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Graduate Programs


  • Accounting

    Welcome to North Jersey's only program with both business and accounting accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

    Our alumni have found success as executives at large multinational corporations, partners in major CPA firms, and managing partners or officers in private firms.

    Our program combines a strong core curriculum with electives that let you chart your own path, and we keep it streamlined to just 45 credits. We also welcome both full- and part-time students, and offer small and flexible classes to accommodate your schedule. 

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  • Accounting (M.S.A.C.)

    Accounting professionals have a vast number of career paths and industries to choose from, which means our graduates enjoy high employment rates and job security.

    Geared toward graduates without a bachelor's degree in accounting, Seton Hall's program prepares you for a successful career and satisfies the educational credits required to sit for the CPA exam in New Jersey, New York and most other states.

    Many of the biggest firms and best-known agencies turn to our program for recruiting at on-campus events, including our annual "Meet the Firms Night."

    Full-time students can complete their coursework in just 12 months; part-time students typically finish our program in two years.

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  • Applied Behavior Analysis

    M.A., Applied Behavior Analysis is designed to produce highly educated and experienced professionals in the field of applied behavior analysis (ABA). This program is designed to reflect a scientist/practitioner model of instruction. Graduates of the program will be eligible to sit for the Board Certification Examination to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst ® (BACB®) ultimately working with a variety of client populations including children and adults with autism, developmental disabilities, learning challenges, and other behavior disorders.

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  • Applied Physics and Engineering

    The M.S. in Applied Physics and Engineering program prepares students with the education and professional skills to be essential societal contributors in the 21st century science, technology, engineering and mathematics workforce.

    Through a carefully crafted curriculum, the program is designed to meet the demands of the modern industry for young researchers – basic knowledge of advanced applied physics blended with engineering fields such as nanoscience and quantum engineering; renewal energy research; condensed matter physics; material science and more.

    The program emphasizes an interdisciplinary experience through challenging coursework that blends a rigorous physics core curriculum with engineering disciplines.

    Upon completion of required courses, students select a research concentration in one of the following areas:

    • Applied Physics (Biophysics and Physics of Living Systems, Condensed Matter Physics, Environmental and Renewal Energy Physics, and Plasma Physics)
    • Engineering Physics (Plasma Engineering, Nanoscience / Quantum Computing and Information Sciences, Device Engineering, and Bioengineering)
    • Materials Science and Engineering

    Graduates of the program become more desirable candidates for commercial research and development roles, positions in government and industry laboratories, or applicants for doctoral programs in physics and allied science/engineering fields.

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  • Athletic Training

    As specialists in sports medicine, athletic trainers prevent, evaluate and intervene when athletes face injuries or other medical conditions. Our career-oriented Master of Science in Athletic Training (M.S.A.T) degree program is the state's first entry-level master's program with accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education. Through interdisciplinary education, hands-on clinical experiences and intensive research opportunities, our students learn to focus on the unique needs of each patient.

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  • B.A., Art / M.A., Museum Professions

    The 5-year B.A./M.A. in in Museum Professions allows Seton Hall University undergraduate students to take graduate courses during their junior and senior years. Students are admitted into the dual degree program at the end of their sophomore year and can have any undergraduate major from within the College of Communication and the Arts, as long as they complete four undergraduate courses in art history before they receive their B.A. degree.

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  • B.A., Communication / M.A., Communication

    The 5-year B.A./M.A. in Communication program complements all undergraduate programs and is designed for students looking for a career in marketing, journalism, human relations and beyond. Starting in their junior year, students complete four graduate courses and can earn both their degrees within five years. Students in the five-year program save more than 25 percent of the full graduate tuition and are prepared with a strong foundation and skill set to enter the fast-growing industry upon graduation.

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  • Biology

    Whether you’re drawn to research, academia, teaching or business, this master’s degree has a track to get you there. Far from a one-size-fits-all model, our program prepares students for the careers they want while at the same time training them in basic research and teaching. Choose from numerous degree options, including a neuroscience track, a Ph.D.-focused preparation or a minor in business administration. To further serve our students, evening and weekend classes are available.

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  • Business Analytics

    From health and science to retail and finance, big data is driving and changing every aspect of our world today — especially in business. Advanced technology now allows companies to gather and store massive amounts of data more easily than ever before. But businesses are all facing the same dilemma: how to harness that data once they have it.

    All over the globe, companies are searching for leaders who can use data to solve problems strategically and make effective business decisions. Our M.B.A. in Business Analytics prepares you to do exactly that. Offering equally solid foundations in both business processes and data analytics, our program develops managers and executives whose skills will be in high demand. Graduates are as comfortable communicating with managers as they are with quantitative analysts. And we keep the entire program, offered on campus and online, streamlined to just 40 credits.

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  • Business Analytics

    From health and science to retail and finance, big data is driving and changing every aspect of our world today — especially in business. Advanced technology now allows companies to gather and store massive amounts of data more easily than ever before. But businesses are all facing the same dilemma: how to harness that data once they have it. All over the globe, companies are searching for leaders who can use data to solve problems strategically and make effective business decisions. Our M.S. in Business Analytics program prepares you to do exactly that. Offering equally solid foundations in both business processes and data analytics, our program develops managers and executives whose skills will be in high demand immediately and well into the future. 

