The Palumbo-Donahue School of Business at Duquesne University prepares students to make a difference. Our approach to business education is based on a philosophy that responsible, ethical leadership in business creates a better society for all. The School balances its distinguished history with a focus on the future.
The Palumbo-Donahue School of Business challenges our students to reach their potential in a dynamic, intellectually exciting environment that is driven by Duquesne's century-long commitment to an ethical perspective in one's professional and personal life, and an emphasis on teaching excellence. The search for continuous improvement is a process that emphasizes an understanding of the interdisciplinary nature of business, a desire to exceed the expectations of our constituents, scholarship focusing on real business problems and creative academic-business partnerships.
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Campus and Location
Duquesne students enjoy a 50-acre, park-like campus overlooking Pittsburgh, a vibrant city, rich in culture and characterized by its rivers and hillsides, international corporations and ethnic neighborhoods. A national leader in higher education, health care, robotics, financial services and green building technology, Pittsburgh is a great place to study, live and work. The city and region provide a perfect laboratory for off-campus learning and community service. A wide variety of entertainment and recreational opportunities are just a few minutes away from campus. Over the last five years, Pittsburgh earned inclusion in over 25 national and international rankings, including Top 4 Metro for STEM Professionals (WalletHub), Best Cities in the US (National Geographic), Next Best Startup City in the US (Inc.), Top Friendliest Cities in America (Travel + Leisure), and America's Best City for Global Trade (Global Trade). These rankings reflect Pittsburgh's globally-recognized economic and cultural opportunities, which our students take advantage of on a daily basis.
Facilities
The Palumbo-Donahue School of Business faculty is comprised of world-renowned scholars and executives with decades of diverse industry experience. The faculty create and deliver a personalized learning approach, guided by advisory councils of distinguished leaders who help to keep our programs on the cutting-edge.
Contact
Chris Rouhier
Director of Graduate Admissions
Director of Graduate Admissions
Address
600 Forbes Avenue
704A Rockwell Hall
Pittsburgh, PA 15282
United States
704A Rockwell Hall
Pittsburgh, PA 15282
United States
Phone
412-396-6276
Fax
412-396-1726
Email
grad-bus@duq.edu
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Overview
From The School
An online application is available for each of the graduate business programs offered by the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business. There is no fee to apply. The MBA-Sustainable Business Practices (MBA-SBP) admits students for the summer semester. The Professional MBA (PMBA) and the MS in Management (MSM) admit students for the fall, spring and summer semesters. The MS in Accountancy (MAcc), MS in Analytics and Information Management (MS-AIM) and MS in Supply Chain Management (MSSCM) admit students in the fall semester. The Masters Certificates in Supply Chain Management (MCSCM) and Analytics in Information Management (MCAIM) admit students for the fall semester. The following components are required for admissions consideration:
Official transcripts
Resume
Essay
Two letters of Recommendations
GMAT/GRE scores (Waivers Possible)
TOEFL/IELTS scores (for international students)
Admissions interview for MBA-SBP
Applicants: 27
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Average Undergrad GPA 3.36
Years Work Experience: 3.1
Average Age: 27
Test Scores
GMAT (25th and 75th percentiles)
480 - 620
GPA
3.01 - 4.0
Deadlines
Rolling Admission Deadline
May 15
Round 1
October 15
Round 2
December 15
Round 3
February 15
Round 4
April 1
School Type And Accreditation
School Type
Private
AACSB-approved
Yes
Selectivity Rating
Academics
Academics
Overall
From the School
Degrees Offered
At Duquesne, we are in the "business of difference making." Our mission is to help students become ethical decision makers who will make a difference for their organizations and society. The Palumbo-Donahue School of Business offers a portfolio of graduate business programs to meet the needs of a diverse student population and equip emerging leaders with the knowledge and skills for career success and resilience. Our graduate programs offer a blend of rigorous coursework and relevant experiential opportunities to prepare you to become a successful business leader capable of making a difference.
MBA Programs
One-Year MBA Sustainable Business Practices
Professional MBA
Specialized Masters and Certificate Programs
MS in Accountancy
MS in Analytics and Information Management
Master's Certificate in Analytics and Information Management
MS in Management (100% online)
MS in Supply Chain Management
Master's Certificate in Supply Chain Management
Special Academic Programs
Duquesne offers GMAT/GRE waivers for qualified candidates:
- Academic Waiver for applicants to the PMBA, MBA-SBP, MS-SCM, MC-SCM, MAcc and MS-AIM, MC-AIM programs who graduated from an AACSB-accredited business school within the past 10 years and earned a 3.25 or greater cumulative GPA. Exceptions are made on a case-by case basis for those graduating with an undergraduate degree from a non-AACSB accredited program.
