Academics
At Quinnipiac University, located in Hamden, Connecticut, a conventional MBA is offered along with options to specialize in Healthcare Management and Supply Chain Management. Students may also choose to pursue a CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) certification. Quinnipiac also offers Internet classes to help students achieve these goals, as well as full online MBA program. The school of business is comprised of part-time professionals, as well as full-time students pursuing a joint BA/MBA or a joint BS/MBA. Part-time students can choose from evening classes or accelerated online courses, while the full-time program offers classes in the afternoons and evenings.
Students choose Quinnipiac because it’s “strong in finance and accounting.” It has an “excellent reputation,” “hybrid MBA” program, and a “good teacher-student ratio.” Students enjoy the small class sizes, claiming “the professors know all their students.” Small class sizes translate into a “more personalized” educational experience. “Professors are very visible and very willing to help. They really invest their time in the students and understand the real-life issues (work, family obligations, etc.) that we face.” Professors also bring “real-world experience” into the classroom, and “the courses keep up with current trends.” Professors are “smart,” “challenging,” and “available.” Students are often given group assignments, which culminate in a presentation. “This prepares you for presentations in the real world, as well as building your skills to work with others.” Students emphasize the “practical” education they receive. Professors also take the time to “speak with students about their particular fields.” Most agree they’ve had a “great experience” with Quinnipiac faculty.
The “classroom facilities are some of the best I’ve seen.” The program has “high-tech equipment for presentations, a Financial Technology Center for real-time trading, and HD video monitors that constantly keep us up-to-date on current news.” One student admits the facilities are what made Quinnipiac a top choice. “The administration has a solid strategy of how to make Quinnipiac a major university with many opportunities.
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