The School of Leadership and Professional Advancement offers a number of academic programs for adult students. We combine the more than 130 years of academic quality for which Duquesne University is renowned with flexible scheduling, program choices, and student services for adults. We are committed to the success of our students…and we enjoy it immensely!
As a student, you’ll join a peer learning network of individuals representing the community, corporate, nonprofit, and military sectors. As a graduate, you’ll join a Duquesne alumni network of nearly 70,000 worldwide.
Excellence in Education for Adults
Programs
Accelerated Bachelor’s Degrees
Earn your degree in just four years; less time with transfer credits. We have articulation agreements with a number of community colleges. Accelerated 8-week courses are held on campus on Saturdays or entirely online. Select two concentrations to comprise your major:
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Graduate Degrees
The School of Leadership and Professional Advancement offers unique graduate degrees for people who want to make a difference…in their career…in their personal lives… in their community… in the world. It’s more than a learning experience; it’s exposure to new ideas and skills that can be readily applied. The Master of Science in Leadership program offers an opportunity to develop a strong foundation in leadership, and also offers optional concentration areas for those seeking additional specialization.
Earn your master’s degree in two years. Classes are offered on alternating Saturdays and entirely online. No entrance exams such as GRE or GMAT are required.
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Master of Science in Leadership
Master of Science in Leadership, concentrations in:
Student and Alumni Feedback
"I want to tell you that my first session was fantastic! I had a blast being back at school. I really do believe this is a life changing event for me…. I could not be happier to be a part of Duquesne!”
Steve Buccilli, student
After Market Team Leader, Respironics
"I have found this online program to be an excellent alternative to the traditional classroom that provides working adults with the ability to continue their education. I could not have completed my degree without this online structure. These courses were just as challenging and, in my opinion, much more demanding than some of what I have experienced in the classroom. The instructors were excellent both academically and structurally in that they demanded participation online yet always offered their availability via phone as well. Thank you again!”
Sherri A. Cobb, BS alumna
Trust Officer, Employee Benefit Administration and Compliance, SEI Private Trust Company
"After a full two years of total exposure to the real issues of leadership - from the legal to the humanistic perspective and beyond - I am proud with myself that I made the right decision to pursue this course. I am fully confident that the skills I acquired not only will enhance my professional career at the United Nations, but also have prepared the ground work for me to embark on a new venture after retirement from the United Nations service.”
Abdullah Saleh Mbamba, Graduate alum
Former Director, United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) Canberra - Retired"The School of Leadership and Professional Advancement instilled in me a great sense of strength, value, desire to achieve, and of course, leadership. The professors and staff genuinely cared about my success and went the extra mile to ensure the materials covered in class were enriching and beneficial to their students. My classes also gave me a great opportunity to share ideas with fellow leaders, all while learning each individual's experiences and motivations. This program helped lead me to my true calling and gave me the confidence to start my own travel and network marketing business. My ultimate goal is to be successful, both in life and in business, and my Masters Degree from Duquesne is playing a huge part in helping me obtain that goal."
Jason Cercone, Class of 2006
President and CEO, Voyagewire.com
Duquesne University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. (267.284.5000) The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
