Majors & Programs

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Accounting is the very language of business and opens doors to careers in almost any field. Accountants are out front advising senior leadership on financial systems and forecasts as well as interpreting and auditing financial statements. Our...

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A minor in actuarial science provides students with a strong analytical foundation that is useful in business or government settings. Multidisciplinary in nature, the minor includes classes in actuarial science, mathematics, economics, finance and...

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The American Studies minor provides a framework within which students from any major can focus their electives and integrated learning component courses on the study of American history, literature, art, music, politics, ideas, and institutions. By...

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The Master of Science in Art Education (K-12) is a 36 credit program that offers a unique opportunity for students to advance their development as artists while sharing their love of art with young people. The primary mission for this program is...

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The art education major prepares teachers to inspire young artists in a variety of environments. While developing the necessary skills to be successful in the field is central to the curriculum, the program also broadens your range of understanding...

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With a combination of studio courses and art history classes, the Department of Fine & Performing Arts offers the opportunity to explore the depth and breadth of your individual talent and calling as an artist or art historian in a dynamic and...

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The 21st century has been predicted to be the "Asian Century," with the role of Asia on the world stage becoming increasingly prominent. If you wish to assume roles of leadership in this new world, you must first understand it. The Asian studies...

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The B.S. in Autism Behavioral Studies is designed to meet the growing need for qualified, highly trained providers of autism services and treatment. This program includes a strong focus in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and behavioral techniques,...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online Providing personal or professional support to an individual that has been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) requires the understanding of innovative approaches. Now, more than ever,...

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Format Offered: Online Do you find yourself living with or providing personal or professional support to an individual that has been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? As diagnoses rise, so too does the need to understand and...

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Format Offered: Online Have you already earned a bachelor’s degree and would like to specialize your education and credentials to better support individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? Maybe you would like to advance in...

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Academic Year 2012-2013: The Special Education Department is pleased to announcement that our Autism Spectrum Disorder Program has been approved as an official Pennsylvania Department of Education endorsement.  Research from the Centers for...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online   Criminal justice majors often find themselves serving the public and their communities, an embodiment of the Jesuit ideal of service. The typical student ranges from an individual with an...

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Routed in Research, Customized for Your Career Goals The cornerstone of the graduate biology programs at Saint Joseph's University is scientific research.  These programs offers a small, hands-on learning environment and affords students the...

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The biology minor is an excellent complement to many academic disciplines, providing non-majors with a broad training in the life sciences. The minor includes the three-course biology core sequence along with upper-level courses from at least two...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online   For the adult student looking to succeed in the workplace, business savvy and grounding ethics are essential. Saint Joseph’s Haub Degree Completion Program does not simply educate students...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online With a degree in Business Administration, adult students build upon their experiences while learning the necessary skills to promote more productive business practices and processes. In today’s dynamic...

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A degree in Business Intelligence & Analytics from the Haub Degree Completion Program at Saint Joseph's University equips adult students with the practical technology skills needed to be successful in today’s business world. Business...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online    Preparing 21st Century Professionals Saint Joseph's University’s Master of Science in Business Intelligence and Analytics program prepares students to be leaders in their organizations...

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A minor in business intelligence and analytics (BIA) enhances the skill set of any academic major so that students are fundamentally better equipped to succeed in a data-intensive world. This minor is designed for people who want to distinguish...

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Advances in technology have helped organizations collect mountains of data ranging from customer preferences to trends in sales. The business intelligence and analytics certificate at Saint Joseph's trains leaders to help these organizations make...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online   By completing a Certificate in Business Administration, adult students build upon their experiences while learning the necessary skills to promote more productive business practices and processes....

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Our Certified Financial Planner™ Certificate Program has been specifically designed for students who have already earned an MBA degree, but do not have the requisite coursework to sit for the CFP exam.   Saint Joseph's...

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Everything you see, hear, smell, touch and taste involves chemistry, and every change in the observable world has its basis in the microscopic realm of atoms. Knowledge of chemistry is central to understanding disciplines as diverse as biology,...

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It is often said that to understand the present, one must first understand the past. Classical Studies majors focus their academic courses on exploring the rich history of the world's earliest cultures and languages, and in doing so, prepare...

