Quinnipiac University

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.

The School of Business

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

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

The following joint degrees are offered:

• Joint MBA/JD Degree
• Joint MHA/JD Degree

Master of Science in Accounting

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

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.

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