Business Programs

Business Programs Overview

Students come to Chatham to study business because of our small, dynamic classes, one-on-one advising by expert faculty, robust networks, and hands-on, open-door approach. Our MBA programs are designed for working adults and offer options, depending on which concentration you choose, whether you choose to study on-campus or online, or whether you wish to pair your MBA with a graduate degree in food studies or in sustainability.

Degrees Offered

MBA
MAFS + MBA
MSUS + MBA

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Business Administration (MBA)

With a Chatham MBA, you can build your dream career while balancing your life and school with flexible and convenient courses. You also benefit from affordable tuition and employer discounts and gain access to relevant courses and concentrations that will grow your skills and knowledge. Within one year of full-time study, you will gain mastery in strategic planning, business analytics, entrepreneurship, leadership, global marketing, effective communication, and more.

Dual-degree Master of Arts in Food Studies (MAFS) + MBA

Chatham’s dual-degree MAFS+MBA program leverages the strengths of our Master of Arts in Food Studies and Master of Business Administration programs to create a curriculum that develops business acumen in aspects of food systems. Graduates gain knowledge in key areas, such as product development, supply chains, agricultural practices, labor, and sustainability, while engaging in hands-on project management and experiential learning.

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Dual-degree Master of Sustainability (MSUS) + MBA

Students in Chatham’s dual-degree Master of Sustainability + MBA program develop sustainability leadership in business management. The MSUS + MBA positions graduates for leadership positions in sustainability across all sectors, including business, government, and NGOs. The program includes foundational coursework in business and sustainability as well as advanced work in various aspects of sustainability.

MBA Program Faculty

MBA faculty bring their real-world experience to augment students' understanding of concepts and practices, preparing students to adapt their learning to complex scenarios. Areas of expertise include law; taxation; information systems; industrial/organizational psychology; finance and administration; and more.

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Employer Discount Program

A 20% tuition discount is available for full-time employees and members of organizations who have partnered with Chatham University. And if your organization hasn't partnered with Chatham yet, it's easy to get them added to the list.

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Credit Where Credit is Due

Qualified MBA students can save time and money by earning graduate credits through credit transfer, the Prior Learning Assessment (PLA), or test out of the college-level pre-requisites through College-Level Examination Program (CLEP). Intent to pursue PLA or CLEP must be declared prior to enrollment.

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Center for Women's Entrepreneurship

The Center for Women's Entrepreneurship at Chatham University creates economic opportunities for people of all genders through entrepreneurial education and training, mentoring, and networking. Many events are open to students, and there are other ways for students to participate, too.

Alumni Careers

Alumni have worked at institutions including BNY Mellon; PNC; Oracle; Giant Eagle; Mylan; Knopp Biosciences LLC, Pittsburgh; MSA-The Safety Company; MAYA Design; RAND Corporation; Smith & Nephew, Hamburg, Germany; Microbac Laboratories, Inc., Pittsburgh, PA; The Citizens Savings Bank; Portland General Electric, Portland, OR; the University of Pittsburgh.

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Read Our Blog

Chatham’s Department of Business & Data Science blog serves to inform current and potential students, faculty, alumni, and friends of the department. It covers recent events, highlights extraordinary students, and introduces new professors and courses that are of interest to our readers.

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