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Developing Ethical Leaders for Lifelong Success
Today more than ever the business world is in need of ethical leaders who are able to adapt to and succeed in a global environment. At the Charles F. Dolan School of Business, we echo this need in our Jesuit mission and vision of educating women and men for others.
A broad perspective on society and the proper role of business, based on an appropriate set of ethical values, are emphasized. In consultation with faculty, students follow an approved curriculum that reflects the depth and breadth of modern business practices. We invite you to learn more about our nationally ranked graduate degree programs, specialized certificate programs, and accelerated BS to MS degree programs.
Graduate Degree Programs
Fairfield University's Charles F. Dolan School of Business offers seven graduate degree programs. Each program offers instruction from experienced faculty who will help you achieve your career endeavors by providing a better understanding of the larger ethical, practical, and global contexts of the workplace.
Graduate Certificate Programs

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
(Accounting) | The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Accounting is for working professionals or lifelong learners who have earned a bachelor's degree but seek to enhance a resume, improve skills, prepare for a job change, or continue to learn in a field they did not major in at college.

Graduate Business Certificates
Fairfield University's Dolan School of Business offers certificate programs to advance your career. Whether you're a working professional or part-time student, we offer specialized programs to enhance your resume, teach you news skills, further your competency in a specific field or prepare you for a change in your career.

Post Graduate Degree Certificates
The 15-credit post graduate degree certificate program is designed to provide a complete integration between the theory and practice of contemporary business. The C.A.S. programs are suitable for working professionals who have already earned a graduate degree, but whose responsibilities are currently or are expected to be in a particular specialty and desire greater depth of academic preparation in that subject area, or for individuals outside of the area who desire to understand multifunctional thinking in order to compete effectively in the marketplace.
Accelerated BS to MS Degree Programs
BS to MBA Program
Fairfield Dolan offers a BS to MBA program that allows students to obtain both a bachelor’s degree and an MBA in just five years, rather than the six or more years normally required. The BS/MBA program is ideal for candidates who wish to complete the MBA early in their business careers.
A minimum of 150 credits is required to receive both degrees. 120 of the 150 credits are completed at the undergraduate level. At the graduate level, students earn a minimum of 30 credits.
BS to MS Programs
BS/MS programs allow students to complete both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years. Fairfield Dolan master’s degrees include:
A minimum of 150 credits is required to receive both degrees. 120 of the 150 credits are completed at the undergraduate level. At the graduate level, students earn a minimum of 30 credits.
For more information please contact Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs, Leanne De Los Santos.
Fairfield University undergraduate students interested in a BS/MS program should reapply to the graduate program they are interested in during the first semester of their senior year. The following is required:
- Online graduate application
- A personal statement of interest in, and qualifications for, a BS/MS program
- Two letters of recommendation
- A GPA of at least 3.0
- A GMAT score of at least 500
- Fairfield Dolan undergraduates who have a 3.25 cumulative GPA and 3.25 major GPA will be qualify for a GMAT waiver
- The GMAT is not required for the Master of Science in Management and Master of Science in Marketing Analytics and Strategy program