Graduate Programs
Saint Joseph’s offers a diverse selection of graduate, certificate and certification programs that will help you to specialize the skills you have and use them to take the next step in your professional career path. Our programs feature faculty experts who will help you to think strategically and introduce you to a real-world approach to learning.
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Saint Joseph’s Doctor of Business Administration will prepare you for fulfilling leadership careers at the director, managerial and C-suite executive level.
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The Doctor of Education in Healthcare Education (EdD) at Saint Joseph's University will prepare graduates to teach the next generation of healthcare professionals, with an emphasis on leadership and organizational change theory, as well as practical experiences in curriculum design and instruction.
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Help patients overcome physical, sensory or cognitive obstacles through the therapeutic use of everyday activities as an occupational therapist. By earning your OT degree from Saint Joseph’s University, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills to make a meaningful impact on patient care.
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The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program is designed for individuals with a bachelor’s degree who seek to become physical therapists. Through this program, you’ll play a critical and rewarding role in improving health outcomes for patients by optimizing movement and helping prevent disease.
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The Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) program at Saint Joseph’s University focuses on contemporary curriculum, ethics in education and educational planning.
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A Pharmaceutics PhD from Saint Joseph’s University will provide you the experience necessary to improve how drugs are administered and pave the way for new administration methods.
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Dive deep into the interactions between drugs and chemicals and biological systems with a PhD in pharmacology and toxicology. Taught by renowned faculty in the historic Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, our research-focused program trains you to be a pharmacologist or toxicologist in academia, private industry or public service.
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As North America’s first college of pharmacy, the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy at Saint Joseph’s University offers a top-ranking PharmD program to prepare students for successful careers in the pharmacy profession.
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The Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) MS program at Saint Joseph’s University helps professionals develop a deeper understanding of diverse behavioral health needs.
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Saint Joseph’s University’s master's in biochemistry program explores the complex series of chemical reactions that take place within each organism, unleashing scientific breakthroughs that enhance and expand life like never before. Apply your passion for discovery to spur innovation and increase your understanding of our living world.
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The Business Intelligence & Analytics MS at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia is a top-ranking program that prepares students for success in data and analytics.
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Expand your knowledge of organic, analytical and physical chemistry with a master’s in chemistry. Choose from a thesis and non-thesis track centered on the latest innovations in chemistry.
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Offered mostly online, the clinical mental health counseling MS program at Saint Joseph’s University will prepare you to work as a licensed counselor serving clients. The 60-credit program includes 700 hours of supervised fieldwork and an optional built-in certificate in addiction counseling.
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With a computer science master’s degree from Saint Joseph’s University, you will have the skills and experience needed to adapt and evolve in complex technological environments in any industry.
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The online criminal justice master's degree at Saint Joseph's University will help you advance a career in the fields of law enforcement, intelligence and forensic behavioral health. This program has been recognized as one of the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report.
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Saint Joseph's University's cybersecurity MS program prepares students to understand cybersecurity issues affecting organizations.
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Saint Joseph’s Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy MS prepares students to learn the science and practice of how drug delivery systems are developed. Working one-on-one with expert faculty, students will gain insight and foresight as they uncover new areas of research in our state-of-the-art laboratories.
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Saint Joseph’s Foreign Language master’s degree (K-12) is a 30-credit program that includes teacher’s certification in a foreign language.
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A specialized master’s degree in art education can help you stand apart from other educators as you pursue opportunities to teach or assume educational leadership roles in middle schools and high schools anywhere in America.
The MS in Education prepares highly qualified educators to establish effective teaching and learning environments for children in their school and community.
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Saint Joseph’s University offers a 30-credit Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction that supports K-12 teachers, curriculum specialists, STEM and literacy professionals in their continuing education and professional development. The program is fully online with a concentration in STEM Education, Literacy and ESL Teaching and Learning. This MS program will also prepare you to develop, assess and evaluate curriculum and instruction in your concentration area through collaboration and community building with a focus on education that is socially just and equitable.