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  • Chemistry

    Seton Hall is a state-of-the-art research and teaching center, strongly committed to scientific discovery — just stop into McNulty Hall ($35 million went into updating its facilities) and see for yourself. Our doctoral students rave about the innovative facilities where they learn from some of chemistry’s brightest minds and work beside them in cutting-edge research programs. The research opportunities extend to our neighbors, too. The department is committed to collaborative research with other institutions, particularly the chemical industry in northern New Jersey.

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  • Chemistry

    When students enter McNulty Hall — home of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry — the message is clear: Seton Hall is a state-of-the-art research and teaching center, strongly committed to scientific discovery. Students appreciate our innovative facilities — including flexible labs — while learning from some of chemistry’s brightest minds. We offer four options for this degree, each tailored to different career or research goals. Whether you’re planning to pursue a life in the research, teaching, or the business side of chemistry, we can help you get there.

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  • College Student Personnel Affairs

    The Master of Arts in Education (M.A.E.) in Higher Education and Student Affairs with a concentration in College Student Personnel Affairs, is committed to preparing practitioners for positions in student affairs administration at the post-secondary level. The program offers a balance of classroom-based academic learning and field-based experiential learning opportunities.

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  • Communication

    The M.A. in Communication program offers students academically challenging courses that provide insight and practical strategies to succeed in the rapidly changing world. The program offers three specific tracks of study: Digital Communication and Communication Technologies, Communication in Organizations, and Public Relations.

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  • Counseling Psychology

    The overarching goal of the Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, offered through Seton Hall University's College of Education and Human Services, is to prepare counseling psychologists in the scientist-practitioner model to assume roles as responsible, competent members of the professional psychological community with an understanding of both the value of research and applied practice. The program is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA) through its Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation (750 First Street NE, Washington, D.C. 20002-4242; Phone: 202-336-5979) since October 22, 1999.

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  • Data Science

    Students in the online M.S. Data Science program, with its strong focus on computer science, statistics and applied mathematics, will graduate with the knowledge and competencies required to become data science and analytics professionals.

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  • Diaconal Formation

    Since the restoration of the permanent diaconate to the hierarchy of sacred orders by the Second Vatican Council (1962-65), growth in the diaconate has surged in the United States and worldwide. In 2010, the Center was established to focus on the increasing intellectual formation needs of the permanent diaconate, by providing Christ-centered academic programs to prepare students to be heralds of the Gospel and servants and leaders of the New Evangelization.

    Our unique and innovative Center addresses the intellectual norms set forth in the National Directory for the Formation, Ministry, and Life of Permanent Deacons in the United States by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, preparing men for leadership roles as ordained ministers in their local parishes, diocese institutions and the Universal Church. Students acquire the knowledge and skills to carry out the deacon's ministry of word, liturgy and charity.  

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  • Digital Media

    The Digital Media area of study prepares students for communication changes and challenges by understanding what media is and how to use it.

    Digital Media courses focus on unique experiences and blend communication theory with real-world practice ensuring your success in a rapidly changing world.

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  • Diplomacy and International Relations

    The M.A. in Diplomacy and International Relations encourages students to evolve from consumers of information to producers of knowledge who contribute to a variety of fields. Our customizable program builds essential skills and helps students prepare to have a positive on the world. On-campus/hybrid; 2 years FT

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  • Divinity

    The Master of Divinity program is the main professional degree program preparing men for ministry in the Roman Catholic Church, primarily through ordination to the priesthood.

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  • Doctor of Nursing Practice (Online)

    Open to both post-M.S.N. and post-B.S.N. students, this practice-focused doctoral degree program prepares nurses to lead and provide care at the highest level of their discipline.

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  • Education Leadership, Management and Policy

    A nationally recognized, CAEP accredited, two-year graduate program geared toward working professionals interested in becoming educational administrators such as principals or department supervisors.

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  • Education Leadership, Management and Policy

    The Executive Master of Arts in Education (M.A.E.) program and the Education Specialist (Ed.S.) program in Education Leadership, Management and Policy program are ideal for working professionals who wish to pursue the following specialty areas in educational administration: School Superintendent, School Principal, Supervisor, Director, Special Educational Leader, Charter School Leader, Bi-Lingual Education Leader, and Catholic School Leader. This accelerated, 39-credit, blended program is offered through a cost-effective and convenient schedule providing weekend on-campus and online course offerings.

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  • Education Leadership, Management and Policy for Law Enforcement Professionals

    The Educational Specialist (EdS) degree for law enforcement is designed for law enforcement and public sector executives, who having completed the Master of Arts required preparation beyond the master's degree in specific areas of management and leadership. The curriculum of this degree permits these students to acquire the necessary skills to be prepared for positions of leadership and responsibility in their respective agencies. The design of each course enables these students to attend classroom instruction and participate in structured exercises focusing on the practical application of leadership, management, and policy theories.

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  • Education Research, Assessment & Program Evaluation

    The Ph.D. in Higher Education Leadership, Management and Policy offers a concentration in Education Research, Assessment, and Program Evaluation. This concentration is intended to meet the burgeoning demands for professional staff and leaders in educational organizations focused on data-driven decision making, program evaluation, assessment and testing, and teacher or faculty pedagogical development.

