Our accelerated dual-degree program leading to a BS and an MBA prepares you to meet the challenges of today’s global business world. The undergraduate component complements your career ambitions and prepares you for the in-depth, graduate-level work you’ll do in the fourth year, when you’ll build a strong foundation in areas such as organizational behavior and financial analysis.
Even though the program is accelerated, you’ll still receive the same quality education you would get in a traditional 6-year track, plus we offer the flexibility to shape your experience in a way that reflects your goals and interests, whether they relate to the health care industry, engineering or the nonprofit sector. The curriculum is a blend of on-campus classes and online courses during the summer, with an emphasis on collaborative work that hones essential leadership, critical thinking and presentation skills.
We’ve created a unique support system for this program. You have the option of living with fellow program members your first year, and the dedicated program director is always available for guidance with course selections and experiential learning opportunities. There are both undergraduate and graduate opportunities to study overseas, with immersion trips through the School of Business, and seminar trips and courses in countries such as China, France, Germany and Peru.
The median inflation-adjusted base salary among 2021 graduates of MBA programs was $115,000, according to the Graduate Management Admission Council, and these recent MBA grads were better compensated than all of their predecessors.
Our accelerated dual-degree (3+1) program enables you to earn your undergraduate and graduate degrees in the most efficient and economical way possible, positioning you for success in a competitive landscape. This approach to earning your degrees improves on traditional higher education models by focusing on rigorous, interdisciplinary and experiential learning.
The benefits include:
Save time and money: You’ll complete your degrees sooner, save on tuition costs and enter the workforce at least one year earlier, with a graduate degree.
Competitive career positioning: Your graduate degree will give you an advantage in a competitive landscape.
Scholarships: Your scholarships are available throughout your master’s degree program.*
Dynamic living experience: You’ll have access to a Living-Learning Community cohort housing opportunity, including a dedicated resident assistant.
Dedicated guidance: You’ll be partnered with the director of the program within the school who will also be your academic adviser.
Experiential learning: You’ll have access to special programming and networking opportunities for program students.
Course overload fees are waived during the Fall and Spring semesters for students in accelerated dual-degree programs up to 19 credits per term (or up to 20 credits per term for up to two semesters for students engaging in a study abroad program). Summer and/or January term courses may be required to earn the accelerated graduate degree and are also offered at no cost to students in accelerated dual-degree programs.**
*This only applies to the one graduate program associated with your chosen dual-degree.
**Not to exceed a seven-credit limit per Summer (Summer 1 and Summer 2 combined) or a three-credit limit per January term in which you enroll in courses. Any additional credits in a Summer or January term will have associated credit hour costs. Please see the tuition and fee schedule on the webpage for specific costs per program.
Accelerated dual-degree students, like all students, are required to live on campus for their first three years of enrollment.
The Quinnipiac School of Business is accredited by AACSB International — the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, placing it in the top 5% of business schools worldwide.
Preparing to navigate the complexities of a modern, globalized business landscape requires stepping outside of the classroom and exploring professional environments.
Regardless of your major, you’ll have opportunities to intern with companies in a variety of industries. Not only will you develop hands-on experience, you can earn up to 6 academic credits for your achievement.
Below is a sample of internship opportunities our students have accepted.
Our undergraduate admissions counselors are here to answer any questions you may have and help you navigate the application process.