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The BA in Communication Studies is a major in the College of Arts and Sciences for students interested in specializing in digital media studies as an area of expertise. The major helps students develop advanced skills in communications with an...

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Using Tech Skills to Build Your Career Computing and computer technology are part of just about everything that touches our lives- from the cars we drive, to the products we consume, to the way we communicate with others. Understanding different...

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In all fields, knowledge of technology is an asset. Graduates of any discipline may be assigned duties such as web site management, web building and social media marketing, or asked to manage computer systems or online design tools. A minor in...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online A Leader in Criminal Justice Education For over twenty years, the M.S. in Criminal Justice at Saint Joseph’s University has been at the forefront of education in intelligence-led policing and criminal...

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Individuals with an understanding of and appreciation for the law can make important contributions to fields outside of law enforcement. A minor in criminal justice can compliment a wide array of disciplines from the social sciences to business. For...

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Curriculum supervisors are responsible for developing, implementing and assessing curriculum and instructional models in K-12 school environments to ensure academic success and compliance with state and federal regulations. Curriculum supervisors...

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This certificate program is designed to advance your skills in the areas of cyber-physical systems, artificial intelligence, and big data analytics.  Businesses across all industry sectors are seeking technology savvy professionals who are able to...

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Data analytics is among today’s fastest-growing and highest-paid professions as organizations increasingly rely on data to drive strategic business decisions.  The Data Analytics Certificate program is designed to prepare students to apply data...

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Economics, at its core, is the relationship between growing need and limited resources. It helps us understand trade-offs, big and small: a new car or a new roof, better hospitals or better schools. Economics is at the heart of any discussion...

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Children with special needs and learning differences are being identified earlier and more accurately than ever before. Between 2010 and 2020, the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics predicts the demand for special education teachers in both...

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Each day, late elementary and middle school students face the challenges of early adolescence. On top of classwork and homework, pre-teen learners are also building their identities and trying to understand their place in social circles and...

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  Format Offered: On Campus or Online    Elementary and secondary education administrators need effective leadership skills to deal with increasingly complex and demanding education environments. Current issues such as...

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Educators shape future generations each day. Being a teacher takes more than a desire to help others learn and grow into successful adults, but also an understanding of human psychology, problem solving and having leadership skills...

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The ability to concisely communicate an idea, a problem or a story is a valuable skill in any profession. From the classroom to the boardroom, English majors are not only meticulous with each word choice, but they are able to convey critical...

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Format Offered: Online   Research from the U.S. Department of Education indicates that public school enrollment of children for whom English is a second language has increased 114 percent in Pennsylvania within the last ten years. This...

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You have chosen to major in another discipline, but you have always loved reading, analyzing and writing about literature. Or you may want to discover and nurture your own talent as a creative writer. A minor in English will help you develop the...

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The Saint Joseph’s University Marketing Department now offers a one-of-a-kind major for the student who wants to work behind-the-scenes in show business. With a degree in entertainment marketing, you can help to develop a blockbuster-advertising...

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A minor in environmental and sustainability studies will help you understand how human activities affect the natural world. As you develop an appreciation for the interdependencies of ecology, economics, society, politics and governmental regulation...

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Environmental science is the study of the interactions among the physical, chemical and biological components of the environment. The minor in environmental science provides you with the basic science needed to understand the complex, interdependent...

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As a faith-justice studies minor, you will be challenged to consider existing social beliefs and priorities in light of Gospel values and faith-based social justice traditions. This interdisciplinary, self-designed minor enables you to integrate...

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The best way to predict your future is to create it. That's the thinking behind Saint Joseph's family business and entrepreneurship (FBE) major where students learn the skills to launch their own business, contribute to an entrepreneurial venture or...

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The film studies minor is a great option for students fascinated by movies and cinema who have chosen to major in another discipline. The program values historical insight, analytical rigor, technical proficiency and creative expression within a...

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The Saint Joseph’s University Finance Department explores in great depth the current financial practices of both organizations and individuals, and prepares students to handle these practices in an ever-changing marketplace. The range of knowledge...