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  • English

    Seton Hall students pursing graduate degrees in English are as passionate and unique as the work they study. While they all share a love of language and a commitment to the written word, they pursue it in different forms: literature, writing or creative writing. We have a degree “spoke” for each, sprouting from a “hub” curriculum that covers research, literature and criticism. Students from this program continue on to Ph.D. and M.F.A. programs, teaching, and professional writing careers.

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  • Experimental Psychology

    Whether you’re planning to pursue a Ph.D. program or looking to enter a research-intensive job right away, this master’s program will help get you there. We train students in the scientific methods of psychology, so you’ll be ready to work in either academic or applied settings — from lab assistants and science writers to college instructors and academic researchers. We offer concentrations in Behavioral Neuroscience, Cognitive Neuroscience, and Behavioral Sciences — all with a thesis. In addition, we offer concentrations in Data Visualization and Analysis and Psychological Science without a thesis. Whichever you choose, you’ll find individualized research training and mentoring, state-of-the-art facilities, and outstanding faculty with a wide range of expertise.

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  • Finance

    In this concentration, you'll build the theoretical foundations and gain the hands-on experience you need to excel in the financial services industry. In fact, many of our students go on to pass all three CFA-level examinations.

    We emphasize experiential learning, so you can bring new concepts directly from the classroom to your workplace. As a result of this broad preparation, our alumni are spread across many big-name firms and companies such as Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan, Johnson & Johnson and Prudential.

    And we keep the entire program streamlined to just 42 credits. 

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Financial Technology and Analytics

The M.S. in Financial Technology and Analytics (MFTA) program prepares students for careers in the emerging and rapidly growing area of financial technology and analytics. The MFTA degree provides an interdisciplinary experience across finance, data analytics, and data sciences in response to this near-ubiquitous and growing demand for financial-analytic skills blended with technology.

The program offers both on-line and in-person courses.

With its flexible curriculum that nimbly responds to changes in labor market demands, graduating students will possess the technological and analytical skills that meet these demands.

The three-fold learning objective underlies the program, as follows:

  • Enhance technical expertise: The program is designed to increase knowledge in financial technology, including programming languages, data analytics, machine learning, and blockchain technology;
  • Analyze financial data: The program aims to inform students on the analysis of time series and cross-sectional financial data, including the identification of trends, patterns, and insights – what the data reveal and conceal; and
  • Design financial products that provide innovative solutions: The program endeavors to advance the ability of students to create financial products that drive efficiency gains and cyber-security protection through digitalization and digital transformation.

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  • General Administration

    The Master of Arts in Education (M.A.E.) in Higher Education and Student Affairs with a concentration in General Administration, introduces students to theory, research, policy, and practice related to higher education administration. Students interested in this track will be prepared for positions in financial management, alumni affairs, fundraising, accreditation, enrollment management, athletics administration, and institutional research.

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  • Health Sciences

    Our interdisciplinary program helps healthcare professionals become high-level advanced practitioners, researchers, managers and educators - and Seton Hall is one of only two schools in New Jersey to offer the health sciences doctorate. Whether your ultimate goals are in the classroom, the clinic or as a researcher, the Seton Hall Ph.D. in Health Sciences program offers a relevant specialization track.

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  • Healthcare Administration

    This 15-credit certificate program allows you to explore a career in healthcare management and gain professional skills that will help you stand above the rest in your chosen profession.

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  • Healthcare Administration

    Offered both online and on-campus, our CAHME-accredited Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program prepares students for a leadership role in today's rapidly changing and complex healthcare industry. The MHA is the essential foundation professionals need to lead the next generation of healthcare systems and facilities. Our students represent many diverse areas of the health industry, including hospitals, healthcare systems, assisted-living facilities, insurance organizations, pharmaceutical companies, and many other healthcare institutions.

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  • Higher Education and Student Affairs

    The Masters in Higher Education and Student Affairs, with a concentration in College Student Personnel Affairs, is committed to preparing practitioners for positions in student affairs administration at the post-secondary level. The program offers a balance of classroom-based academic learning and field-based experiential learning opportunities.

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  • Higher Education Leadership, Management and Policy

    The Ed.D. in Higher Education Leadership, Management and Policy is designed to equip practitioners with a variety of theoretical and research-based administrative and supervisory skills for potential and practicing administrators in higher education institutions as well as state Department of Education settings. The program focuses on training informed leaders through the utilization of scholarly research and theoretical models, which are applied to experiential situations. Study track options: Management and Administration; College Teaching.

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  • Higher Education Leadership, Management and Policy

    The Ph.D. in Higher Education Leadership, Management and Policy is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of the interrelated societal and organizational dimensions of higher education, in preparation for senior administrative, policy development and management posts in colleges and universities, as well as government agencies and foundations, or for careers in teaching and research. The program offers the opportunity to focus in areas, such as administration and education policy, international and comparative higher education, organizational culture and change, and the academic profession.

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  • History

    Considering a career in education, law, business or library science? Planning to pursue a doctorate? There’s one degree that can prepare you for any of the above — and many other careers, too: history. Our program offers four concentrations (U.S., European, Global or Catholic history), allowing students to follow their individual interests. Students work alongside professors to conduct original historical research and engage in significant historical debates and fields of study. This four-semester program is designed for completion in two years, but part-time study is also available.

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  • Information Technology Management

    From hacked emails to global cyber attacks, IT issues often make headlines—and they're of great concern to businesses, too.