Applicants for all programs except those to the MAcc program who graduated in an engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited school within the past 10 years and earned a 3.25 GPA or greater cumulative GPA may qualify.
Applicants to the MSM who graduated within the past 10 years and earned a 3.25 or greater cumulative GPA in any field or discipline may also qualify.
- Professional Experience Waiver for applicants, except those to the MAcc program, who have five or more years of continuous, full-time professional work experience. Factors considered in the waiver decision include the type and substance of work experience and the academic record as indicated on official transcripts.
- Master's/Terminal Degree Waiver for applicants who have previously earned a graduate degree. Factors considered in the waiver decision include the program of study and your academic record as indicated on official transcripts.
- Executive Education Waiver for applicants who have previously completed Executive Education programs at Duquesne University. Other factors included in the waiver decision include the academic record as indicated on official transcripts.
Faculty
The Palumbo-Donahue School of Business faculty is comprised of world-renowned scholars and executives with decades of diverse industry experience. The faculty create and deliver a personalized learning approach, guided by advisory councils of distinguished leaders who help to keep our programs on the cutting-edge.
Program Types
Full-Time
Yes
Part-Time
Yes
Evening
Yes
Executive
No
Online
Yes
Faculty Information
Student/Faculty
25:1
Total Faculty
66
86.4
Full-time
34.8
Female
13.6
Part-time
12.1
Underrepresented Minorities
Students Say
Duquesne University’s Donahue School of Business is unique because of its emphasis on sustainability and business ethics. Duquesne’s award-winning, full-time, one-year MBA Sustainability is its star program, drawing students who understand sustainability is “a global business imperative.” One student in this “outstanding” program says it will “open a lot of doors as the business world continues to evolve.” Duquesne’s other MBA programs are also strong. Its professional evening MBA allows students to work and participate in various academic and professional enrichment activities. All students are required to take a foundational core of classes but can take electives or add a concentration in the following areas: Finance, Management, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management. The school also offers master ’s programs in Accounting, Information Systems Management, Management, and Sports Business, along with joint-MBA degree programs.
Duquesne is devoted to teaching and supporting ethical business practices, and all students are required to take an “Applied Business Ethics” course. The Institute for Ethics in Business promotes “business ethics, responsible financial management, and sustainability in the global marketplace,” and hosts the Distinguished Ethics Speaker Series. The “varied work backgrounds of [my fellow] students” and the presence of international students ensure everyone is exposed to global viewpoints.
Teamwork is a big part of academic life at Duquesne, where “small class sizes” allow students to work with each other on rewarding projects “that collaborate across all classes.” Professors are “enthusiastic” and “knowledgeable in their respective fields,” and bring “real-world application to the material.” They are “friendly” and “accessible,” and “show a genuine interest in the success of their students.” Students looking to enrich their academic experience or become more involved in the school can apply for a graduate assistantship. These competitive appointments employ students in one of three areas: assisting with faculty research; tutoring in accounting, economics, finance, or statistics; or working in administrative offices. Students are not eligible for these positions until they are accepted, and they must maintain a 3.5 GPA while holding them.
Concentrations
MS/MBA - Dual Degree
Specialized Masters
Accounting
Analytics and Information Management
Business Administration
Healthcare Administration
Leadership/Management
Pharmaceutical Management
Supply Chain Management
Sustainability Management
Analytics and Information Management
Business Administration
Healthcare Administration
Leadership/Management
Pharmaceutical Management
Supply Chain Management
Sustainability Management
Certificate Programs
Analytics and Information Management
Supply Chain Management
Supply Chain Management
Center for Research
Entrepeneurship
Finance
Investment Banking
Supply Chain Management
Finance
Investment Banking
Supply Chain Management
Specialities of Faculty
Academic specialties of faculty
URL
Entrepreneurship
Ethics in Business
Supply Chain Management
Professional Selling
Sustainable Business Innovation
Sustainability
Courses in Sustainability
Yes
Sustainability course is
Required
Description
https://duq.edu/academics/schools/business/graduate/mba-programs/mba-sustainable-business-practices
Our top-ranked program, One-Year MBA-Sustainable Business Practices program will provides students with a transformational experience in just one year. Experiential learning opportunities throughout the program encourage students to challenge assumptions and conventional thinking. Students will:
-Learn how to integrate sustainability in all dimensions of business from top-ranked faculty
-Develop innovative solutions for organizations with hands-on consulting projects that consider the 'triple bottom line' (i.e., Social, Environmental and Financial impact of decisions)
-Gain a global perspective on sustainability with an international study trip
Advance career with career resources that will set you up for success
Research Opportunities in Sustainability
Yes
Description
Several fellowships are offered to students to engage in sustainability research with faculty:
*Sustainability Fellowships are awarded to work on research and publication projects with faculty;
*Eugene P. Beard Sustainability Fellowships are awarded to work on groundbreaking research related to the ethical management of financial, social, environmental and informational resources;
*Small Business Development Fellowships are available to support Duquesne's efforts to advance sustainability practices with small and start-up businesses in the region;
*Coverdell Peace Corps Fellowships are offered to returned Peace Corps Volunteers to work on a self-designed local initiative that serves the Peace Corps' "third goal"
https://duq.edu/academics/schools/business/graduate/admissions-and-events/financial-awards-and-scholarships/mba-programs
School's environmental commitment 1:
Duquesne University's One-Year MBA Sustainable Business Practices emphasizes management of financial, social, environmental and informational capital for prosperity today, without compromising tomorrow. This one-year MBA, earned with a concentration in sustainable business practices, integrates rigorous coursework in all business disciplines with global best practices in sustainability.
