Realize Your Purpose

Niagara University’s prestigious Holzschuh College of Business Administration prepares undergraduate and graduate students to become future business professionals that lead with integrity and live exemplary lives guided by Catholic and Vincentian traditions. Once students fulfill application requirements, they can enroll as a business major and sample our individual programs before deciding on their ultimate path to a career. As a Niagara student, you’ll take many of your classes in one of our two state-of-the-art business technology classrooms, including our Financial Services Laboratory.

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College of Business by the Numbers

When you enroll in the College of Business, the numbers add up to the right learning environment, the right outcomes, and the right guidance for future success!

The Right Environment 2 designated centers for student engagement
The Right Outcomes 97% graduate placement rate
The Right Guidance 18 average class size
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Undergraduate Programs

Explore our wide range of bachelors degree programs within the Holzschuh College of Business Administration.

Graduate Programs

Graduate programs within the Holzschuh College of Business Administration open up even more opportunities.

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Programs in This College

3+1 Accounting Program

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Accounting

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Data Analytics (Minor)

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Economics

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Finance

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Food Industry Leadership (Minor)

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What makes Holzschuh College of Business Administration at Niagara University the right choice for future educators?

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Leadership

Our students are equipped to be successful. According to the National Survey of Student Engagement (2011), NU 92% of business students at NU had internship, co-op, or field experiences vs. 50% from other U.S. Catholic business schools.

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Relevance

We strive to ensure that our curriculum is current, relevant, and coordinated across disciplines, placing a particular emphasis on technology and the global marketplace. We’ll get you ready to contribute to businesses large and small, today and in the future.

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Ethics

With a curriculum that incorporates the generous spirit of St. Vincent de Paul, our business majors receive an ethics-based education that engages them to operate in professional environments with clarity, purpose and integrity.

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Professional Growth

Just because you’ve graduated and entered the field doesn’t mean your education stops. With our MBA program available to full- and part-time students, Niagara is the only AACSB-accredited program in Western New York specifically designed for working professionals.

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Our binational location provides opportunities for students and faculty to serve and interact with the business community, both locally and on a global scale. Our strong commitment to service and charity gives Niagara students a sense of purpose. According to NSSE (2011), 95% of students in the NU Holzschuh College of Business Administration had volunteer experiences, as compared to 69% of students in other U.S. Catholic business schools.

Business Centers of Excellence

We have three centers within the business college that allow our students to gain meaningful real-world business experience through service to the community.

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Meet the Faculty

The esteemed faculty at Holzschuh College includes professors and fellows from around the world, bringing relevant, and modern business experience to the classroom.

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Public Performance Disclosure

All business students know that the proof is in the numbers. Review our metrics for both graduate and undergraduate student and performance within the college.

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Explore the Full NU Experience

Discover what life as a Purple Eagle will look like! At Niagara University you'll be part of a close-knit community of your peers, making it easy to form lasting connections, lifelong memories, and like-minded pursuit of passion!

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Our stunning campus has so much to offer!

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Discover Your Future

With over 80 programs, which one is right for you?

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Living at NU

Be fully immersed in the benefits of on-campus life.

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NU Commuter Life

Commuters have access to a ton of on-campus perks!

Upcoming Holzschuh College of Business Administration Events

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Graduate Business and MBA Programs (Virtual)

March 13, 2025, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Inquire about our flexible course schedules, including online MBA.

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Friday Open House and Revisit Day

March 21, 2025, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Meet with administrators, world-class faculty, and NU staff that will provide mentorship to help you find your passion.

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Spring Graduate Open House

March 27, 2025, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Flexible scheduling, 100% online options, affordable tuition, and 30+ programs led by renowned faculty, all at our Graduate Open House.

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Graduate Business and MBA Programs (Virtual)

April 7, 2025, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Spring Open House

April 26, 2025, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Discovery awaits around every corner at our Spring Open House.

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Niagara University Launches Supply Chain Management Major

Niagara University’s Holzschuh College of Business Administration is launching a new degree program that will prepare students for successful careers in the diverse and rapidly growing field of supply chain management.

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Tuition & Affordability

Niagara University provides students with a world-class, prestigious educational experience that delivers a very strong return on investment. Discover the many ways in which NU is committed to providing financial assistance and aid to make your college education an affordable option and investment in your future.

Undergraduate Scholarships

Scholarships and grants are a fantastic way to offset the cost of education. Don’t miss out of these opportunities!

Graduate Scholarships

Graduate students have a number of opportunities available to help pay for your advanced degree.

Tuition Rates

Understanding the exact costs of your education is critical to your college decision. Check out this year’s tuition rates!

Financial Aid

Niagara University is committed to making sure each accepted student can afford to attend.

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NU offers rolling admissions, which means that you can apply at any time for the upcoming semester. Applications are reviewed as they come in, and students are typically notified of an admission decision in 3-4 weeks. What’s stopping you?

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Shauna Smith

Administrative Assistant, College of Business Administration

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Kelli Asklar, M.S.

Assistant Dean, Holzschuh College of Business Administration

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Phillip Catanese

Director of Centers & College Outreach

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Event Planner

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Dr. Mark Frascatore

Dean, Holzschuh College of Business Administration

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Melissa Heidt

Manager of Operations

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Dr. Kristine Principe

Associate Dean of Curriculum and Program Development
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Shauna Smith

Administrative Assistant, College of Business Administration

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Dr. Krieg Tidemann

Director of Enrollment and Operations Assistant Professor of Economics

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