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The Saint Joseph’s University Finance Certificate explores current financial practices of both organizations and individuals, and prepares students to handle these practices in an ever-changing marketplace. Finance is a broad discipline that...

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The aim of this certificate is to provide the student with an understanding of several management science techniques and to provide some insight into how these tools may be used to analyze complex business problems and arrive at a rational solution...

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Similar to the finance minor, the financial planning minor helps students develop the skills to address the challenges facing investors while developing an understanding of today's financial markets. Saint Joseph's financial planning curriculum is a...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online    A Dynamic Degree, for a Dynamic Professional The Master of Science in Financial Services Program at Saint Joseph's University is designed to prepare students for success in the fast-...

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Possibly the most popular undergraduate program at Saint Joseph's, the food marketing major provides Haub School of Business (HSB) students with an in-depth study of major manufacturers, supply chains, marketing, sales and more. Graduates of food...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online    The World’s Only Food Marketing MBA Saint Joseph’s University’s Food Marketing MBA is designed for rising leaders in the food and related industries. A program with a...

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The M.S. Education with major Foreign Language Education K-12 is designed to build on the solid foundation of a student’s bachelor’s degree and competency in a foreign language. With the guidance of our expert faculty, students will study methods...

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Francophiles are everywhere. In Philadelphia, French culture abounds. From the French Second Empire architectural style of City Hall and collections of French art at the Rodin Museum, Barnes Foundation and Philadelphia Museum of Art, to the numerous...

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Gender is among the very first things we notice when engaging with new people. It's nearly impossible to separate it from our initial impressions. But beyond first impressions, gender continues to color our experiences throughout the life cycle....

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online When juggling a family and a career while pursuing an education, time is precious and flexibility is critical. The general studies major provides online, evening and accelerated classes for adult...

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Coupled with a major in the Haub School of Business or College of Arts and Sciences, a German minor adds a level of distinction to Saint Joseph's graduates. As a major player in international business, scientific research and the fine and performing...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online  Advance in a growing industry There is never a time when health care professionals are not in demand. At Saint Joseph’s University, the M.S. in health administration is structured primarily for health...

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Health care is a complex, multi-faceted industry. From practitioners to patients, policies to paperwork — administrators are an integral part of ensuring the survival of health care organizations and maintaining vital communities as a result. The...

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History majors uncover the past – its mysteries, tragedies and triumphs. With the benefit of hindsight, you will investigate how previous societies have dealt with common human concerns and evaluate the outcomes. This opportunity to delve into the...

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The humanities are the backbone of civilization; the history of where we came from, the art that inspires us, the language that allows us to communicate and the philosophies that guide our actions. They are what transform a group of human...

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Format Offered: Online   Today's students require educators who understand and know how to use technology in the classroom. Through the instructional technology specialist certification from Saint Joseph's University, you will...

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Format Offered: Online   Saint Joseph's University has the distinction of being one of the few colleges or universities in Pennsylvania to offer a program that can help you attain your instructional technology specialist certification or...

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Saint Joseph’s University’s Graduate Education Unit presents a series of instructional technology courses designed for the current and evolving needs of the “digital teacher leader.” This professional development course series is designed for...

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Ethical issues are increasingly prevalent in health care, and the workforce of the future must be prepared to face these considerations. The minor in interdisciplinary health care ethics is open to students in all majors and encourages the study of...

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With a large majority of the population aging and needing greater care, and medical advances moving at lightening speed, a career in the health care industry is a smart path. If you know you’re interested in the medical and helping professions...

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The face of business is always changing. Not only are conditions changing within our own nation’s borders, but also in other countries. For young professionals entering the workplace, a growing knowledge of foreign affairs is becoming more and...

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The face of business is always changing. For professionals, a global outlook is imperative. For marketers, what is popular in the United States is quite different from that in Spain or Japan. For financiers, working with conversions from dollars to...

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Marketing is going global at a rapid pace. This certificate presents a multi-faceted study of the concepts, methods and challenges of conducting business in international markets. The economic, political, cultural and geographical factors...

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A minor in international relations is a great choice for students interested in the world around them who like to take classes in different disciplines. In addition to learning about global affairs, international relations minors can ...

