Offerings that aren't business as usual
Advanced technology, alternative business models and the rise of entrepreneurship are redefining the way we do business and creating new and innovative platforms for global commerce. Alvernia University’s Header School of Business programs put students at the forefront and prepare them to excel in the workforce of the future.
Combining classroom and experiential learning, business education at Alvernia provides the foundations for careers in accounting, finance, marketing, human resources and specialized areas of management. Students learn from accomplished practitioners who not only have years of experience in their respective fields but also research and publish on the latest business trends. Learn more about Alvernia's undergraduate, graduate and adult, online, and associate offerings below.
- Traditional Undergraduate Offerings
Alvernia's traditional undergraduate business programs are offered in the following degree concentrations:
- Accelerated Adult Bachelor Degree Offerings
Alvernia also offers accelerated adult business programs for the adult learner:
- Associate of Science in Business Program
There are different reasons why individuals choose to pursue an associate degree, either as a first step toward a bachelor’s degree, or as a goal in and of itself. Whatever your motivation, Alvernia's Associate of Science degree in Business is a great way to stretch your intellect and gain practical skills. Our degree helps individuals gain real knowledge about the new global economy, through the eyes of successful professionals in the field.
You'll also graduate with an accredited business degree because Alvernia's Business Department is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) and by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
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Getting Started
- Application Instructions
Through a rolling admission process, prospective undergraduate students — including first-year, transfer, and international students — may apply via the Alvernia web portal or The Common Application. To learn more about how to complete your application, please visit our application page.- Financing Your Education
There are options to assist in financing your education and making the tuition affordable. Visit our Student Financial Services page for a detailed overview of the process, and visit our FAFSA page to stay up to date on the latest from federal student aid. Alvernia’s Title IV code for the FAFSA is 003233. The Office of Student Financial Services is available to help with any questions you may have. Call 610-796-8201 or email sfs@alvernia.edu.- Major Notes
To graduate with a Business degree, students must:- Have earned and maintain an overall grade point average of 2.0
- Have earned 60 credits
- Earn a “C” or higher in BUS 101, BUS 206, BUS 207 and the math course taken to fulfill the Liberal Arts General Education.
- There is a 75 Hour Experiential Learning Graduation Requirement for all business majors. Please consult with your academic advisor for more information.
- Career Outlook
After graduating from Alvernia University’s Header School of Business programs, you can pursue a variety of careers, including:- Accountant
- Advertising Executive
- Brand Manager
- Budget Analyst
- Chief Executive Officer
- Chief Financial Officer
- Government Position
- Grant Writer
- Health Insurance
- Hospital and Nursing Home Administrator
- Human Resources
- IRS Investigator
- International Trade Specialist
- Insurer
- Market Research Analyst
- Nonprofits
- Pharmaceutical company
- Professional, collegiate and interscholastic sports
- Professional tour events
- Sport governing body
- Sport marketing company
- Experiential Learning Opportunities
- In the John R. Post Center at Reading CollegeTowne, our business lab and Bloomberg Terminals provide financial real time, historical data, market moving news and analytics.
- The O'Pake Institute for Economic Development and Entrepreneurship provides a support system that can elevate aspiring and existing entrepreneurs as well as provide experiential learning opportunities for students, clients and mentors. Services
are delivered through an integrated network of partners, mentors, staff and student expertise. Fields include accounting, business development, communications, digital design, engineering and marketing. - The Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA) is the largest business career and technical student organization in the
world. FBLA Collegiate is the collegiate division of FBLA and is dedicated to inspiring and developing the next generation of
leaders by preparing members for careers in business and business-related fields.
- Accreditation Statements
- Alvernia University's Header School of Business programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) and by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
- Alvernia is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
