Silberman College of Business Corporate Partnerships

Silberman College of Business has partnered with selected local corporations to assist them with their talent development needs. By tailoring our programs to the needs of the working professional, we help them level-up their proficiency portfolio and acquire career-ready competencies. Through these collaborative partnerships, we work together with our corporate partners to build opportunities that meet the needs of their employees seeking to advance their careers. Our programs are delivered on-site at the corporate partner campus in a hybrid format, enabling a convenient pathway for employees to earn the necessary educational credentials while continuing to work full-time.

This page will provide you with information that will help address questions that you may have. If you still need additional clarifications, please email Sue Slavin who will be able to assist you further.

Frequently Asked Questions

During the Admissions Process

What materials do I need in order to apply?
In order to submit your application, you must upload an up-to-date resume and transcript. An unofficial transcript may be reviewed until an official transcript can be submitted.
Please note that if you have an international transcript, it must be evaluated by a NACES member institution. Unofficial marksheets may be reviewed until an official NACES course-by-course evaluated transcript can be submitted.
How do I apply?
Interested students should Create an Account through our admissions portal and apply here. Any admissions related questions can be directed to grad@fdu.edu.
How many waivers am I eligible to earn?
Students can waive up to 13 credits in the MBA program. Students who have taken classes like accounting, economics, entrepreneurship, finance, law, marketing, and management previously may be eligible for waivers. Please review our waiver and transfer policies found here.

Once Admitted

Congratulations on your admissions decision! What's next?
Once admitted, please make sure you complete the following items:
  1. Return your Intent to Enroll form
  2. Claim your FDU NetID here.
  3. Refer to an email from transactcampus.com to submit your photo. We can help you get your student ID from there.
  4. If applicable, submit your corporate reimbursement forms (scroll down on the linked page).
I'm no longer receiving any program-related emails.
Once you are admitted, all official university correspondence will be sent to your student email address. To log into your student email and FDU's Microsoft 365, please go here.
How do I register for classes?
Every semester, each cohort will be emailed the list of classes (including sections). To register, log into Self-Service to make your course selections and complete the registration process. Self-Service has a number of tutorials to help guide you through the process.
What do I need to do to prepare for the start of classes?
  • Quantitative Fundamentals: All students must have a fundamental understanding of statistics and quantitative skills.Please review our fundamentals page for more information.
  • Self-Service: Familiarize yourself with Self-Service. Not only will you register for classes here, but you can also find items including but limited to your schedule, your tuition bill, and your unofficial transcripts.
  • WebCampus: Log into WebCampus to find your registered classes. Any class materials (including books you need for the class) will be posted here. You can reach out to your professor as it relates to specific courses.

Taking Classes

What is the course format?
Classes are offered in a hybrid format alternating between in-person coursework and asynchronous coursework:
  • Eight (8) week courses meet in-person five (5) times.
  • Twelve (12) week courses offered over the summer generally meet in-person eight (8) times.
  • Fifteen (15) week courses (fall and spring) meet in-person 10 times.
Can I make a change to my class schedule?
As part of a cohort, students are encouraged to continue with the course schedule that they are provided. It is challenging to take classes off-track either by attempting to accelerate the program duration; or by skipping coursework. There are significant benefits to taking classes with your cohort.
Can I join classes remotely?
We encourage students to attend in-person sessions, in-person. However, we understand that traveling for work may be necessary and we suggest that you work with your professor regarding your absence.

Billing

What are my payment options?
Once you are registered for classes, a bill will be generated and you can view it in Self-Service . You have multiple payment options. Here are some of the options:
  • Pay in full within five days of registering, or by the payment deadline;
  • Sign-up for a monthly payment plan (i.e. FDU Deferred Payment Plan);
  • Sign-up for the Corporate Reimbursement Deferred Payment Plan
All payment options and details for each option can be found here.
Please note that you must pay FDU and your company, depending upon its policy, will reimburse you directly.
How often am I billed?
At minimum, you will receive one bill for each semester that you are registered. Bills are generated based on the number of credits for which you are registered. If you change the number of credits you are registered for within the semester, your bill may be adjusted.
Are books included with my tuition?
No, books are not included with tuition. Your professor will let you know which books are required. There may be many different options to obtain these materials, and you can choose the way that suits you best.

Getting ready to graduate

How long will it take to complete this program?
Program duration depends upon a number of factors and can depend upon your cohort. However, in general, degree plans will show an estimated program length to be between two to three years.
I'm almost done with classes. Now what?
Congratulations! Approximately two semesters before you graduate, log into Self-Service to apply for graduation. Please ensure that your name and address (especially if you plan on moving) are submitted accurately as your name will be printed on your diploma and your diploma will be mailed to the address you list.
When should I expect my diploma?
Each year, Fairleigh Dickinson University has three graduation dates: February, May, and September. Expect your diploma to arrive in the mail approximately six to eight weeks after your graduation date.
Can I participate in commencement?
Fairleigh Dickinson University hosts one commencement each year in May. When you're close to graduating, look for details in your student email.
Current Corporate Partners