At Sacred Heart University (SHU), the Jack Welch College of Business and Technology (WCBT) prepares students to lead in a business world shaped by technology, innovation, and change. Through applied learning, close faculty relationships, and professional connections, students build the expertise to advance their careers and contribute to their communities. The WCBT is accredited by the AACSB, reflecting its commitment to quality business education.
An MBA Built Around Your Goals
SHU’s Master of Business Administration offers full-time and part-time pathways with on-campus, hybrid and fully online options. Courses are held on weeknights to accommodate working professionals. Students can complete the program in one to three years, depending on their background and pace of study. Choose a general MBA or customize your degree through nine concentrations, including artificial intelligence, business analytics, cybersecurity, digital marketing and finance. Applied capstone experiences offer opportunities to work with an international business or support a local nonprofit organization.
Preparing Leaders to Use AI Responsibly
WCBT connects technology literacy with ethical reasoning, preparing students to approach emerging business challenges with sound judgment. MBA students can explore AI’s business applications and examine its implications for innovation, employees, and society. The emphasis is on applying technology responsibly while keeping people and organizational purpose at the center of business decisions.
Faculty Invested in Your Success
Students learn from faculty who combine scholarly expertise with professional experience. Case discussions, projects and work with actual company data connect business concepts to practice. Personalized teaching, advising and faculty mentorship help students develop their strengths and pursue their goals within a supportive learning community.
Career Support That Continues After Graduation
Students and alumni receive lifetime access to SHU’s Center for Career & Professional Development. Individualized coaching supports resume development, interview preparation and career searches, while a dedicated career team draws on employer relationships to help students connect with professional opportunities.
A Campus Built for the Future of Business
Located in Fairfield, Connecticut, WCBT occupies SHU’s West Campus, the former General Electric global headquarters. The Finance Lab, IDEA Lab and collaborative classrooms provide spaces to experiment, solve problems and put learning into practice.
In addition to the MBA, graduate programs include:
- Master of Science in Accounting: Master accounting principles and practices, as well as prepare for the CPA exam.
- Master of Science in Digital Marketing: Harness the power of digital media to create impactful marketing strategies.
- Master of Science in Finance & Investment Management: Develop expertise in financial analysis and investment strategies.
- Master of Science in Business Analytics: Transform data into actionable insights to drive strategic decision-making.