    This concentration prepares students to become strong managers and leaders in IT. Our graduates work in high-profile organizations—Bank of America, CIT and Prudential—in positions such as business analyst, consultant, software development specialist and network administrator.

    Our program combines a strong core curriculum with electives that let you map your own path, and we keep the whole thing streamlined to just 42 credits. We welcome both full- and part-time students, and we offer small and flexible classes to accommodate your schedule. 

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  • Instructional Design and Technology

    The online M.A.E. in Instructional Design and Technology provides students with opportunities to explore a wide range of emerging technologies, gaining technical competencies, and applying technology-enhanced instructional design experiences in their field of study. The program emphasizes a theoretical base for instructional design and exposure to a broad array of the most current instructional methods, strategies, technologies, and materials. Seton Hall University is a recognized leader in the use of variety of modern, techniques and digital technologies for teaching and learning. Courses are offered online, traditional classroom, blended, and at off-campus locations.

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  • International Affairs

    The Online Executive M.S. in International Affairs is a program for professionals seeking the skills and credentials necessary to move ahead in their careers. Students choose a functional and/or region specialty and take ten courses focusing on policy analysis, negotiation, conflict management, and professional writing. Online; 1 year as FT/ requires 7 years of work experience

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  • International Affairs

    The Executive M.S., International Affairs program is for professionals with seven years of work experience. Apply to complete your master’s degree in an accelerated, ten-course sequence. On-campus/hybrid; 1-year FT

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  • International Affairs and Diplomatic Practice

    The Online Executive Master of Science in International Affairs and Diplomatic Practice (M.S.) is designed for mid-career professionals who seek to develop additional skills or credentials to move ahead in their careers. Practitioners will explore contemporary diplomacy against the changing nature of world politics and investigate the complexities of relationships between different countries. 

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  • International Business

    The world is changing rapidly, and business is no exception. With this concentration, you'll have the global and cross-cultural knowledge you need to excel.

    Our program combines a strong core curriculum with electives that let you map your own path, and we keep the whole thing streamlined to just 42 credits. We welcome both full- and part-time students, and we offer small and flexible classes to accommodate your schedule.

    On top of a hands-on classroom education, we also offer study abroad opportunities; through our "Doing Business In" series, students have traveled to China, Ireland, India, Peru, Egypt and other countries. There, they experience the culture while learning about business from corporate representatives.

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  • J.D./M.A., Law and Diplomacy

    The School of Diplomacy and Seton Hall School of Law offer a joint degree program leading to the degrees of Master of Arts in Diplomacy and International Relations and Juris Doctor. On-campus; 3.5-4 years (JD-portion FT only)

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  • Jewish-Christian Studies

    Since 1975, this program has taught students the history, theology, ethics and scriptures of the Jewish and Christian faiths. Students develop a critical awareness of the relationship between Jews and Christians — and learn to address complex religious, ethical and social issues to promote justice and peace. Graduates are prepared for doctoral biblical and religious studies, or for any facet of interreligious and multicultural relations, dialogue and diplomatic encounters — from teaching to ecumenical administration to seminary. This degree offers both a thesis and a non-thesis option.

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  • Joint M.Div./M.A. Option

    In the course of complying with the Academic Program for Priesthood Candidates, a student meets all requirements for the M.Div. degree. Because there are "surplus" credits in the Academic Program for Priesthood Candidates beyond what is applied toward the M.Div., a student may apply these additional credits toward the M.A. in Theology, either in the research or general format.

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  • K-12 School Administration

    The Executive Ed.D. program provides an accelerated doctoral degree exclusively for certified and practicing K-12 school administrators. Students, who have come from 30 states and seven foreign countries, are part of a cohort team and are afforded opportunities for professional sharing and cooperative activity. In support of a fast-start on the dissertation, each student is assigned to a full-time staff member who serves as adviser/mentor immediately.

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  • K-12 School Administration

    The Ed.D. in K-12 School Administration is designed to provide administrative and supervisory skills for potential and practicing administrators in K-12 education. The program of study focuses on training informed leaders through the utilization of scholarly research and theoretical models, which are applied to experiential situations.

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  • K-12 Supervisor

    Designed to enable teachers/educators to efficiently access the coursework needed to meet the New Jersey State Department of Education, taught by highly regarded faculty with great insight into the theory and practice of supervision and curriculum.

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  • Law Enforcement Executive Leadership Program

    Offering qualified law enforcement officers, criminal justice professionals and government employees at the federal, state, county, and municipal levels and members of the Armed Services the opportunity to earn a Master of Arts degree in Law Enforcement Executive Leadership.

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  • M.A., Asian Studies / M.A., Diplomacy and International Relations

    This dual degree program with the College of Arts and Sciences provides a solid understanding of East Asian history, language and culture along with professional competency in international relations. On-campus/hybrid; 2.5-3 years FT

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  • M.A., Communication / M.A., Diplomacy and International Relations

    This joint degree program with the College of Communication and the Arts prepares professionals to meet the challenges of corporate and public communication in an increasingly complex global environment. On-campus/hybrid; 2.5-3 years FT

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  • M.B.A. / M.A., Diplomacy and International Relations

    Students earn a dual degree from both the School of Diplomacy and the Stillman School of Business. This program provides a unique combination of detailed business training and a thorough understanding of international policy issues. On-campus/hybrid; 2.5-3 years FT

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  • M.P.A. / M.A., Diplomacy and International Relations

    In collaboration with the College of Arts and Sciences, this dual degree program equips professionals to respond to the challenges of public sector administration in a global environment. The program can be completed in 60 credits. On-campus/hybrid; 2.5-3 years FT

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  • Management

    From hands-on experience to theoretical foundations, the management concentration prepares you to lead with confidence and success. Students are able to develop skills in areas such as negotiation, entrepreneurship and innovation.

