Silberman College of Business Overview

Hello and welcome. My name is James Almeida. I have the pleasure and the privilege to serve as the Associate Dean of Graduate programs in the Silberman College of Business. I have been at FDU for more than two decades. And what I love working at the university is making a positive impact in the life of people through global business education. We are delighted to offer our newly redesigned MBA program this fall semester, with its emphasis on applied and engaged learning. Students in our MBA program can certainly opt for a number of very popular specializations such as accounting, finance, digital marketing, even entrepreneurial leadership. But in addition, they also have the opportunity to specialize in some growing disciplines such as supply chain management, pharmaceutical management, sports management, among others. And those who are interested in earning more than one specialization, can supplement their MBA by earning even stackable certificates in another discipline. So the programs that we offer and the specializations that are available to the MBA programs, fit the needs the professional objectives of a number of our students. Having achieved the gold standard of business school accreditation from AACSB International, students can be assured about the quality of the education that they will receive from any of our graduate programs within Silberman College of Business. In particular, the FDU MBA emphasizes responsible leadership promotes entrepreneurial thinking, instills a global mindset, and promotes communication and collaboration. Working professionals will find that the program is extremely accessible to them. If somebody wants to earn an MBA in a completely online format, with no campus presence required, they certainly have the option of opting for the FDU online MBA. The hallmark of the FDU MBA program, is the fact that working professionals can earn their degree while continuing to work full-time and maintaining a work life balance. We have an extremely involved and engaged board of advisors for Silberman College, comprising primarily of alums. What distinguishes these individuals are the significant professional accomplishments they have achieved over a lifetime. They open doors for our graduates in terms of opportunities for internships, as well as replacements. When you talk to our students, and ask them what is it that they particularly like about our program. They will talk about the emphasis on applied learning, as well as praising our faculty, for not only having exceptional credentials, but also for being approachable. They will mention about the environment in the classroom, how the nurturing, the welcoming, the collaborative environment that characterizes all of our classes, complements and fits their learning style. What working professionals will find in an MBA program is the fact that we have leveraging our strengths in a strong and committed alumni network and our proximity to the gateway of global commerce in the world, which is the New York Metropolitan area. In addition to learning or getting exposed to what the current thinking is, in business circles, working professionals can also have the opportunity to network with, not only our alums who have achieved great corporate success, but senior executives from local area corporations who visit our campus. I welcome you to learn more about our programs, and how it represents an excellent fit to your career goals, or professional growth and development by visiting the supplement graduate pages. We are committed to the success of our students. If you'd like to attend any of our classes, I encourage you to get in touch with us, reach out to one of the faculty, or for that matter, staff. Within Silberman College of Business, within FDU, who will be able to talk to you and discuss with you how a graduate degree in business from Fairleigh Dickinson University Silberman College of Business represents the best fit for your professional growth and development?