Quinnipiac University

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• Master’s Degree Programs

  • MBA Chartered Financial Analyst Track

    The Chartered Financial Analyst® track within the MBA program targets students whose career choices require more extensive finance training and preparation than the traditional MBA.

    The Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) charter is the designation of professional excellence within the global investment community. This track requires the same number of credits as the master of business administration degree but offers more finance training. The curriculum emphasizes knowledge necessary to work in asset valuation or portfolio management.

    Students who complete this track receive a master of business administration degree and graduate prepared to sit for the first (Level I) of three exams offered by CFA Institute. Students must pass the institute's Level I, Level II and Level III exams and meet all eligibility requirements to become a CFA® charter holder.

    The CFA charter is the designation of professional excellence within the global investment community. CFA Institute does not endorse, promote or warrant the accuracy or quality of Quinnipiac University. CFA® and Chartered Financial Analyst® are registered trademarks owned by CFA Institute.

  • MBA Supply Chain Management Track

    The MBA-SCM is a specialized track within the MBA program. The field of supply chain management is experiencing significant growth in the number of opportunities for individuals who combine the right education, skills and perspective. Supply chain management is a truly interdisciplinary field that requires skills in logistics and analytics with global awareness and team building. Manufacturing, distribution, retail and even banking all need to manage their supply chain efficiently and effectively in a global environment that is characterized by competition and change. Leadership opportunities and compensation packages are among the most competitive across industries

    Organizations all around the world are looking for skilled professionals in the field of supply chain management to keep things running efficiently and effectively, even in a changing, fast-paced environment. The supply chain management field has experienced significant growth in recent years, creating new opportunities specifically for graduates with specialized MBA degrees.

    As a supply chain manager, you'll be expected to spot complications and generate effective solutions to move your organization's corporate strategy forward. Quinnipiac University's online MBA supply chain management track helps you build those skills and prepares you for a highly rewarding professional career in purchasing, operations, transportation, logistics, supply chain management or other similar fields.

    CURRICULUM

    When you pursue the MBA supply chain management track, you'll earn the same number of credits as Quinnipiac University's traditional MBA program. The first 34 credits of the track are the MBA core requirements. You can then take specialized courses that focus on supply chain management to complete the 46 credits you need to earn your MBA.

  • Master of Business Administration

    The School of Business' master of business administration (MBA) program is designed for both working adults and full-time students.

    The MBA program provides individuals with a broad professional education and acquaints them with the theories, principles and strategies needed for successful careers in business. Revamped in 2014, the curriculum is fully reflective of the contemporary and dynamic domain of business practice. The focus of the new curriculum is explicitly placed on students developing their decisionmaking capabilities based on a foundation of core business functions and their interrelatedness. Integral parts of the curriculum include exposure to decision-making models, global business considerations, financial markets and analysis, leadership, organizational behavior and strategy.

    Graduates are action-oriented and encouraged to think critically so that they can effectively and immediately apply the competencies and skills acquired in the MBA program to their organizations. Students also have the option of developing domain knowledge through participation in one of the three tracks offered: chartered financial analyst, health care management and supply chain management. Numerous electives are available through which students may customize their experience based on their own professional and other goals.

    The MBA program can be completed on a part-time or full-time basis and is also available fully online. The program is a total of 46 credits. This includes a 28 credit core and 18 credits of electives. These flexible elective courses allow students to either focus on one area, creating a concentration within a specific discipline, or take courses across multiple business subject areas, enhancing a broad interdisciplinary perspective. 

    Electives are available in computer information systems, finance, health care management, international business, management and marketing. Online students can also take advantage of opportunities for an intensive, short term, three-credit international experience.

  • Master of Science in Accounting

    The demand for well-trained certified public accountants is greater than ever, and Quinnipiac's Master's of Science in Accounting program provides students with the appropriate coursework to meet the 150-hour education requirement for CPA certification. Our program is structured to maximize your success on the CPA exam by presenting accounting theory and facilitating development of the advanced skills necessary to meet the challenges in dynamic and complex, business, government and not-for-profit environments.

    The program courses are taught by highly experienced and qualified faculty who are dedicated to helping build a strong foundation in important areas such as public policy, corporate governance, financial analyses and global accounting practices. Internships are an important experiential component to the program, strengthening your career prospects upon graduation. You'll be able to take full advantage of our strong connections to the business world, both locally and nationally. Every year, career fairs and networking events bring representatives from the Big-4 accounting, international, regional and local firms and other potential employers from financial services, regulatory agencies, investment banks and not-for-profits.

  • Master of Science in Journalism

    What is the most popular source of news among Americans? Local television news. According to the Pew Research Center, almost three out of four U.S. adults turn to local television news broadcasts for information despite the presence of the internet on their smart phones, laptops, desktops and tablets.

    Local news broadcasts, news websites and social media applications alongside a growing number of start-ups are all spearheading a renaissance in news reporting. As the Pew Research Center pointed out, audiences are taking notice.

    Quinnipiac's MS in Journalism stands among the first in the nation to recognize the shifts in news gathering and reporting for broadcast television, multimedia reporting and audio storytelling. Our focus on broadcast/multimedia enhances that approach and prepares students for careers in local, cable and network television news, for websites with a strong visual component, and mobile news apps.

    The master of science in journalism program prepares students from all academic and professional backgrounds for careers in broadcast/multimedia news. The degree is offered through a blend of on campus and online courses.

