Date: Nov 26, 2007

Hofstra to Launch Full-Time Day M.B.A.

Frank G. Zarb School of Business to begin new program in fall 2008

Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY – Hofstra University's Frank G. Zarb School of Business will launch a new full-time integrated day M.B.A. program next fall that will take full advantage of the school’s sophisticated technology, experienced faculty, growing alumni network and proximity to New York City.

Students in the program will learn, work and study together in small, seminar-style classes led by highly regarded scholar-educators. They will take advantage of personalized career support services, enriched internships throughout the New York City area and an integrated, interdisciplinary capstone experience. And they will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including one of the largest academic trading rooms in the U.S., with 34 Bloomberg Professional terminals.

"We plan to teach our students the skills necessary to effectively interact with one another and with the various constituencies in the corporate world. This will better prepare them for life in the business arena," said Zarb School of Business Dean Salvatore F. Sodano. "We will also enhance their academic experience here through internships, by bringing accomplished professionals to campus as speakers and through connections with our vast network of successful Zarb alumni."

Hofstra will hold two information sessions on the new program on Sunday, December 9, 2007 from 11:00 to 12:30 p.m. and from 12:45 to 2:15 p.m. in the east lobby of C.V. Starr Hall, California Avenue, South Campus. Refreshments will be served. Prospective students can speak with Dean Sodano, former head of the American Stock Exchange (Amex) and former vice chairman of the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD).  For more information and directions, call 1-800-HOFSTRA.

Dean Sodano said the full-time integrated M.B.A. program will offer substantial scholarship opportunities for high-achieving students and opportunities for honors scholar designation. The new program joins the executive and traditional M.B.A. programs offered at the Zarb School, including Sports and Entertainment Management, Health Services Management and Quality Management. 

About the Frank G. Zarb School of Business

The Frank G. Zarb School of Business prepares students for rewarding careers and helps them to become responsible business leaders by stressing the importance of life-long education, ethics in business, an awareness of global issues and concern for the environment. The Zarb School of Business offers small classes taught by experienced faculty and utilizes cutting edge technology such as the Martin B. Greenberg Trading Room. With a network of successful alumni and established business connections in nearby New York City, the Zarb School provides a wide variety of internships that allow students to gain valuable career experience. The Zarb School is one of only a few institutions in the New York Metropolitan area to have AACSB International accreditations in both business and accounting.

About Hofstra University

Hofstra University is a dynamic private institution where students can choose from more than 140 undergraduate and 155 graduate programs in liberal arts and sciences, business, communication, education and allied human services, and honors studies, as well as a School of Law. With a student-faculty ratio of 14-to-1, our professors teach small classes averaging 23 students that emphasize interaction, critical thinking and analysis. Hofstra offers a faculty whose highest priority is teaching excellence, cutting edge technology, extensive library resources, internships and special educational programs that appeal to their interests and abilities.  The Hofstra community is driven, dynamic and energetic, helping students find and focus their strengths to prepare them for a successful future.

Related Link: Full-Time M.B.A. Program Site