for modern professionals and career changers who need flexibility to balance their career commitments and education. The fully asynchronous format allows students to continue earning while they learn, with no relocation required. Students can complete the program in as few as 16 months, mastering essential marketing tools through core courses before specializing in their chosen track. Graduates of the program will be well-equipped with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to thrive in a wide range of industries.
The online MSE program serves as a revolutionary approach to advanced economics education designed for today’s data-driven world. This program arrives as industries seek driven professionals who can navigate the complex intersection of economics, technology and policy. The 100 percent online format allows working learners to accelerate their careers without pressing pause on their current roles. The program’s flexible structure responds to the rapidly evolving landscape of digital markets and the increasing reliance on data-driven decision-making across industries. Graduates will emerge with a powerful competitive advantage in high-impact fields including big tech, financial services, consulting and government regulatory agencies.
“It is our ongoing mission at Eller to provide real-world education and present high-level opportunities for our students,” Kannan concluded.
To learn more about these programs visit: https://eller.arizona.edu/programs/masters