M.Lib. (Master of Library and Information Science) is a postgraduate degree that trains students for professions in library management and information science. The curriculum typically takes 1-2 years full-time or up to 4 years part-time to finish and requires 36-37 credits. Coursework focuses on information organizing, digital curation, and research methods. Specializations available through ALA-accredited schools include academic librarianship, archives, and data science. Graduates work as librarians, information specialists, archivists, and data managers in a variety of environments, including academic, public, and special libraries.