Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (STEM)

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Making sense of the large amounts of data that are being produced in business, industry and government requires a combination of mathematical modeling, programming and analysis. Data analysts combine these tools to solve complex problems and make informed decisions.

What Will You Do?
With an advanced mathematics degree, you will be prepared to work in data science, actuarial science, operations research, statistics, software engineering, and finance.

Construction management involves the planning, budgeting, coordination and supervision of construction projects from beginning to completion.

Why Choose Construction Management?
This 33 credit master’s degree in construction management is a stand-alone program open to students who have degrees in an engineering, science or business field with work experience in construction and construction management. The program is open to students of all experience levels — from recent graduates to engineers who have worked in the field for many years. It prepares graduates to advance their careers or continue on to doctoral studies.

What Will You Do?
This program prepares students for management roles in the private and public sectors of the engineering industry, and provides a foundation for those who want to continue their education and pursue MBAs or doctoral degrees.

Often called “the language of love,” French is widely considered to be one of the world’s most beautiful and beloved languages. It is prominent in art, literature, music and fashion worldwide.

Why Choose French?
More than 250 million people around the world speak French. It is known as a language of diplomacy and commerce, and is the official language of many international organizations including the International Olympic Committee, the World Trade Organization and the United Nations.

What Will You Learn?
The French major combines practical language skills with literary and cultural studies. As a French major, you will:

• Become fluent in reading, writing and speaking French
• Understand how this language works in comparison to English
• Learn about the rich history, literature and art of the countries where French is spoken
• Gain a critical understanding of and appreciation for the culture of the people who speak the language

What Will You Do?
Majoring in French provides you with practical language and critical thinking skills that open the door to many career paths. Teaching the language to others, working in international business, or starting a career in government are just some of the options to consider.

Money is the irrepressible force that drives our world. The smallest businesses and the largest governments all deal with money management. Studying finance is largely about learning how to make financial decisions for these organizations and acquiring skills that can be used in your personal life, as well.

What Will You Learn?
Choosing to major in finance will provide you with a strong understanding of:

• The global economic system
• Financial analysis and reporting
• Investments
• Corporate structure and financing
• Securities and derivatives markets
• Multinational finance

What Will You Do?
A finance degree prepares students for careers in financial management and analysis. All organizations, from schools to banks, both public and private, require individuals who are proficient in the tools of financial management.

Marketing involves creating products and services, communicating their value and managing customer relationships. When businesses focus on their customers’ wants and needs, they sell products that are valued and not just promoted.

What Will You Learn?
As a marketing major, you will learn how to:

• Determine a competitive market position and strategy
• Build a product portfolio
• Communicate and price products
• Distribute strategically
• Become a globally-oriented business leader
• Analyze, think critically and make decisions in the marketing process

What Will You Do?
Marketing is a key function and necessary tool in both for-profit and nonprofit organizations.

Public health is a science that aims to protect and promote the health of all people and the communities in which they live, work, learn and play. Specifically, the field of public health aims to prevent disease and injury.

Why Choose Public Health?
The Manhattan College public health program aims to educate students on the core principles of public health knowledge to address health outcomes of the population through equity, policy and action.

Students in the public health major receive a strong fundamental education focused on community impact, health equity, and social justice, which contributes to the mission of Manhattan College, the School of Education and Health and the greater Lasallian community.

What Will You Learn?
Public health majors will take courses that address health issues through the five public health disciplines:

• Behavioral Health/Health Education
• Biostatistics
• Environmental health
• Epidemiology
• Health Services Administration

What Will You Do?
After graduating with their bachelor’s degree in public health, students may choose to go straight into the workforce, while others may choose to pursue advanced degrees such as a Master of Public Health (MPH) or dual MPH/MBA program.

Exercise science is the study of human movement. This field examines how physical activity, exercise, sport, and rehabilitation can help improve people’s lives.

Why Choose Exercise Science?
Exercise is as necessary to your physical well-being as it is to your mental health. In fact, studies show the two go hand-in-hand. Geared towards students with interests in science, biology, and health, the exercise science program at Manhattan is designed to not only educate you on this partnership, but to spread that message as leaders in:

• Physical Activity
• Exercise
• Fitness
• Sport
• Rehabilitation
• Wellness

What Will You Learn?
In addition to learning the cultural, historical, and philosophical dimensions of kinesiology, you will develop an understanding of the following exercise science fundamentals:

• Exercise Physiology
• Anatomical Kinesiology
• Care and prevention of athletic injury
• Biomechanics
• Motor Learning
• Adapted Exercise and Sport
• Psychology

What Will You Do?
The exercise and rehabilitation industry offers numerous career opportunities for Exercise Science majors. Some graduates choose to go straight into the workforce, while others go on to pursue advanced degrees in physical or occupational therapy.

As a successful engineer, you already have a strong technical background along with the analytical approach needed to solve today’s complex challenges. An MBA is the ideal degree to demonstrate your business know-how and your leadership potential to employers.

The question is, how do you move into the next level? An MBA is the ideal degree to demonstrate your business know-how and your leadership potential to employers. Your engineering degree combined with an MBA validates your ability to apply analytical tools to real-world business problems.

Why Choose an MBA?
Employers are increasingly looking for individuals with the higher-level knowledge and decision-making skills to lead their organizations.  

The Manhattan College MBA program puts the big picture in perspective, helping you to become a more innovative and productive professional. The program is taught by distinguished faculty and features a curriculum that explores decision-making and risk management, leadership and social justice, and organizations in competitive environments.

Whether you need to learn data analytics to discover emerging trends, financial acumen to assess new opportunities, or the overall management skills to move into the C-Suite, the Manhattan College MBA is the degree you need to elevate your career.

What Will You Learn?

• Practice analytical decision-making and risk management
• Develop an understanding of leadership, social justice and corporate responsibility
• Gain an appreciation for ethical behavior in business
• Learn about organizations and the competitive environment
• Conduct hands-on research and participate in projects related to your studies
• Choose elective courses that align with your goals
• Have professional development opportunities

Environmental science focuses on the relationship between human activities and the environment. It helps us understand nature from a scientific point of view.

What Will You Learn?
The environmental studies major combines classes from many disciplines and allows you to tailor coursework to your specific interests. Because many of your courses are science-based and take place in labs, you will learn to use lab and field instrumentation, computer applications and statistical techniques.

Regardless of how you customize your curriculum, you will:

• Understand the theory of natural environment and its relationships with human activities
• Learn how to approach environmental problems from different points of view
• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Show your understanding of environmental issues through written and oral presentations
• Conduct research, analyze data and evaluate results in partnership with professors

What Will You Do?
Some environmental science students pursue graduate or professional degrees after graduation. Others enter the workforce in government, academic, private or nonprofit fields.

A government is the system and processes that control countries, states and communities. The study of political science — whether at the local, national or international level — examines important political events, institutions and behaviors.

What Will You Learn?
Political science majors experience four areas of government and politics:

• American government
• International relations
• Comparative politics
• Political theory

Within these broad areas, you will have the opportunity to learn more about:

• The Presidency
• Congress
• The Judiciary
• Government and politics in different regions of the world
• International organizations
• Constitutional law
• Local governments
• Research methods

What Will You Do?
A major in political science will prepare you for a career in federal, state and local government, nonprofit work, the private sector, international organizations, law or education. There are many fields that need employees who are knowledgeable about policy and law.