School's environmental commitment 2:
Practical, problem-solving consulting engagements anchor the One-Year MBA- SBP curriculum and serve as proving ground for applying cutting-edge tools and classroom learning to solve contemporary sustainability challenges. From analyzing carbon footprints and greenhouse gas emissions to designing zero waste initiatives and marketing plans for environmentally friendly products, MBA students make an immediate financial impact for multinational, regional and not-for-profit clients while minimizing environmental risks and impacts. One-Year MBA students also have a mandatory full immersion study trip that includes interface with academic and corporate partners abroad to learn first-hand about best practices, government policies and challenges in environmental sustainability through field work in international cultures.
School's environmental commitment 3:
Duquesne was among the first 100 signatories of the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME), a United Nations global compact to develop ?future generators of sustainable value.? Our One-Year MBA is fully aligned with all six principles, and our professional and Master of Science programs incorporate the values of global social and environmental responsibility into curricula, research, case studies and activities.
Careers
Careers
Career Overview
From The School
During the MBA programs, students develop the skills necessary to be savvy leaders, focused on delivering a positive impact to companies. As students' progress through the program, they focus their career search on specific industries and functions that appeal to their strengths and talents.
Through the Center for Career Development, our faculty, and other dedicated resources such as ICF certified career coaches, students are assisted in devising a strategy to find career opportunities that fit their goals. The guidance provided by faculty and staff at Duquesne will offer a supportive atmosphere to maximize the career search process. Students also have access to Handshake and on-campus opportunities through job fairs, networking events, and company visits. The Center for Career Development can help assist with resume development, mock interviewing, and networking. The success of our alumni combined with Duquesne's strong reputation provides students with access to a network of business leaders both in Pittsburgh and internationally. In addition, multi-national companies have strong connections to the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business and frequently seek out talent.
Accepted employment by 3 months after graduation
60%
Finding Jobs & Internships
Source Of Full-Time Job Acceptances
85%
Graduate Facilitated
15%
School Facilitiated
Graduates Employed by Area of Practice
30%
Other
20%
Marketing
15%
General Management
10%
Operations/Logistics
10%
Consulting
5%
Finance/Accounting
5%
Human Resources
5%
Information Technology
Graduates Employed by Region
70%
Mid-Atlantic
15%
Midwest
5%
International
5%
Northeast
5%
South
Students Say
The Donahue School of Business does not have its own student career office, so students use the University’s Career Services Center, which serves the rest of the school. The center hosts career fairs, networking events, and on-campus interviews for students at all levels. It also provides resume help and career counseling. However, some students would like to see “better alumni networking and career services for graduate students.”
Duquesne’s “excellent reputation” means it is able to attract a wide range of companies to its events. Employers who recently visited campus include Allegheny Technologies, Alcoa, Bank of New York Mellon, Deloitte, PNC Bank, PricewaterhouseCoopers, T. Rowe Price, US Steel, Westinghouse.
Job Function
| Job Function | % of Grads Seeking Employment Who Accept Jobs w/in 3 Months |
Median Salary | Mean Salary | Low Base Salary | High Base Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other | 30% | ||||
| Marketing / Sales | 20% | $45,000 | $57,500 | $35,000 | $105,000 |
| General Management | 15% | ||||
| Consulting | 10% | ||||
| Operations / Logistics | 10% | $50,000 | $47,300 | $40,000 | $52,000 |
| Finance / Accounting | 5% | ||||
| Human Resources | 5% | ||||
| Information Technology | 5% |
Industries
| Industries | % of Grads Seeking Employment Who Accept Jobs w/in 3 Months |
Median Salary | Mean Salary | Low Base Salary | High Base Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-profit | 25% | ||||
| Financial Services | 20% | $66,000 | $78,333 | $64,000 | $105,000 |
| Consulting | 15% | $70,000 | $70,000 | $70,000 | $70,000 |
| Pharmaceutical / Biotechnology / Healthcare | 15% | $51,000 | $51,000 | $50,000 | $52,000 |
| Manufacturing | 10% | ||||
| Media / Entertainment | 5% | ||||
| Petroleum / Energy | 5% |
Prominent Alumni
Nicholas J. DeIuliis
President, CONSOL Energy Inc.
