Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies

at Berkeley College - New York City Midtown Campus USA

Every company and organization depends on accounting professionals. Because accounting is such a critical component to their success, companies look for individuals with both the knowledge and the real-world skills to manage their finances. That’s exactly what Berkeley’s Accounting programs focus on.

At Berkeley College, Accounting degree programs are developed with input from Advisory Boards made up of industry experts to prepare students for a range of career opportunities with accounting firms, public and private companies, and many other types of organizations.

The legal field presents more opportunities than ever. To meet growing needs, today’s firms and organizations are seeking qualified graduates with broad knowledge of the law and legal practices.

At Berkeley College, the Bachelor’s and Associate’s Legal Studies degree programs provide the analytical, technical, and research skills to enter a career in many different areas of legal support services. The program also offers a Pre Law Advisory Center, which provides special resources and support for students considering law school and other advanced studies in law.

The Financial Services program at Berkeley College is designed to prepare you for a range of career opportunities. Upon completion, you may choose to pursue the Certified Financial Planner® (CFP) designation or a career in Corporate Finance, including opportunities in:

• Banking
• Insurance
• Estate and retirement planning
• Investment portfolio management
• Other fields related to finance

The program is built on solid business education, career readiness, and preparation for professional certification exams. In response to current professional market demands, curricula have evolved to include more advanced training in analytics and technology to better prepare you for the workplace.

Participation in student chapters of professional associations, student clubs, and alumni interaction can help students make important industry connections.

Built on the proven tradition of business and professional education at Berkeley College, the Larry L. Luing School of Business® offers the opportunity for advanced study to prepare the leaders of tomorrow. The Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree in Management program at Berkeley is anchored in the core values of integrity, stewardship, sustainability, and inclusiveness and designed to help exceptional individuals stand out in the professional world. The M.B.A. degree in Management Program at Berkeley offers five (5) different specializations - known as Concentrations - that earn a transcript notation upon completion of the degree.

Through input from industry advisory boards and a faculty with real-world experience, the Berkeley College General Business program can provide you with the knowledge, motivation, and learning experience to prepare for a variety of careers. Potential career opportunities may include functions such as management, leadership, production, operations, marketing, finance, business analytics, and human resources.

The program and faculty emphasize critical thinking and problem-solving skills. You’ll learn in an environment that simulates global business markets, where you’ll have opportunities to work on projects that are focused on community engagement, as well as the chance to study under the guidance of experts on special topics such data mining, negotiations, business, and society. You’ll gain the necessary skills for the competitive marketplace and also have the option of continuing your education or exploring different roles and industries.

Information technology plays a critical and growing role in organizational operations. In the Berkeley College Information Technology Management program, you’ll build on an IT/Business core and develop knowledge and skills in the following three areas:

• Network security
• Database management
• Web design

The program’s unique focus on the management of technology effectively prepares students for successful careers in the dynamic and fast-paced information technology marketplace. You’ll learn how businesses use information technology resources to perform business functions and gain competitive advantage. Unlike programs that focus just on one or the other, this combination of business and technical savvy sets Berkeley graduates apart. You’ll also have the opportunity to take business and/or technology-related classes outside the core curriculum to expand your career possibilities.

Innovation, critical thinking, creativity in decision-making are at the core of the degree programs in Management at Berkeley College. Working in an environment that simulates global business markets, you’ll develop the skills necessary to actively participate in various roles within the management structure of different types of modern organizations. You’ll also have opportunities to work on projects that are focused on community engagement, as well as study under the guidance of experts on special topics such as data mining, negotiations, business, and society.

At Berkeley College, you’ll learn to succeed in the fashion business from those who already have. You’ll benefit from a faculty with extensive professional experience, as well as close proximity to one of the world’s great fashion districts.

Our Fashion Merchandising and Management degree programs focus on the business side of the fashion industry, training you in all aspects of the complete fashion global supply chain—current technologies, consumer behavior, product development, merchandising, retail distribution, marketing, and sales.

Our programs can prepare you for a range of potential careers, including:

• Product development
• Retail buying and merchandising
• Allocation and planning
• Omni-channel retail management
• Brand communications

Built on the proven tradition of business and professional education at Berkeley College, the Larry L. Luing School of Business® offers the opportunity for advanced study to prepare the leaders of tomorrow. The Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree in Management program at Berkeley is anchored in the core values of integrity, stewardship, sustainability, and inclusiveness and designed to help exceptional individuals stand out in the professional world. The M.B.A. degree in Management Program at Berkeley offers five (5) different specializations - known as Concentrations - that earn a transcript notation upon completion of the degree.

Healthcare Management Concentration

The Healthcare Management Concentration offers a suite of courses covering subject areas important to Healthcare Managers. Healthcare Managers specialize in leading, directing, controlling and administrating healthcare facilities, departments, and organizations and have a key role in the delivery or healthcare services. The Healthcare Management Concentration covers the wide scope of healthcare systems and the healthcare environment overall. The economic and cost driven nature of the healthcare system comprised of government, non-profit, and private providers operating in a government regulated environment are included in the scope of study. The data rich health informatics field, including the role of the Electronic Health record are explored. Practical Case Studies are used to demonstrate the distinctive ways functional disciplines are used to manage healthcare organizations.

In a field where you can make a difference, the Justice Studies - Criminal Justice degree programs at Berkeley College can arm you with a strong foundation, taught by faculty with years of extensive professional experience. Focusing on the skills that employers require, you’ll also learn from field trips and guest speakers from various areas of criminal justice, which are an important part of the career-focused program.

To help you prepare for a wide range of careers, Bachelor’s degree programs allow you to specialize in a specific area of criminal justice to help you better prepare for your desired career by improving your qualifications and helping to set you apart in the job market. You can choose a concentration in:

• Police Studies
• Homeland Security
• Cyber Security
• Investigations and Security
• Social Justice
• Social Welfare