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Earn your Master of Science in Early Childhood Education from Saint Joseph’s University in preparation to teach pre-kindergarten through fourth grade.
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Saint Joseph’s University’s Master of Science in education, elementary/middle school, will prepare you for initial instructional certification.
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The online reading specialist program is designed for those who seek to act as leaders in planning the direction of a school’s literacy curriculum.
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Offered 100% online, Saint Joseph’s Master of Science in Secondary Education will prepare you to teach grades 7-12.
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Saint Joseph's educational leadership and administration MS is ideal for aspiring school administrators hoping to make a positive impact on students.
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Saint Joseph's offers the only one-year executive MBA program over 3-to-5 semesters, helping you develop leadership skills from a global business perspective.
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The MS in finance from Saint Joseph's University prepares students for success in financial planning, financial analysis and corporate finance.
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Saint Joseph’s University’s Food Marketing MBA is designed for professionals in the industry seeking to grow as strategic leaders in the field.
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Earn your MS in food marketing and learn from industry experts and a community of professionals in Philadelphia's only food marketing program.
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With a master’s degree in genomics, you’ll learn from expert faculty in rigorous online courses that address real-world challenges and strategies to improve disease research and patient care.
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The dual enrollment program in health administration and health informatics allows students to earn two master's degrees with just 45 credits. In this program, graduate students will engage in administration- and informatics-focused coursework, preparing them to make an impact in the ever-evolving healthcare industry.
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Offered in-person and online, Saint Joseph’s Health Informatics and Business Intelligence & Analytics MHI/MSBIA addresses healthcare data, analytics and IT.
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A Master of Science in Health Informatics equips you with the skills needed to analyze health data and improve patient care.
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The online Master of Science in Marketing program at Saint Joseph's University develops essential skills in consumer behavior, analytics, research and strategy.
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The flexibility of Saint Joseph’s University's top-ranking MBA program allows you to take classes at your own pace — on campus in Philadelphia, online or both.
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The Master of Health Administration (MHA) offers a strong foundation in the management and administrative aspects of the healthcare system.
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The Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) program is designed for individuals with a bachelor’s degree who seek to become a registered occupational therapist. Through this program, you will learn how to help patients overcome physical, sensory or cognitive obstacles and will make a meaningful impact on patient care.
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Make a direct impact on the lives of patients as a physician assistant (PA) by obtaining a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Saint Joseph’s University.
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Saint Joseph’s Master of Professional Accountancy (MPA) program will help you advance and develop the necessary skills to successfully pass the CPA exam.
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Saint Joseph's master’s of social work program prepares students to address the increasing needs for social, emotional and behavioral support in a variety of environments in our region and nationwide
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Lead change and create a strong company culture by obtaining a Master of Science in Organization Development & Leadership (ODL) from Saint Joseph's University.
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The Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Marketing MBA at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia expands students' understanding of biopharma, diagnostics and more.
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Saint Joseph’s University’s accredited master’s in pharmaceutics program explores how best to administer a drug to the human body and turn chemicals into effective medications. With a pharmaceutics graduate degree, you’ll advance to the forefront of medical progress.
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Build your mastery of how drugs and chemicals work with a Master of Science in Pharmacology and Toxicology from Saint Joseph’s. Our program combines theory with experiment and features a thesis-based curriculum, faculty-supervised laboratory research and small class sizes.
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A master’s in public policy (MPP) leads to careers in the public/private sector or graduate work in public policy, political science, economics & sociology.
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Offered 100% online, Saint Joseph’s University’s Master of Science in School Counseling prepares students to apply instructional and school counseling interventions, use data-informed strategies to promote student learning outcomes and design, implement and assess comprehensive school counseling programs in PK-12 schools.
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Saint Joseph’s online Special Education MS features offers a rigorous, well-rounded curriculum addressing critical areas of special needs instruction.
