A feature piece from our Summer 2024 issue of the Lancaster Thriving Publication.
Distinguished Education Meets Local Insight
The Haub School of Business at Saint Joseph’s University boasts a long-standing presence in Lancaster County. Partnerships with local business and health sectors ensure that the school’s renowned business education programs meet the nuanced needs of Lancaster’s economy.
The recent merger with Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences has expanded the academic and professional scope, further strengthening a commitment to enhancing the region’s business acumen in healthcare and beyond.
Collaborations with respected local organizations and dedication to flexible educational models demonstrate the Haub School’s commitment to addressing the specific requirements of Lancaster’s varied business landscape. Associate Dean Vana Zervanos affirms, “As a top-ranked Jesuit business school, our mission aligns with Lancaster business leaders committed to expanding economic development and prosperity for the community.”
Expanding Local Impact Through Academic Excellence
The Haub School’s active engagement with the Lancaster County Chamber of Commerce and Discover Lancaster brings nationally accredited programs directly to the sectors that drive the local economy — healthcare, financial services, tourism and business analytics. Flexible curriculum allows students to tailor their education to meet personal and professional aspirations, fostering innovation across fields, especially within the Farm/Ag community.
Dean Joseph A. DiAngelo emphasizes the practical application of the programs, stating, ‘We are consistently recognized as among the best business schools in the country. Our programs are designed to be heavily applied, allowing our students to immediately implement what they learn in their professional settings the next day.”
Tailored Educational Pathways Support Professional Ambitions
The Food Marketing program is strategically focused on AgriBusiness, designed to empower the Farm/Ag community by creating niche markets and facilitating the introduction of products into the market.
Additionally, the Haub School collaborates with the Department of Agriculture on the Pennsylvania Preferred Program, which encourages firms and consumers in Pennsylvania to purchase locally grown food products, supporting the state’s agricultural sector and local economies.
Customizable MBA Fits Lancaster’s Evolving Market Needs
The stackable MBA at the Haub School allows for unprecedented customization. The three-certificate model lets students mix and match across 12 different certificates, combining disciplines such as Leadership and Human Resources, Marketing and Real Estate, or Accounting and Data Analytics to shape a degree that best suits their career aspirations and local industry demands.
The Executive MBA can be tailored for medical doctors and senior health professionals and has led to innovations such as the creation of the LGH Urgent Care network. This program exemplifies how the school’s degrees are designed to directly confront and solve industry-specific challenges.
Strengthening Local Ties with Strategic Partnerships
The Haub School’s commitment to Lancaster extends beyond education. The school proudly sponsors Women in Business and Young Professional Network events, and has collaborated with Armstrong World Industries on a contemporary Inclusive Leadership workshop.
Salena Coachman, VP of talent sustainability, talent acquisition and DEIB, remarks, “We are thrilled to be working with Saint Joseph’s and their faculty to support our education initiatives. We look forward to leveraging their programs and resources to engage our employees.”
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