Welcome to Manhattanville College! Our graduate programs are founded on the intellectual strength and historical commitment to liberal arts education and combine them with the cutting-edge professional development you need to expand your career. Choose from a wide variety of masters degree and certification programs from our School of Education, where you will have the opportunity to work closely with one of our eight Professional Development Schools, which are part of our signature community outreach program, the Changing Suburbs Institute®. Or live our mission through our new Ed.D. in Educational Leadership.

If you're looking for a graduate program that balances your needs and works with your life, isn't it time you came to Manhattanville?

Here are a few reasons to attend Graduate school at Manhattanville.

• Networking Opportunities – high quality students and fully engaged faculty provide opportunities for valuable connections.

• Career Advancement - Whether you're ready to make a career change, or if you're looking to advance in your current position, Manhattanville has the right program for you.

• Increased earning potential- Bureau of Labor statistics for 2010 show a significant drop in unemployment rates as the level of education increases.

• Career Placement- Manhattanville's individualized approach and hands on career advice is invaluable as you navigate your career.

• Practical and real world application- our programs balance the theoretical and practical giving our students every advantage

• Relationship with faculty- small classes with dedicated and generous faculty who are leaders in their fields.

• Ability to become a specialist in your industry- gain the specialized training necessary for your particular career path.

Manhattanville's Graduate Business & Writing Programs

Manhattanville grants as many graduate degrees as it does undergraduate degrees. The following business degrees are offered: M.S. in Leadership and Strategic Management, M.S. in Organizational Management and Human Resource Development, M.S. in Integrated Marketing Communications, M.S. in International Management, M.S. in Finance, and our M.S. in Sport Business Management. Manhattanville also offers a Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership.

As noted in a USA Today article, many MBA programs across the country are now trying to revamp their programs –– at the urging of dissatisfied employers –– in order to produce more well-rounded managers who have strong leadership and communication skills. Manhattanville is proud to say it's ahead of the curve when it comes to providing the skills employers require.

Manhattanville M.S. Programs At A Glance

• Flexible course offerings—weekday evening and weekend classes.
• Courses provide practical skills.
• Instructors are generally executives in their fields.
• Small classes allow for personal attention.
• Opportunities to network with other students are plentiful.
• An advisory board consisting of senior executives from major area companies keeps the curriculum relevant and attuned to industry needs.
• GRE and GMAT tests are not required for admission.
• Students may be able to earn up to six credits based solely on relevant work experience.
• Tuition deferment is available in conjunction with company-sponsored tuition reimbursement plans.
• Our convenient location in Westchester County is easily accessible via public transportation or car.

Manhattanville also offers two Master of Arts degrees:

The Master of Arts in Writing program is intended for both experienced and aspiring writers who want to explore the craft of writing and improve their skills in fiction, creative nonfiction and poetry while working within a thriving literary community.

While our Master of Arts in Liberal Studies program is a 30-credit program designed to fit the needs, schedules and interests of the part-time adult student. Students create an individually structured program based on courses chosen from several disciplines that are relevant to their personal and professional interests.

Graduate Education Programs

Manhattanville has the largest teacher education program in Westchester County, serving teachers and those who aspire to teach. Our graduates are making a difference in the lives of young people, from Bronxville to the Bronx, from Stamford to Scarsdale, from preschool to high school.

Manhattanville's School of Education offers something for everyone interested in any phase of teaching –– beginning teachers (graduate or undergraduate), current teachers seeking masters degrees or additional certificates, seasoned teachers seeking certification as future school leaders or career changers considering teaching for the first time. We offer a wide variety of programs, flexible scheduling, individual attention and affordability.

We offer more than 44 areas of certification and are rated as "excellent" in teacher preparation by regional administrators. The school offers a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) and Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) as well as several post-master's certification programs. The M.P.S. in Educational Leadership Program is designed to train a new generation of principals and superintendents. Some students choose to attend classes part time, but with Manhattanville's accelerated Jump Start Program, it is possible to begin classes in March and be teaching full time in a high-need school by the following fall.

Among Manhattanville's School of Education Programs:

• Educational Leadership

• Early Childhood

• Childhood

• Secondary subjects

• TESOL

• Special Education

• Literacy

• Visual Arts/Music

• Physical Education

• Dual Certification Programs

• Master's in Educational Studies

The high quality and relevance of Manhattanville's graduate programs and our convenient location give us access to top faculty resources. The graduate programs strike the right balance between theory and application, and our professors bring many years of practical experience to class discussions. They are eager to share their knowledge and experience with the next generation of leaders.