    Our program combines a strong core curriculum with electives that let you map your own path, and we keep the program streamlined to just 42 credits. We welcome both full- and part-time students and offer small and flexible classes to accommodate your schedule.

    Thanks to that broad preparation, our management students have gone on to work at TD Bank, Axa Financial, and Life Integra, to name just a few. What's more, the department is home to the nation's No. 1 business leadership program.

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  • Marketing

    Marketing tops many lists of the best-paying and most in-demand careers, and it's no wonder—marketing pros are responsible for much of a business's reputation and commercial success.

    Our program prepares you to become a marketing leader, and also provides a comprehensive general business education. We blend a strong core curriculum with electives that let you map your own path, and we keep the whole thing streamlined to just 42 credits.

    Named a Princeton Review Best Business School, we welcome both full- and part-time students, and offer small and flexible classes to accommodate your schedule.

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  • Microbiology

    Seton Hall invested $35 million into renovating McNulty Hall — home of the Biological Sciences department — for one clear reason: Seton Hall is a state-of-the-art research and teaching center, strongly committed to scientific discovery. Inside this innovative center, you’ll prepare for a career in academia or the biotechnology industry or to enter a Ph.D. program. Choose from a laboratory experience–based program (with research thesis) or a coursework-oriented degree (with library thesis). Evening and weekend classes are available to accommodate both full-time and part-time students.

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  • Molecular Bioscience

    With a strong foundation in both research and teaching, this program focuses on advanced training in modern life science disciplines, including: genetics, cell and developmental biology, biochemistry, microbiology, physiology, pharmacology, molecular ecology and immunology. Our training approach — coursework, research and collaborative interaction — builds students’ intellectual abilities and prepares them for research careers in academia, industry and government. Both full-time and part-time study options are available for this degree.

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  • Museum Professions

    The M.A. in Museum Professions program prepares students for professional careers in museums and other cultural institutions through challenging coursework and concrete experience, melding the theoretical with the practical. Informed by the guidelines of the American Association of Museums and the International Council of Museums, the program curriculum aims at developing skills in such areas as professional museum work, research, technology, leadership, creative problem solving and advocacy.

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  • Nursing Administration and Executive Nurse Leadership (Online)

    The master’s in Nursing Administration and Executive Nurse Leadership program is designed to prepare nurse leaders to lead and assume roles which drive key business administrative and clinical decisions as well as formulate healthcare policy.

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  • Occupational Therapy

    Occupational therapists (OTs) help their clients regain lost abilities, develop new skills and live life to the fullest. That work can take many forms — from serving children with development disabilities, to helping a patient relearn daily tasks after a stroke, to working with people who have physical and mental disabilities. The Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (M.S.O.T) degree program prepares students to become competent general practitioners through a three-step curriculum.

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  • Organizational Communication

    The M.A. in Communication program offers students academically challenging courses that provide insight and practical strategies to succeed in the rapidly changing world. The Organizational Communication area of study prepares students for a seat at the management table. 

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  • Pastoral Ministry

    The M.A. in Pastoral Ministry program equips students with the theological foundation and specialized training to answer Christ's call to serve in the Church today. For those who are currently working in pastoral ministry or are discerning the call to such service, the program provides a course of studies that infuses the students' desire to serve with the spiritual tools necessary to grow deeper in their faith. 

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  • Peace Corps Coverdell Fellows Program

    The Paul D. Coverdell Fellows Program is a graduate fellowship program that offers financial assistance to returned Peace Corps Volunteers. All Fellows complete internships in underserved American communities while completing their Master’s degree in Diplomacy and International Relations, allowing them to bring home, and expand upon, the skills they learned as Volunteers.

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  • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (Online)

    Our 100% online M.S.N., Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program prepares nurses to provide a range of healthcare services that promote wellness, prevent illness and manage health and illness needs of children from birth to early adulthood.

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  • Ph.D. in Nursing

    Our research-centered doctoral degree program prepares nurses for a lifetime of intellectual inquiry, creative scholarship and independent or collaborative research. In this campus-based program, classes meet in the late afternoon or evening and students can pursue this degree through full- or part-time study.

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  • Physical Therapy

    Seton Hall's comprehensive Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) program prepares students to practice safely and ethically - and to treat patients who face a multitude of conditions. We educate students through a combination of rigorous academics and clinical experience.

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  • Physician Assistant

    Physician assistants (PAs) practice with doctors across all medical disciplines. You’ll find them in nearly any specialty you can think of: surgery, internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics/gynecology, emergency medicine and psychiatry. As a graduate of the Master of Science in Physician Assistant (M.S.P.A.) program, you'll be ready for a rewarding medical career — and ready to excel in any area you choose to pursue.