Stephan Schenk
EVP & Head of Shared Services, Toronto Dominion
R. Anne Herman
VP, Global Operational Excellence & Chief Customer Officer, MSA
Steve Costabile
Managing Director & Global Head of Private Funds Group, PineBridge Investments
M. Beth Straka
Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications & Investor Relations, WEC Energy Group
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Overview
From The School
For the 2019-20 academic year, tuition for the full-time, one-year MBA SBP program is $17,545 per semester. The PMBA and MAcc programs are billed on a per credit basis at $1,310 per credit. Students in these programs may also qualify for a 25% tuition award, which lowers the cost to $983 per credit. The MS and MC in Analytics and Information Management, MS and MC in Supply Chain Management, and online MSM programs are billed at $972 per credit.
Financial Aid
Full-time MBA Sustainable Business Practices students are considered for merit scholarships, research fellowships and graduate assistantships based on the strength of application materials. Please visit the website for details on financial awards for the MBA-SBP. A limited number of graduate assistantships, which provide up to 9 credits of tuition remission each semester, are available on a merit basis to high potential students in the Professional MBA, MBA-SBP, MS-SCM, MAcc, MS-AIM programs who take the equivalent of a full-time course load 6 or more credits). A competitive undergraduate GPA and/or GMAT or GRE score is required to be considered for a research fellowship or graduate assistantship. For more information about financing your graduate education, visit duq.edu/graduate-financing.
Dates
Application Deadlines
May 1
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Aid Package
$15,356
Average Scholarship / Grant Aid Package
$15,356
Students Receiving Some Form Of Aid
100%
All Students Receiving Scholarships / Grants
100%
New Students Receiving Some Form Of Aid
100%
New Students Receiving Scholarships / Grants
100%
Tuition Full-Time (per year)
Tuition (In-State)
$52,635
Tuition (Out-State)
$52,635
Fees (In-State)
$0
Fees (Out-State)
$0
Tuition Part-Time (per credit hour)
Tuition (In-State)
$1,310
Tuition (Out-State)
$1,310
Fees (In-State)
$0
Fees (Out-State)
$0
Student Body
Student Body
Student Body Profile
Total Full-Time Enrollment
15
Part Time
74%
In State
67.0%
Out of State
33.0%
Foreign Countries Represented
3
Demographics
20.00%
Underrepresented Minorities
13.00%
International
67% female
33% male
Campus Life
From The School
Graduate business students at the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business attain a first-rate education and build close relationships with professors and classmates. Our gold status rated Net Impact chapter includes a community of students and professionals that are creating positive social and environmental change in the workplace and world. The mission of our chapter is to inspire, educate, and equip individuals to use the power of business to create a more socially and environmentally sustainable world. Students are presented with opportunities to participate in case competitions, which provide an excellent opportunity to hone analytical and presentation skills, while competing against students from other top programs. Students can also become involved in the Duquesne Business Society or as a student ambassador. The Palumbo-Donahue School of Business also has a Beta Alpha Psi chapter, the premier national honorary accounting fraternity. The fraternity sponsors professional growth and development programs as well as community and University service activities. For an insider's look at the MBA Sustainable Business Practices program, visit the student blog.
Students Say
“The greatest strengths of Duquesne are the students,” who are “enthusiastic, innova- tive, hard working, competitive and very smart.” One student described his peers as “young professionals” who want to take their careers “to the next level.”
Many students commute and work part- or full-time, which means classes are filled with people with “interesting and diverse” professional experience. “I appreciate the varied work backgrounds of my fellow students,” one student says. “It helps to provide insight to other industries and fields.”
Despite its large commuter population, the school still manages to provide a “close-knit community” and a “personal” educational experience. One commuter says that even students who live off campus feel like they live on campus because they’re “constantly in the buildings.” Students love Duquesne’s location in downtown Pittsburgh, which makes the school “convenient for working professionals” and puts students in “close proximity to downtown Pittsburgh’s business and professional climate.” The school is also “close to some of the most popular entertainment districts” of Pittsburgh “as well as within a five-mile radius of four other colleges,” so there are lots of opportunities for socializing and meeting people.
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% of Classrooms with Internet Access
100%
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
Internet Access for All Students
Yes