    The program is ideal for students who want to pursue careers in television, radio and online news media with an emphasis on visual and online reporting. The program features training in the principles, tools, craft, history and ethics of contemporary journalism in the context of innovative approaches to reporting and presenting information via social media and other forms. Our goal is simple: promote knowledge, creativity and skill in service to a career described by television producer Matt Weiner as one that "smacks of adventure and intellect."

    The program prepares students for careers in local, cable and network television news, for websites with a strong visual component, and for mobile news apps. Students are challenged to develop story ideas through reasoning and observation, to analyze data and public documents, to wisely conduct interviews, to learn the technical skills to acquire and edit video and audio, and, above all, to write with discipline, poise and creative vitality. In short, this program prepares students for the daily test-of-strength that is news reporting in the 21st century regardless of the distribution platform.

    Students who successfully complete the program will be properly trained for a number of career opportunities including:

    • on-camera reporters and anchors for broadcast, cable and network television news
    • producers for broadcast, cable and network television news
    • producers for news websites and mobile apps
    • writers for broadcast, cable and network television news
    • writers for news websites and mobile apps

  • Master of Science in Public Relations

    The master of science in public relations program offers students the opportunity to pursue an advanced degree in a highly competitive and growing field. The program is designed for early- to mid-career professionals interested in advancing their careers in public relations and/or transitioning into public relations from other fields such as finance, law, healthcare, technology, human resources, journalism and marketing. The program also helps recent graduates with bachelor's degrees in public relations and other disciplines gain a competitive edge as they enter the workforce. Quinnipiac also offers undergraduate students the opportunity to apply for a combined, five-year bachelor's/master's degree program.

    Students learn the conceptual and theoretical foundations of public relations, practice how to conduct and analyze public relations research and evaluation, and hone their skills in contemporary public relations practices and techniques. The program stresses professional competence, global consciousness and professional and social responsibility.

    Graduates of the program work as public relations specialists in both the public sector and private sector with expertise and skills applicable to corporate, non-profit and government institutions.

    Reasons to consider graduate studies in public relations at Quinnipiac:

    One-year program (fast-track): Students spend nine months on campus, followed by the completion of a research thesis or professional project in the summer or subsequent terms.

    Options for full-time or part-time study: Students may take up to six years to complete the program requirements. Enrolling full-time allows the student to complete the degree in two years, or the student may enroll on a part-time basis to complete the degree in three to six years.

    Highly qualified faculty with professional experience: Most courses are taught by full-time members of the faculty, which includes internationally recognized and rising scholars who also have extensive professional experience in the field. Adjunct faculty offer special expertise in their respective practice areas.

    Professional connections: The public relations faculty have close ties to industry, offering students opportunities for networking and professional development. The School of Communications also provides students the services of a professional career counselor and internship opportunities. Learn more about graduate career development

    Curriculum: Unlike many master's degree programs, in which public relations is one of a number of concentrations in mass communications, this program focuses exclusively on professional practice in public relations. Classes reflect contemporary trends and practices and address emerging issues in the field. Through elective courses and the thesis/project option, students have the opportunity to specialize in areas such as international public relations, investor relations or healthcare public relations.

    State-of-the art facilities: The School of Communication was one of the first in the nation to go "high def." Students will study and relax in contemporary surroundings and have access to the latest technologies and research capabilities. Learn more about our facilities

  • Master of Science in Sports Journalism

    Quinnipiac's MS in Sports Journalism, with its focus on broadcast and multimedia, stands among the first in the nation to recognize the importance of linking our mission to prepare students for satisfying professional careers in the context of thoughtful approaches to coverage of sports as a global cultural phenomenon. Our overarching goal matches that of our students: insert the knowledge and passion for sports into an academic framework that combines knowledge, creativity and skills to in preparation for careers in sports journalism as practiced on television, websites and mobile apps.

    It doesn't hurt that our campus stands amid the economic cluster of sports media companies arrayed along the I-95 corridor between Boston and Florida. ESPN is just 15 miles north of our Mount Carmel Campus in Hamden, Conn; NBCSN is just 45 minutes to our south. SNY, MSG, YES, MLB TV, NBA TV and the NHL Network's U.S. studios are all a commuter train ride away.

    The programprepares students for careers in local, cable and network television news, for websites with a strong visual component, and for mobile news apps.

    Master's degree students are challenged to develop story ideas through reasoning and observation, to analyze data and public documents, to wisely conduct interviews, to learn the technical skills to acquire and edit video and audio, and, above all, to write with discipline, poise and creative vitality. In short, our program prepares students for the daily test-of-strength that is sports reporting in the 21st century regardless of the distribution platform.

    Courses and labs are offered in the Ed McMahon Mass Communications Center, the core of the School of Communications' professional all-digital broadcast production environment. The center includes a high definition studio, a 4K video editing suite, HD editing suites for single or group projects, an audio suite, and other areas designed to support both studio and remote productions. 

    Moreover, Quinnipiac competes in NCAA Division I athletics, with nationally ranked teams in men's and women's hockey. We consider our TD Bank Sports Center - where basketball, hockey, acrobatics and tumbling compete - to be a classroom. Video cameras, audio recorders, lights, and other gear required to capture interviews and events in the field are available to students through our well-stocked and expertly maintained equipment inventory.

    Students who successfully complete the program will be properly trained for a number of career opportunities including:

    • On-camera reporters and anchors for broadcast, cable and network television sports
    • Producers for broadcast, cable and network television sports
    • Producers for sports websites and mobile apps
    • Writers for broadcast, cable and network television sports
    • Writers for sports websites and mobile apps
    • Previous journalism experience is not required to apply.