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  • Population Focused Nursing Practice (Online)

    The College of Nursing offers an innovative post-baccalaureate certificate in Population Focused Nursing Practice. Nurses with knowledge, skills, and expertise in Population Health are in very high demand in all types of health care settings today to provide evidence-based care and design specific nursing interventions that serve diverse populations.

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  • Practice Management for Health Professionals

    Learn how to manage a health practice. Patient engagement, new organizational structures, MACRA and other value-based strategies in healthcare are creating a need for profound change. Learn the latest techniques and models for superior practice management outcomes through this 15-credit Graduate Certificate in Practice Management for Health Professionals.

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  • Pre-licensure Master’s Program: Clinical Nurse Leader

    The Clinical Nurse Leader (C.N.L.) program is an on-campus, fast track program for non-nurses with bachelor’s degrees to receive their M.S.N. and become advanced nurse generalists. Students learn to communicate and coordinate care across a range of settings, to integrate evidence-based practice and to solve problems with critical thinking. The program takes two years or six semesters to complete. Graduates are prepared to provide direct care and manage outcomes in any setting.

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  • Pre-Theology Program

    The Pre-Theology Program is designed to prepare students for full-time study in Theology towards a Master of Divinity. Those who do not have sufficient preparation in Philosophy and Theology are required to go through this program.  

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  • Priestly Formation

    Formation concerns the continuing conversion of heart, mind and soul in a man that will enable him to carry on an effective ministry, in service of God and His people, in the ordained priesthood of Jesus Christ.  

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  • Professional Accounting (M.S.P.A.)

    Advance your accounting skills in North Jersey's only program with both business and accounting accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. This program is designed for accounting majors looking to satisfy the 150-credit educational requirement to sit for the CPA exam in New Jersey, New York and most other states. It's also well-suited for accountants who are looking to update their skills and increase their knowledge of the profession.

    Our graduates land at some of the largest and most prestigious organizations after graduation: Ernst & Young, KPMG, Deloitte, Prudential, New York Life and the NBA.

    Developed with top-level specialists as a practical graduate accounting education, this program can be completed in approximately one year of evening-only classes.

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  • Professional Communication and Digital Media Arts

    The accelerated M.S. in Professional Communication and Digital Media Arts program is designed for students interested in advancing personal and professional skills in communication, digital media and design. The program emphasizes learner individuality through the exploration of projects and topics unique to each student while participating in emergent experiences with a cohort of energetic colleagues seeking to build a network of professionals in various communication fields.

     

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  • Professional Counseling

    The M.A. in Counseling/Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Professional Counseling prepares students to promote optimal human development and empower clients to solve personal, interpersonal, career and other mental health problems, using a wellness model to diagnose, counsel and implement treatment for these clients.

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  • Professional Counseling (Online)

    This 60-credit, Master's and Education Specialist program has been developed for students who desire to prepare for a career as a professional mental health counselor. This degree provides students with skills and models of intervention grounded in theory.

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  • Psychological Studies

    The M.A. in Psychological Studies provides students with a program grounded in basic theory and methods of psychology, and introduces students to the many diverse fields of psychology. The M.A. in Psychological Studies is a 36-credit program, with 24 degree requirement credits and 12 credits within one of the following concentration areas:

    • Marriage and Family Therapy
    • School Psychology
    • Sports and Exercise Psychology
    • Individualized (Student and adviser select courses to meet student's goals).

    After completion of the degree, students may apply to advanced programs (Ed.S. or doctoral degree) at the specialist level to meet state licensure and certification requirements.

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  • Public Administration

    This program prepares students for leadership roles in a variety of public service settings — from executive director of a homeless shelter, to program director for an NGO fighting AIDS in Africa, to business manager of a local municipality, to chief of staff for a U.S. Senator. We are dedicated to helping each student find the career that fits him or her best and we pride ourselves on bringing academic theory into practice. Course schedules are convenient for working students, and the program is offered year-round — including summers and weekends.

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  • Public Relations

    The Master of Arts in Communication’s Public Relations area of study prepares students for a seat at the management table in agency and in-house settings. Our graduates become associates, managers, and vice presidents at agencies such as RF Binder, Verisk Analytics, and BCW Global and specialists and managers at organizations such as the Archdiocese of Newark, Stripe, and LIXIL.

    The Public Relations area of study focuses on unique experiences and blends communication and PR theory with real-world practice. This approach ensures student success in a rapidly changing world.

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  • R.N. to M.S.N. Degree Bridge (Online)

    The R.N. to M.S.N. Degree Bridge provides registered nurses (R.N.s) who have an Associate in Science (A.S.) or Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in nursing AND a non-nursing baccalaureate degree, with an option to pursue a Master’s degree in Nursing (M.S.N.).

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  • School Counseling

    The M.A. in School Counseling prepares school counselors to maximize the potential of all students through comprehensive developmental school counseling programs, and develops skills as competent school counselors and effective consultants, collaborators, advocates and leaders in an ever-changing global society. The program of study meets the credentialing requirements set by the NJ Department of Education. Further, the program works to follow the standards set forth by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) and the National Board of Certified Counselors.

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  • School Counseling (Online)

    Our program prepares school counselors to maximize the potential of all students through comprehensive developmental school counseling programs, and develops skills as competent school counselors and effective consultants, collaborators, advocates and leaders in an ever-changing global society.

