Alvernia University Graduate & Adult Education

Master of Data Analytics Virtual Information Session | August 11

Turn data into decisions that drive success.

Whether you're looking to strengthen your analytical skills, advance your career, or explore opportunities in the growing field of data analytics, Alvernia University's Master of Data Analytics program can help you take the next step.

Join us for a Virtual Information Session on Tuesday, August 11, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. to learn more about the program, connect with our admissions team, and get your questions answered.

📅 Tuesday, August 11, 2026
🕖 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
💻 Virtual Information Session

🔗 Register here: https://admissions.alvernia.edu/register/?id=fad06418-c8b3-46fd-a7f8-f66e79afd92f

What No One Tells You About Being an Adult Student

It won't always be easy.
But...
✨ You'll discover strengths you didn't know you had.
📚 You'll learn lessons that extend far beyond the classroom.
💼 You'll gain skills that open new doors.
🌟 You'll inspire others simply by showing up and believing in yourself.

One day, you'll look back and realize the hardest part wasn't the coursework and it was taking that first step.

Ready to take yours? Start your journey by connecting with our office today!

Signs You're Ready to Go Back to School

Sometimes the biggest sign isn't having all the answers. It's realizing you're ready for something more.

You might be ready to continue your education if...
✔ You've been thinking about a career change.
✔ You want to qualify for a promotion or take on a leadership role.
✔ You're ready to invest in yourself and your future.
✔ You keep telling yourself, "Maybe next year."

If any of these sound familiar, it may be time to stop wondering "what if?" and start exploring what's possible.

Whether you're looking to earn your first degree, advance your education, or prepare for your next career move, taking that first step can lead to opportunities you never imagined.

Ready to see where your education could take you? Explore Alvernia's Graduate and Adult Education programs with the following links

Adult Education Programs: https://www.alvernia.edu/academics/accelerated-bachelor-programs
Graduate Programs: https://www.alvernia.edu/academics/graduate-programs

Want to build a career where you support individuals, strengthen communities, and make a lasting impact in mental health and social services?

Alvernia University’s Master of Social Work (MSW) Online prepares students for advanced clinical practice in behavioral health, addictions, and community based social work.

This program is rooted in compassion, ethics, and hands on experience, helping you develop the skills needed to serve individuals, families, and communities in meaningful ways.

What makes this program stand out
• Fully online format with flexible course options
• 7 or 14 week course formats
• Fieldwork placements for real world clinical experience
• Focus on mental health, addictions, policy, and human behavior
• Strong emphasis on ethical practice and cultural awareness

Students are prepared to work with diverse populations across clinical, community, and organizational settings while developing advanced skills in assessment, intervention, and evaluation.

Ready to learn more? Contact our office to explore program details and next steps.

Alvernia University’s Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics (Online) prepares students with the analytical, leadership, and problem solving skills needed to thrive in today’s data driven business environment.

This program blends business knowledge with advanced analytics to help you think critically, act ethically, and make informed decisions across industries.

What makes this program stand out
• Fully online format designed for flexibility
• 7 week courses that fit busy schedules
• Up to 75 transfer credits accepted
• Focus on analytics, leadership, and strategic decision making
• Prepares you to work with real business data and modern tools

You will graduate ready for careers in business intelligence, financial analysis, marketing analytics, supply chain, and consulting roles.

Ready to learn more? Contact our office to explore program details and next steps.

Thinking about a career where you can practice medicine and make a direct impact on patient care?

Alvernia University’s Master of Medical Science in Physician Associate Studies prepares students to become licensed clinicians who work across every specialty and health care setting.

This rigorous program blends classroom learning with hands on clinical experience to prepare you for the fast paced and ever evolving medical field.

What makes this program stand out
• 24 month, 6 semester hybrid program
• Combination of in person, live Zoom, and online learning
• Didactic phase followed by extensive clinical rotations
• Curriculum aligned with ARC PA standards and NCCPA PANCE blueprint
• Focus on preparing confident, practice ready clinicians

Physician associates are essential members of health care teams, working in hospitals, clinics, and specialty practices to diagnose, treat, and support patients across the lifespan.

Ready to learn more? Contact our office to explore program details and next steps.

Interested in a career where you can make a real impact in justice, safety, and your community?

Alvernia University’s Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice (Online) prepares you with the knowledge, skills, and real world experience needed to succeed in today’s evolving criminal justice system.

With faculty who bring professional experience directly into the classroom, you will learn how theory connects to practice across law enforcement, legal services, social services, and public safety.

What makes this program stand out
• Fully online format designed for flexibility
• 7 week courses that fit busy schedules
• Practicum experience with hands on internships at local, state, or federal agencies
• Faculty with real world criminal justice experience
• Strong focus on applied learning and career readiness

Students gain experience that prepares them for careers in policing, corrections, investigations, probation, federal agencies, private security, and more.

Ready to learn more? Contact our office to explore program details and next steps.

"So... is graduate school hard?"

I knew what my student was really asking. He was asking about the reading load, the assignments, the expectations, the balancing act, sure. But he was also asking if he’d be able to do the work of a master's program, or if he’d be able to keep up. If the version of himself walking with me that day was enough to handle what would be asked of him.

Yes, graduate school is hard - but not necessarily in the way you might think.

In my experience and what I've witnessed in our students, it’s not hard simply because the work is challenging or because the standards are high (although they are, and they should be). It’s hard because change is hard. And if you really allow it to and step into it fully, graduate school changes you."

Read more in our Asst. Director of Grad Enrollment's latest article, "What Graduate School Really Asks of Us - Why earning a master's degree changes more than your resume."

✨ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-graduate-school-really-asks-us-alverniagradae-mxude

Ready to lead with purpose in a world that is constantly changing?

Alvernia University’s Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership (Online) is designed for professionals who want to strengthen their leadership skills and make a real impact across teams, organizations, and communities.

This program focuses on developing strategic, ethical leaders who can think critically, collaborate effectively, and navigate complex challenges in today’s global environment.

What makes this program stand out
• Fully online format designed for working professionals
• Focus on systems thinking and real world leadership challenges
• Opportunities to present at conferences and publish with faculty mentors
• Option to participate in a Sustainability Immersion experience in New Brunswick, Canada
• Emphasis on collaboration, innovation, and community impact

Students graduate prepared to lead in corporate, nonprofit, and public sector roles, as well as in consulting, entrepreneurship, and organizational development.

Ready to learn more? Contact our office to explore program details and next steps.

🎉 Congratulations to Gaetan T. Giannini, Ed.D.!

We are proud to celebrate Alvernia University's Chief Enrollment and Strategic Communications Officer, Gaetan Giannini, Ed.D., on being named a recipient of Pennsylvania's Most Influential Leaders Award by Central Penn Business Journal and Lehigh Valley Business.
This prestigious recognition honors business and nonprofit leaders who demonstrate exceptional leadership, vision, integrity, commitment to excellence, and service to their communities.
Through his leadership, Gaetan has helped advance Alvernia's mission of creating opportunities for learners, building strong employer partnerships, and strengthening the workforce throughout eastern Pennsylvania and beyond.
Please join us in congratulating Gaetan on this well-deserved achievement and thanking him for his continued dedication to student success and community impact.
Congratulations, Gaetan!