Gain the skills and hands-on experience to lead confidently in any business setting. With Siena's Management program, you’ll graduate ready for top roles, backed by real-world projects, internships, and mentorship from industry experts.
| program Type | Department | School |
| Undergraduate Major, Undergraduate Minor | Management | School of Business |
Get more than a degree—gain the skills and experience that set you apart. At Siena, management isn't just something you study; it's something you do. You'll actively engage in real-world experiences that prepare you to tackle today's business challenges, all guided by faculty who have been in your shoes as CEOs, consultants, and entrepreneurs.
Your journey is unique, and Siena's Management program offers the flexibility to follow your passion. Choose from seven specialized tracks:
These tracks aren’t just labels—they’re opportunities to dive deep into areas that excite you, ensuring you graduate with expertise that aligns with your goals.
Our faculty aren’t just professors; they're mentors with real-world experience. You’ll learn from leaders who've managed Fortune 500 projects, launched successful startups, and written the textbooks others teach from. They’re here to unlock your potential, offering insights that connect theory to practice.
At Siena, you're not just another student. You're part of a community that believes in your potential. Our faculty, advisors, and alumni network are here to mentor you, opening doors and providing the support you need to succeed. It’s an experience rooted in values, where you’ll find the confidence, skills, and connections that set you up for a lifetime of success.
In collaboration with Dr. Andrea Smith-Hunter, Maria Carzo, a management graduate of 2024, conducted research on a wide range of topics, including student-athlete experiences and the role of women in entrepreneurship across different continents.
Siena's BUDV450 capstone class partnered with Common Roots Brewing Co. for a real-world consulting project. Guided by professors Natasha Adams and Daniel Robeson, students developed strategic recommendations to support the brewery’s growth and its non-profit foundation after a devastating 2019 fire. The hands-on experience included pitching their ideas directly to Common Roots leadership, impressing them with innovative, actionable insights. This collaboration gave students a unique chance to apply classroom knowledge, gain real-world experience, and build skills in strategy and business communication.
Imagine interning at Price Chopper, GE, KPMG, or even the Special Olympics New York—that’s the level of opportunity you'll have at Siena. We’re committed to opening doors, so you graduate with a portfolio of experience that proves your value. These internships aren't just résumé builders; they’re the springboard to full-time job offers, connections, and career clarity.
Siena’s Management graduates are prepared to lead in every industry. They have built careers at companies like Goldman Sachs Ayco, General Electric, IBM, PwC, Morgan Stanley, Regeneron, OpenText, Mary Kay, Fidelis Care, Albany Med, and the New York State Government. Alumni step into roles such as Director of Account Management, Project Manager, and Business Development Manager, carrying the confidence and skills that come with a Siena education.
Yes. A management degree can prepare you for careers across a wide range of industries because organizations need professionals who can lead teams, solve problems, manage projects, make decisions, and improve how organizations operate. Siena’s management program combines business knowledge with practical skills in leadership, communication, decision-making, teamwork, innovation, and operations.
A management degree can prepare you for careers in business operations, project management, human resources, sales, consulting, entrepreneurship, leadership, and more. Management skills can be applied in nearly any industry, including business, healthcare, government, nonprofit organizations, sports, and technology.
Management graduates can pursue roles such as project coordinator, operations coordinator, human resources specialist, business development representative, management consultant, sales manager, training and development specialist, and administrative manager. Some graduates also use their management education to start their own businesses or continue on to graduate school.
No. A management degree does not mean you have to become a manager immediately after graduation. Management programs develop skills in leadership, communication, problem-solving, decision-making, teamwork, and project management that can be useful in many entry-level business and organizational roles. As you gain experience, these skills can also prepare you to take on leadership responsibilities.
Management majors learn how organizations operate and how to work effectively with people, teams, and resources. At Siena, students develop skills in communication, decision-making and planning, human resources development, innovation and entrepreneurship, operations management, teamwork, and leadership. Students also have opportunities for hands-on learning throughout their management courses.
Yes. Management can be a strong major for students interested in entrepreneurship because it combines business knowledge with skills in leadership, decision-making, planning, innovation, and problem-solving. Siena offers an Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management track, and students can also develop entrepreneurial skills through hands-on experiences and opportunities through the School of Business.
Management is a broad major, which can be an advantage for students who want flexibility in their career options. Siena students can choose electives or specialize through tracks in areas such as entrepreneurship and small business management, international management, human resource management, project management, leadership, strategic management, and sport management.