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Design, textiles, culinary industries, hospitality and tourism are central to Italy's economy. By pairing an Italian minor with a major in communications, fine and performing arts, food marketing, international relations, or international business,...

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The journalism minor (for non-English majors) provides students with a wide array of newswriting, reporting, editing and multimedia skills, and an understanding of journalism history, ethics, diversity issues and legal principles. Along with...

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Over the last half-century, the Latin American studies program has provided hundreds of students the opportunity to know and care deeply about the region, and to enjoy careers in which they share that expertise and concern with others...

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In response to the changing relationship of business to the environment and society, Saint Joseph's introduced the Leadership, Ethics, and Organizational Sustainability major in 2010. The major is designed to develop globally responsible leaders,...

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The role of language in human life is much larger than simple communication. Rather, language is used to describe our world, to interact with people from our own or other cultures, to strengthen and weaken relationships, and more. The linguistics...

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This certificate provides students with the tools, theory, and practical knowledge required to function in an international business environment.  The certificate is interdisciplinary and focuses on the U.S. business environment and on the...

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Business is about more than profit margins, innovation and bottom lines – it’s also about people. Motivated employees, whose talent is recognized, will do better work, and the Managing Human Capital program at Saint Joseph’s University helps its...

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The Marketing program at Saint Joseph’s University provides a rigorous education in the theory and practice of marketing while also creating opportunities to more thoroughly investigate a particular aspect of the field. Graduates of the program...

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The Marketing Department provides a rigorous education in the theory and practice of marketing while also creating opportunities to more thoroughly investigate a particular aspect of the field so that students can succeed and thrive in today's ever...

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The Certificate in Marketing will help enable managers to develop results-driven strategies using the latest marketing analytics and relationship building techniques. This certificate provides the opportunity to more thoroughly investigate a...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online   Earn the MBA You’ve Always Wanted Earning an advanced business degree is one of the most important career decisions you’ll ever make. At SJU, our MBA program is designed to advance your career...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online  A Grad Degree to Advance Your Career The Master of Science in Marketing program at Saint Joseph's University provides students with the tools, theory, and practical knowledge necessary for career...

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Minoring in mathematics is a great way to add technical depth to many other disciplines. Students who plan to pursue careers in business, operations research, risk analysis, computer programming and other areas benefit from a focused mathematics...

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The entertainment industry is one of the top employers in the country. The music industry minor at SJU provides a strong foundation in the theoretical and creative aspects of music, along with practical training in business, music marketing and...

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The minor in music will deepen your understanding of and appreciation for music. Saint Joseph’s music faculty members are accomplished, award-winning professionals whose goal is to provide you with an excellent, personalized education. The...

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Format Offered: Online   If you have a strong commitment to teaching, but have less than initial certification, consider the Online Accelerated Teacher Certification (OATCERT) program through Saint Joseph's University. Join...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online Lead Through Change Designed for professionals who want to lead change and achieve outstanding results in today's complex organizations, the M. S. in Organization Development and Leadership at Saint Joseph's...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online If you believe leaders are made, not born, the Organizational Development and Leadership program is a good fit for you.   Leaders, and how they interact with people, plans, policies and even...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online    More than a Concentration — a Specialized MBA The Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Marketing MBA at Saint Joseph's University is designed to accelerate your career with industry-specific...

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Format Offered: On Campus, Online or Both Gain New Insights Into the Industry Our certificate programs give you the opportunity to remain current with the latest techniques, tools, and strategies in the pharmaceutical and healthcare...

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Why philosophy? Are you interested in the most significant questions of the human experience, such as the existence of God, the standard of right and wrong, or how knowledge is possible? Do you find yourself drawn to debate and rational analysis...

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Discoveries in physics have revolutionized the world. Physicists study the properties and behavior of matter and energy in a wide variety of contexts, ranging from the submicroscopic particles from which all ordinary matter is composed (particle...

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The study of politics introduces students to the way public affairs are conducted on local, regional, national and international levels. At Saint Joseph’s, the political science major incorporates both humanistic and scientific approaches in its...

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Format Offered: On-Campus, some courses available Online   Prep for the CPA Exam Looking to take Uniform Certified Public Accountant (CPA) examination, but still need a few more credits? Eligibility requirements for the CPA exam...

