Program Overview
The Professional at Duquesne University is a MBA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Professional programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 18,277 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 18,277 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Pittsburgh, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Professional programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Evidence-Based Managerial Decision Making (Statistics)
- Accounting for Managers
- Ethical Decision Making
- Managing People for Sustained Competitive Advantage
- Marketing Strategy and Models
- Applied Managerial Economics
- Financial Management
- Information Systems Management
- Value and Supply Chain Management
- Legal Issues in Business
- The Global Economy
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements
- Duquesne University Online Application
- Official Undergraduate and Graduate Degree Transcripts
Official transcripts from all previous institutions are required. If completion of the degree is in progress, submit a current transcript, followed by a final official transcript indicating degree received and date conferred upon enrollment. Preference is given to candidates with a 3.0/4.0 cumulative overall GPA or better.
- Official GMAT/GRE Scores
Preference is given to candidates with a GMAT score greater than 500 or GRE score greater than 305 (excluding the Analytical Writing score). A GMAT/GRE waiver for qualified candidates is available (see the GMAT/GRE Waiver Policy below).
- Two Professional References
Two professional references from former professors or supervisors who can evaluate your potential for graduate study are required.
- Personal Essays
A personal statement in response to essay prompts specific to each program of study is required.
- Professional Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
A resume or CV including contact information, educational degrees and certificates, and employment and volunteer experience is required. Professional experience is preferred, particularly in the MBA programs; however, many candidates pursue an MBA immediately following undergraduate studies.
- Additional Prerequisite Requirements for Master of Science in Accountancy (MAcc) Candidates
In addition to the above requirements, candidates for the MAcc program must have completed 18 credits in accounting before entering the program. Specifically, 3 credit hours in each of the following:
- Financial Accounting
- Managerial Accounting
- Intermediate Accounting I
- Intermediate Accounting II
- Cost Accounting
- Auditing
- Additional Requirements for International Candidates
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 18,277 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 18,277 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 18,277 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 18,277 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Duquesne University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Duquesne University
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, United States
Duquesne University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months