Quinnipiac University's nationally recognized academic
programs, a corps of dedicated and gifted professors, a full
array of technologies and computer networks, and lively community
life on a beautiful campus, combine to produce graduates ready to
make their mark in the world.
A co-educational, non-sectarian, private institution, Quinnipiac
offers programs that combine a solid academic foundation with the
contemporary professional preparation necessary to meet the
challenges of a rewarding career or further studies.
At the Quinnipiac School of Business, we offer a quality
education that enables students to meet the demands and
challenges of a complex and competitive world. We provide a
supportive and stimulating environment for the intellectual and
personal growth of undergraduate, graduate and continuing
education students.
We are particularly committed to helping our students become
professionals who are capable of thinking critically, working in
teams, utilizing technology, performing complex research, making
decisions and communicating their ideas effectively.
Our programs are accredited by the AACSB International - The
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
MBA Program
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The School of Business offers a Master of Business Administration
(MBA) program for working adults and full-time students whether
or not they have formal business education. This program is
designed to provide individuals with a broad professional
education and acquaint them with the theories, principles and
strategies needed for successful careers in management.
Beyond acquiring the knowledge of course content and an
understanding of business systems, students are taught to be
innovative in their approach to solving problems and making
decisions. Exposure to sound ethical standards, and skill
development in the areas of negotiation, cooperation and
interpersonal relations are an integral part of the curriculum.
Graduates are action-oriented and can effectively apply the
competence and techniques they have acquired at Quinnipiac.
This program is built on a 34-credit core. In addition, 12
credits of electives or a thesis allow a student to pursue
greater knowledge in the following areas:
- Accounting
- Computer Information Systems
- Finance
- Healthcare Management
- International Business
- Management
- Marketing
MBA - Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA® Track)
The MBA (CFA® Track) is a specialized track within
the MBA program. The program targets MBA students whose career
choices require more extensive finance training and preparation
than the traditional MBA. Students completing the track receive
an MBA from Quinnipiac University. They are also prepared to sit
for Level I of the Chartered Financial Analyst®
Exam. The MBA (CFA® Track) has the same number of
credits as the new MBA program. The first twenty-two credits of
the track are the same as the MBA program. Students then take
specialized concentration courses and finance electives to
complete the forty-six credits required for the MBA.
MBA - Health Care Management
The 52 credit MBA in Healthcare Management program includes critically important business courses combined with courses providing a thorough grounding in health care administration. The program prepares students to function effectively in any area within health care. It focuses on developing important professional skills required of entry level and mid-career administrators. Students may elect to spend two semesters in a residency or consulting practicum arrangement in a health care organization.
Joint Degrees
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The following joint degrees are offered:
- Joint MBA/JD Degree
- Joint MHA/JD Degree
Master of Science in Accounting
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The Master of Science in Accounting program has its roots in
accounting and integrates the functional, personal and broad
business competencies identified by the American Institute of
Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). This program is primarily
for students who hold undergraduate accounting degrees. Those
without an accounting background may need up to two full-time
semesters of prerequisite course work.
Master of Science in Computer Information Systems
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This program is designed both for undergraduate computer
information systems majors who wish to continue their education
in this discipline, and for those who are, or desire to be,
employed in computer-related areas who wish to gain in-depth
knowledge in the field.