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Career paths in the health sciences are seemingly endless and always in demand. The Professional and Liberal Studies department offers the Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Health Science Certificate program to assist adults who wish to enter medical school. A...

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The Pre-MBA Leadership Certificate Program at Haub School of Business is designed to help students and professionals gain a solid foundation in basic business concepts in order to prepare them for a variety of academic, professional, and...

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Saint Joseph’s University offers the M.S. in professional education to meet the diverse continuing professional development needs of teachers and other working professionals. This degree program provides a flexible curriculum focused on a student’s...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online  In nearly every profession, from health to education, knowledge of psychology is critical for long-term success. For those who are interested in understanding the human mind, who want to delve deeper...

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Become a Professional in Experimental Psychology At Saint Joseph’s University, the M.S. in Psychology offers students a general curriculum of study with an emphasis on experimental psychology. In this full-time program, you will be trained to...

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Students in any discipline benefit from the transferrable skills gained by studying psychology. As a minor, psychology offers students the benefit of understanding how people of diverse backgrounds and belief systems interact with others, as well as...

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Program Overview The M.S. Reading Specialist (PK-12) program is designed for individuals who wish to focus on expanding their skills to improve reading achievement in their school or district by serving as master teachers, coaches or...

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Opportunities for employment in the real estate sector continue to grow at a significant rate. Assessors, appraisers, sales agents and brokers with an understanding of property valuation and a background in market finance are highly sought after by...

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Risk exists in just about every area of industry. Risk management and insurance (RMI) makes business happen. This field is about adding value, mitigating risk and moving ahead. There are more jobs in risk management than people to fill them. In...

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The best way to share your passion with others is to teach it. Students at Saint Joseph’s University who major in English, mathematics, biology, Latin, Spanish, Italian, German, French, or history may add a double major in secondary education...

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The social sciences concentration within the General Studies major covers a variety of fundamental concepts, from analysis of arguments to the examination of the inner workings of the mind.   The concentration is tailored to the student...

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Understanding the thought process of an audience or market is key to making decisions in both the corporate and non-corporate worlds. Adding a minor in sociology to a major in any discipline allows students to understand the behavior and...

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News correspondents, medical professionals, educators, interpreters, media professionals, business executives, nonprofit employees and people in the social service industry can all benefit from knowing Spanish as a second language. Minoring in...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online    The M.S. in special education prepares highly qualified educators to establish effective teaching and learning environments for children with special needs in their school and community...

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Format Offered: On Campus or Online   Special education certification is designed as an add-on certification for teachers and education professionals who already hold initial teacher certification. This is a certification-only program and...

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Format Offered: Online   The M.S. Education Degree in Special Education for Teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing prepares students to meet the national need for teachers of students with hearing loss. The program prepares...

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Relatively new to SJU is its sports marketing major. For several years, sports marketing has lived as a track within the marketing major, however due to the exceedingly high quality of education and popularity of the courses, sports marketing has...

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Format Offered: Online   The Master of Science in Strategic Human Resource Management Program at Saint Joseph's University supports professionals in their aspirations to differentiate themselves from their peers with a degree that...

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Saint Joseph’s superintendent’s letter of eligibility program is designed for experienced K-12 administrators to obtain certification in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to serve as a superintendent or assistant superintendent of schools. The...

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Format Offered: Online   The Pennsylvania Department of Education, Bureau of School Leadership and Teacher Quality, has granted approval of Saint Joseph’s University’s Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing PreK-12 Certification...

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As the world becomes more interconnected, it is increasingly important to build connections through language. Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is a six-course minor that provides essential training for the challenging...

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The theatre studies minor offers students who have chosen to major in another discipline the opportunity to explore their interest in theatre. With its unique focus on analysis, creativity and organization, the minor develops skills that are...

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Theology is the methodical study of the faith traditions of a believing community. It requires a process of grappling with and critically examining expressions of faith to integrate them in the contemporary world. At Saint Joseph’s, theology majors...

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Format Offered: Online   According to the 2005 National Assessment of Educational Progress report (NAEP), millions of students in schools across the nation struggle to read every day. The online Wilson Reading System®...