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  • School Psychology

    The School Psychology M.A./Ed.S. program provides students with professional and academic training to address the individual, contextual, and systemic needs of children and adolescents as well as those who nurture and support them. The National Association of School Psychologists Domains of School Psychology Training and Practice also guides the students' professional development and practicum/internship experiences.

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  • Social Work

    The Seton Hall University master’s degree in social work is a unique opportunity. For students without a bachelor’s degree in social work, the program is two years long, with the first year consisting of on-campus coursework. Students with a degree in social work go straight into the second year of the program — the Advanced Standing year — which consists of online courses and on-site fieldwork in the community.

    Our students finish this program ready to make a difference. They are prepared to work with individuals, families or groups in a variety of advanced-practice settings — including behavioral health, substance abuse, healthcare and forensic practice. With fieldwork and theoretical components, this program is open to both full- and part-time students.

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  • Special Education

    The MA in Special Education offers a series of study tracks to further new and practicing teachers’ knowledge and skills in support of students with special needs. Today’s classrooms serve a broad range of learners and dual certification in general and special education provides the rich, research-based best practices needed to support all student learning.

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  • Speech Language Pathology

    Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) help everyone from infants to aging adults overcome communication disorders. Through their work in schools and hospitals, SLPs can provide acute care for neurological disorders, improve patients’ articulation, language, fluency, voice as well as aid in recovery from cleft palates, feeding disorders or autism spectrum diagnoses. Accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, the Seton Hall Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (M.S.S.L.P.) program blends clinical, research, classroom and service experiences.

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  • Sport Management

    Looking to launch or advance a career in the $350 billion sport industry? This concentration will prepare you for leadership positions in sport management/sport marketing firms, licensing and apparel marketing, or radio and television programming.

    Unlike hospitality/tourism or kinesiology/physical education programs, our sport management concentration pairs with an M.B.A. degree—a distinct advantage. Our broad-based program combines a strong core curriculum with electives that let you map your own path, and we keep the whole thing streamlined to just 43 credits.

    Our alumni can be found in any number of prestigious sport organizations: the Yankees, Madison Square Garden, the NBA, the Mets, and many others. 

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  • Supply Chain Management

    Through this program, you'll become an expert in both the analytic and the technical methods you need to optimize supply chain systems. 

    You'll learn about the process of transferring raw materials into finished goods, and the links between manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, retailers, and vendors—all crucial parts of the business process. 

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  • Theology

    The M.A. in Theology degree offers students the rich heritage of Catholic Church teaching, providing them with an extensive academic foundation in specific theological disciplines. For those interested in pursuing doctoral studies, the program offers the option of a research track that requires a major thesis, language proficiency and a comprehensive exam. For those who do not wish to pursue further graduate studies, the program offers the option of a general track consisting of coursework that provides a substantial and comprehensive overview of the Catholic faith. 

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  • Theology - For Permanent Diaconate Candidates

    The online M.A. in Theology degree for permanent diaconate candidates prepares students to be heralds of the Gospel and to take on leadership roles as ordained ministers in their local parishes, diocese institutions and the Universal Church. It offers an educational and formational experience that addresses the intellectual norms established in the National Directory for the Formation, Ministry and Life of Permanent Deacons in the United States by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. All courses meet industry quality standards, and our degree is fully accredited by the Association of Theological Schools.

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Undergraduate Certificates


  • Business

    Open to non-business majors, students are exposed to the language of business. Major concepts in accounting, marketing, finance and management provide a head start in the business world. These courses provide solid preparation for entering the job market and starting a career after graduation. Open to students at Seton Hall University and other regionally accredited colleges. 

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  • Business Analytics

    Business analytics is defined as the combination of skills, technologies, applications and processes used by organizations to gain insight into their business based on data and statistics to drive business planning. As technology continues to facilitate organizations to measure, collect and retain more data, companies are challenged to make sense out of it. Business analytics provides a set analytical tools that answers such problems. While statistics and operations research have long been used to allow businesses to make objective decisions, business analytics uses these tools, plus others like pattern detection to find meaning in the data. It is no exaggeration to state that every business of moderate size is either using analytics or will have to in order to stay competitive. 

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  • Catholic Studies

    The Certificate in Catholic Studies has been designed for those who want to explore Catholicism's rich intellectual, spiritual, moral and cultural traditions and living heritage.

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  • Digital Humanities and Data Studies

    The Certificate in Digital Humanities and Data Studies offers an engaging, meaningful way to articulate individual interests in the humanities and social sciences with practical digital toolsets. This is a combination of skills that is particularly appealing to employers and vital to lifelong learners. Upon successful completion of the certificate, students will 1. understand how advances in computer processing led to the development of the digital humanities and data studies in fields traditionally thought of as part of the arts and sciences; 2. consider the major issues in the digital humanities and data studies today; 3. understand the theoretical and structural principles underlying digital projects. These include information design and retrieval, user design, and information structures; and 4.  experience working collaboratively on real-world projects.

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  • Entrepreneurship

    Students learn about the overall entrepreneurial process and acquire the skills and tools they need to succeed from the launch of a new business to successful growth of that business.

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  • Gerontology

    The multidisciplinary certificate program in gerontology is a concentration of studies designed for those who wish to understand and advance the quality of life of older persons.

