Santa Clara University

Santa Clara University

GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS

The Leavey School of Business offers graduate programs leading to the MBA degree with coursework in accounting, economics, finance, management, marketing, and operations management and information systems. The Executive MBA program is an intensive 17-month program designed for seasoned professionals. The business school offers a graduate program leading to the Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) designed to prepare students for advancement in the information systems management field. In conjunction with the law school, the business school also offers joint degree programs leading to a J.D./MBA and J.D./MSIS.

The School of Law offers programs leading to the degrees of Juris Doctor (J.D.) and Master of Laws (LL.M.). J.D. students may earn certificates of specialization in high technology law, international law, and public interest and social justice law. A broad curriculum also includes business and commercial law, taxation, criminal law and trial advocacy, environmental law, estate planning, labor law, health law, legal writing and research, as well as opportunities for externships, clinical work, and professional skill development.

The School of Engineering offers graduate programs leading to the Master of Science degree in applied mathematics, civil engineering, computer science and engineering, electrical engineering, engineering management, mechanical engineering, software engineering, and sustainable energy; and the Engineer’s Degree in computer science and engineering, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering. The engineering school also offers the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in computer science and engineering, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering.

The School of Education and Counseling Psychology offers graduate programs leading to the Master of Arts degree in interdisciplinary education, educational administration, counseling psychology, and counseling. The Department of Education offers teacher credential programs for single-subject teaching, multiple-subject teaching, California Clear, and administrative services; and a certificate program in Catholic school leadership. The graduate degree in Counseling Psychology can lead to licensure for marriage and family therapists and/or licensed professional counselors. The department includes emphasis programs in health, correctional, and Latino counseling.

The Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University is one of only two Jesuit theological centers in the United States operated by the Society of Jesus, as the order of Catholic priests is known. Additionally, JST is one of only two Jesuit theological centers in the country that offers three ecclesiastical degrees qualified by the Vatican Congregation of Catholic Education. JST also offers four additional advanced theological degrees, as well as sabbatical and certificate programs for clergy, religious, and lay people.