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Saint Joseph's University's Master of Science in Special Education with a concentration in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education PK-12 program is designed to serve those interested in the education of the 40 to 50% of children impacted by hearing loss.
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The SHRM-recognized MS in Strategic Human Resource Management program provides students with the skills necessary to help businesses grow.
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Saint Joseph’s Masters in Writing Studies offers flexible course scheduling for working professionals who seek to understand diverse styles of writing.
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The Addiction Counseling Certificate program at Saint Joseph’s University will prepare you to work as a certified addiction counselor. This 12-credit, fully online program can be completed in as little as two semesters or combined with the M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. If not taken as part of the M.S. program, a relevant graduate degree is a required prerequisite.
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The online Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) certificate program at Saint Joseph's prepares students to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) exam when accompanied with a master's degree. The program curriculum explores both the theoretical and methodological foundations of behavior analysis.
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The applied investment analysis certificate can also be completed as a standalone certificate to add to your resume, or as a stackable certificate as part of our MBA or Master's of Finance programs. Whether you enroll in the certificate on its own or stack it as part of a graduate degree, you will receive a certificate credential that can be added to your resume.
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The artificial intelligence certificate from Saint Joseph’s University is offered for students looking to specialize in big data, web intelligence and machine learning. This 15-credit certificate can be stacked into the Computer Science MS
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Endorsed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, the Autism Spectrum Disorder Endorsement program at Saint Joseph's features a curriculum that focuses on assessment and research-based strategies. The program places special emphasis on skill development and behavioral modification for students of all ages who have been diagnosed on the autism spectrum.
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Our brewing certification is an 18-credit, post-baccalaureate program that dives deep into the science and math of creating the perfect pint of beer — preparing you to excel in a rapidly growing field where specialized skills are in high demand. Courses are designed to fit your needs with flexible evening classes and can be completed in 15 months (1+ track) to two and a half years (2+ track).
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The business administration graduate certificate at Saint Joseph's University covers all of the foundational courses needed to earn your MBA, but is also a valuable stand-alone certificate for those looking to pick up additional skills to advance their career.
Whether you enroll just in the certificate to start, or continue in the MBA, you will receive a certificate credential that can be added to your resume.
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Saint Joseph’s University's Catholic Educational Leadership Certificate is a 12-credit (four-course) graduate program that prepares leaders to meet the critical needs and challenges facing 21st-century Catholic K-12 education in our local communities.
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The corporate financial management certificate can also be completed as a standalone certificate or can be stacked into your MBA or Finance M.S. if you are interested in advancing your financial management knowledge. Whether you enroll in the corporate financial management certificate on its own or stack it as part of a graduate degree, you will receive a certificate credential that can be added to your resume.
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The certificate in creative and professional writing will enhance your writing skills, introduce you to new and exciting career pathways and boost your confidence as a writer.
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The online cyberintelligence certificate can be completed as a standalone certificate or can build into a Master of Science in Criminal Justice. If you are currently in the fields of criminal justice, cybersecurity or intelligence fields or majored in a relevant field and seek to grow your expertise amid a rising threat of cyber attacks, this certificate will prepare you well.
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Demand for cybersecurity experts is higher than ever. The cybersecurity certificate, which can stack into the Cybersecurity MS and Computer Science MS programs, will prepare you to understand and face the cybersecurity challenges of today and anticipate the threats of tomorrow.
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The data analytics certificate can be completed as a standalone certificate or as a certificate as part of the MBA or Business Intelligence and Analytics M.S. Whether you enroll in the data analytics certificate on its own or stack it as part of the MBA or M.S., you will receive a certificate credential that can be added to your resume.
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The data management certificate can be completed as a standalone certificate or as part of the MBA or the Business Intelligence and Analytics M.S. at Saint Joseph's. Whether you enroll in the data management certificate on its own or stack it as part of a graduate degree, you will receive a certificate credential that can be added to your resume.