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  • Global Affairs

    The challenges of today’s world transcend national boundaries and require international cooperation. Knowledge of international affairs will only continue to grow in value, across all disciplines. Current Seton Hall undergraduate degree seeking students, with majors and minors other than Diplomacy, can prepare themselves by securing an additional academic credential through the Certificate in Global Affairs program.

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  • Information Technologies

    The undergraduate Certificate in Information Technologies is designed for students who want to achieve a greater level of experience, skills, and knowledge in emerging technologies applicable to any field of study. Technical proficiency in areas such as web design, computer graphics and animation, multimedia development, Web 2.0 skills, wikis, blogs, podcasting, digital storytelling, Microsoft business applications, using the web for advanced research, developing instructional and training materials, instructional design, and legal and ethical issues in technology are among the 21st century skills offered in this certificate program.

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  • Information Technology Management (ITM)

    (For both Business and Non-Business Majors)

    The Certificate in Information Technology Management is a four-course (12-credit) sequence that consists of BITM 2701, BITM 3727 and two BITM elective courses. A student who wishes to earn the Certificate in ITM should consult with the Department Chair or Adviser for the Department of Computing and Decision Sciences to ensure that the two BITM elective courses selected are in line with the student's academic/career objectives.

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  • Leadership Development

    Leadership Development is the undergraduate honors program for the Stillman School of Business and is only open to students admitted to the Stillman School.

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  • Market Research

    The undergraduate Certificate in Market Research is made up of a total of 12 credits (four three-credit courses). The certificate prepares students for careers in marketing or market research that focus on the collection, analysis and implementation of market research insights/data to make better business decisions. The different roles of qualitative and quantitative research are explored through a mix of projects incorporating the Market Research Center at the Stillman School of Business.

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  • Pastoral Music Ministry

    Offered jointly by the College of Arts and Sciences' Catholic Studies Program and the College of Communication and the Arts’ Music Program, this certificate, appeals to those seeking to deepen their knowledge of the riches of the Catholic intellectual tradition.

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  • Russian and East European Studies

    The College of Arts and Sciences offers an undergraduate certificate program on Russia and East Europe, a broad multidisciplinary course of study leading to a certificate of proficiency in Russian and East European studies.

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  • Social Work Policy and Justice

    This certificate is for students interested in further understanding the set of factors that contribute to a broad range of disparities (or inequities) and the challenges that exist when managing, planning and policymaking among diverse populations. 

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  • Supply Chain Management (SCM)

    The Supply Chain Certificate program targets students who can contribute to various parts of the supply chain by means of specializations obtained during their higher education. The certificate provides a practical understanding of the principles of supply chain management and helps students develop an understanding of both analytic and technical methods which can be applied to optimize these systems.

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Professional Development


  • Certified Financial Planner (CFP®)

    The CFP® Professional Certificate Program at Seton Hall University was developed with working professionals in mind. As a CFP Board Registered Program, we provide comprehensive instruction with an emphasis on quality client service; all completed within a 10-month period.

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  • Cybersecurity

    The Undergraduate Cybersecurity Certificate provides essential skills and knowledge in Cybersecurity which are in demand in a variety of career tracks from areas such as Business, Computer Science, Information Technology, Diplomacy, Political Science, Psychology and Mathematics.

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  • Cybersecurity

    The Professional Certificate in Cybersecurity Program provides an opportunity to advance your career prospects in areas that interact with computer and information systems.

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  • Introduction to Critical Care Ultrasonography

    This is an introductory ultrasound course that will introduce the learner to use ultrasonographical examination to detect cardiac, pulmonary, vascular, and abdominal abnormalities. The course consists of a didactic presentation of the theory of ultrasonography and a hands-on experience in performing ultrasonographical examination techniques on standardized patients.

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  • Leadership and Professional Development

    The Leadership and Professional Development Certificate Programs provide participants with essential skills and strategies that are not only needed to become successful professionals, but to become successful leaders.

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  • Social Media

    Social media channels and strategies are always evolving, making it hard to keep up with the latest changes and features. To help demystify social media, Seton Hall is offering two new online programs focused on skill-building in social media. 

    The Foundation Course in Social Media is for true social media beginners interested in navigating top-tier social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Our Advanced-Skills Course is designed for managers and strategists who are already engaged with these popular platforms.

    Both courses are led by Associate Professor Dan Ladik, who teaches social media marketing at the Stillman School of Business. He will be joined by guest instructors in the advanced program. Students who complete either program successfully will be eligible for a University Certificate in Social Media.

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  • Strategic Influencing Series

    One of the key components of leadership is having the ability to affect outcomes. Whether negotiating a fee structure for a new project, managing client expectations, recruiting employees, or partnering with colleagues, leaders need to build trust, gain support, and systematically influence results. But how does the process work? And how can influencing be applied strategically in different situations?

    Lee E. Miller, an accomplished trainer in the field of leadership, influencing and negotiating, heads a series of fall workshops on Strategic Influencing. The program takes place at Seton Hall University's South Orange campus.

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  • The Concussion Recognition and Management course

    The School of Health and Medical Science, together with Seton Hall's Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies, is offering a 5-part, online continuing education course on Concussion Recognition and Management.

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  • United Nations Studies

    The certificate in UN Studies deepens students’ understanding of how this vital arena for international diplomacy operates, and the promise and limits of multinational cooperation. On-campus/NYC/hybrid; 1-year FT

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