The programs offered by the School of Business and Professional Studies prepare our students for careers in education, business, and hospitality, and restaurant management, as well as in the recreation and leisure professions. Students also gain a valuable foundation for further study in graduate and professional school. Through real-world experiences, leadership development, hands-on research, and an array of enrichment programs, our Bachelor of Science programs provide students with the knowledge and skills to grow as professionals in their chosen fields. Our primary goal is to prepare our students to enjoy successful careers, pursue graduate or professional education, and have a positive impact on society. This program (education) meets The Bureau of School Leadership and Teacher Quality’s established program standards.
Department Chairperson: Dr. O Denis Ekwerike ODEkwerike@cheyney.edu (610)399-2167 Department Secretary: Ms. Michele Malloy Academic Department Secretary Business, Education and Professional Studies mmalloy@cheyney.edu (610)399-2324
The Business Administration program promotes academic excellence and the development of our students as professional leaders. By challenging our students and utilizing up-to-date techniques and personal counseling, the program prepares our graduates to be successful professionals and business owners, or to pursue graduate studies.
The Recreation and Leisure Management program prepares students for job opportunities in any recreational setting through:
- Understanding of concepts and philosophies
- Development of a personal, professional philosophy of recreation.
- Thorough knowledge of the nature and history of the recreation movement, its origin, and current trends.
- Opportunities to demonstrate competence, academic knowledge, and physical skills for eminent leadership recreation.
General Education
The General Education (Gen Ed) program is a common set of courses that all students must satisfy prior to graduating from the University. Through this program, Cheyney aims to shape confident, competent, reflective, and visionary leaders and responsible citizens.
Through a cutting-edge, experiential education, our graduating students are industry-experienced, technologically savvy, and effective oral and written communicators. With an ability to think critically and to systematically solve problems, our students are prepared to succeed in these competitive and growing fields.
The HRTM Program at Cheyney is proudly accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hotel Administration(ACPHA).
Mission
The Early Childhood Education Pre-K-Grade 4 and Early Childhood Special Education Pre-K-Grade 8 programs leading to dual initial certification at Cheyney University prepare early education professionals who are committed to the well-being of young children with and without disabilities. Our degree programs provide an in-depth, coordinated study of the physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs of the developing child. Our students are prepared to engage in the real world, skillfully addressing important issues pertaining to inclusive education through pedagogical, political, psychological, and sociological perspectives. Students learn how to plan, implement and assess developmentally-appropriate lessons/activities for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary school-age children.
Utilizing an integrated curriculum approach of early childhood education, early childhood special education, and English language learners education content, the Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education programs prepare initial certification students to become competent early childhood teachers, early interventionists, early childhood special education professionals, decision makers, and leaders.
Coursework is designed to incorporate Field Experiences which are embedded in required courses beginning in the freshman year and continuing throughout the sophomore and junior years. Methods courses help students learn about early childhood and early childhood special education curriculum and the teaching methods for the arts, science, math, social studies and language arts. Twelve-weeks of full-time student teaching during the second semester of the senior year is assigned in public and private school settings. . Upon completion of the program, candidates for the Bachelor of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Special Education are eligible to pursue teacher certification through the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s teacher certification testing program.
Mission
The Early Childhood Education Pre-K-Grade 4 and Early Childhood Special Education Pre-K-Grade 8 programs leading to dual initial certification at Cheyney University prepare early education professionals who are committed to the well-being of young children with and without disabilities. Our degree programs provide an in-depth, coordinated study of the physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs of the developing child. Our students are prepared to engage in the real world, skillfully addressing important issues pertaining to inclusive education through pedagogical, political, psychological, and sociological perspectives. Students learn how to plan, implement and assess developmentally-appropriate lessons/activities for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary school-age children.
Utilizing an integrated curriculum approach of early childhood education, early childhood special education, and English language learners education content, the Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education programs prepare initial certification students to become competent early childhood teachers, early interventionists, early childhood special education professionals, decision makers, and leaders.
Coursework is designed to incorporate Field Experiences which are embedded in required courses beginning in the freshman year and continuing throughout the sophomore and junior years. Methods courses help students learn about early childhood and early childhood special education curriculum and the teaching methods for the arts, science, math, social studies and language arts. Twelve-weeks of full-time student teaching during the second semester of the senior year is assigned in public and private school settings. . Upon completion of the program, candidates for the Bachelor of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Special Education are eligible to pursue teacher certification through the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s teacher certification testing program.