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The data science certificate can be completed as a standalone certificate or as part of our stackable MBA or the Business Intelligence & Analytics M.S. Whether you enroll in the data science certificate on its own or stack it as part of the MBA or M.S., you will receive a certificate credential that can be added to your resume.
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Saint Joseph's University's Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education PK-12 Certification program is designed to serve those interested in the education of the 40 to 50% of children impacted by hearing loss.
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Saint Joseph’s University’s English as a Second Language (ESL) Program Specialist certificate prepares individuals who possess Level I or Level II instructional certification to teach non-native speakers of English to be proficient in speaking, reading and writing English.
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The real estate finance certificate can be completed as a standalone certificate or as part of the stackable MBA or Finance MS Whether you enroll in the real estate finance certificate on its own or stack it as part of the MBA or MS, you will receive a certificate credential that can be added to your resume.
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The food marketing certificate give you the opportunity to remain current with the latest techniques, tools, and strategies in food & beverage consumer goods, retail and food production. Taught by our world-class faculty and notable industry professionals, you'll be able to apply new insights and practices immediately to your job and organization.
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Through the online four-course genomics certificate program at Saint Joseph’s, you’ll learn from industry experts and gain new skills and resources you can immediately leverage for improved disease research and patient care.
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Data is changing the future of healthcare. Learn how to harness it to improve patient care with a health informatics certificate from Saint Joseph’s University, which can be completed in less than a year.
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Saint Joseph’s healthcare management stackable certificate will prepare you to develop healthcare organizations and lead in an effective, compelling manner. The certificate can be completed as a standalone certificate or as part of Saint Joseph's stackable MBA.
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The human resource management certificate can also be completed as a standalone certificate independent of an MBA if you are interested in advancing your human resources knowledge. Whether you enroll in the human resources certificate on its own or stack it as part of the MBA, you will receive a certificate credential that can be added to your resume.
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The leadership certificate can also be completed as a standalone certificate independent of an MBA if you are interested in advancing your leadership knowledge. Whether you enroll in the leadership certificate on its own or stack it as part of the MBA, you will receive a certificate credential that can be added to your resume.
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The marketing certificate can be completed as a standalone certificate or as part of the Marketing MS or stackable MBA. Whether you enroll in the marketing certificate on its own or stack it as part of the MBA or MS, you will receive a certificate credential that can be added to your resume.
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With a special education certification, educators can learn key strategies to creating an inclusive environment or special education classroom. In this online program, students can choose between two grade-level certifications, PK-8 or 7-12, which will prepare them for Pennsylvania certification.
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The 13-credit reading interventionist certificate program at Saint Joseph’s University will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to teach students to become fluent, independent readers. The certificate, which is International Dyslexia Association (IDA) accredited, can be completed online and can stack into a Special Education M.S. and Education M.S. for all grade levels.
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Social and emotional (SEL) learning is the process by which children and adults acquire the skills necessary for managing emotions, showing empathy, establishing and maintaining positive relationships, making responsible decisions, and setting and achieving positive goals. These skills must be practiced in social contexts, including classroom and school environments. This graduate certificate will prepare you to help students develop these skills.
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With a certificate in software development from Saint Joseph’s University, you will grow your knowledge with a certificate to add to your resume. You can also decide to continue on to earn your Master of Science in computer science by adding an additional certificate in web and database technologies or artificial intelligence, depending on your interests and career goals. This certificate is completed in five courses or 15 credits.
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The web and database technologies certificate from Saint Joseph’s University is offered for students looking to gain a specialty for their resume. This certificate is completed in 15 credits and can be stacked into the Computer Science M.S.
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A Master of Arts in Biology at Saint Joseph's University offers courses in immunology, biochemistry, bacterial pathogenesis, neurobiology, physiology and more.
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A Master of Science in Biology from Saint Joseph's University will increase your knowledge of life science topics and refine your skills as an experimental scientist.
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Saint Joseph’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Educational Leadership Certificate will help you lead in diverse and culturally relevant contexts