The Pennsylvania Institute of Technology continues to help students find success in their careers with the launch of two new business degrees.

The Media school is offering two new degrees starting in April of 2023, including its first-ever Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.

Six new certificates will also be available that reflect current career trends in business administration.

A.S. in Business Administration

Students can now earn an Associate in Science (A.S) in Business Administration.

With an Associate of Science degree, students become proficient in key business administration skills, such as business management, marketing, macroeconomics, accounting and finance, law, team building and conflict resolution, operations management, and more.

This degree will allow a student to either enter the workforce or continue on to PIT’s new Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.

This versatile curriculum helps students establish a well-rounded skillset that can serve as a solid foundation on which to build a business career. It’s up to the student to decide how they choose to apply this practical knowledge in the business world.

Bachelor of Science

The new Bachelor of Science in Business Administration is a flexible, career-oriented degree that allows students to pursue an A.S. in Business Administration as part of the bachelor degree curriculum, and to add stackable certificates to enhance professional development and workforce readiness/career advancement. 

The degree program consists of a general education core, a business core, and stand-alone stackable certificates in Supply Chain and Operations Management,  paired with Applied Project Management; Digital Marketing paired with Innovation and Entrepreneurship. 

A fifth concentration, Healthcare Administration, allows students to complete a business administration degree program that has a healthcare emphasis—expanding their employability into the healthcare industry.

The goal of this program is to provide committed learners with a quality, collegiate, and career-enhancing education in a supportive environment that promotes personal growth and prepares graduates for successful careers.

IACBE Member

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology is an Educational Member of the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE).

An Educational Member of the IACBE is an academic business unit that has met the IACBE’s requirements for membership and has affirmed its commitment to excellence in business education.

Find out more about Educational Membership and the IACBE

Supply Chain and Operations Management Certificate

This certificate is targeted to persons in transportation, storage, and distribution, or as logisticians.  

Supply chain and operations professionals manage the flow of goods, services, and information both within and across organizations, ensuring that products get made, services are provided, and customers are satisfied. 

 This certificate program focuses on sustainability, efficient use of resources, project management, and managing risk.  Potential job growth is 14 percent through 2026.

Applied Project Management Certificate

This certificate is targeted at students/employees who wish to acquire the tools and skills to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close projects.

 Examples of career areas include management analysts, project management specialists, and logisticians. 

Program topics include design thinking, project quality management, and project time management.  Potential job growth is 7-8 percent through 2026.

Digital Marketing Certificate

This certificate is designed for students and employees seeking to develop skills in the digital marketing arena.  

Digital marketing refers to the use of digital channels to market products and services to reach consumers.

This type of marketing involves the use of websites, mobile devices, social media, search engines, and other similar channels. 

Potential career paths include market research analysts and market specialists, marketing managers, web developers, and interface designers.   Projected job growth is 7-8 percent through 2026.

Innovation and Entrepreneurship Certificate

This certificate is targeted to the student who wishes to pursue a career leading and managing change and growth.

The courses in the certificate program teach you essential skills and effective strategies for leading innovation in organizations – and for starting new ones.  

Typical occupations include business operations specialists, general and operations managers, project management specialists, and entrepreneurs.  Projected job growth is 25 percent through 2026.

Healthcare Administration Certificate

This certificate is targeted to students and current employees within the healthcare system who wish to pursue a career in the administrative side of healthcare. 

 Topics include law and ethics, finance, healthcare informatics, and healthcare management.   Projected job growth is 15 percent through 2026.

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