Student Testimonials
"When I initially came to NJCU, I was overwhelmed by the available resources. I'm an OSP-EOF student majoring in Business Management with a concentration in Supply Chain Management, complemented by a minor in Finance, Business Analytics, and Data Science. The EOF program and other advisory members guided me to what is besting the most out of my education and how to take the initiative to find options that best suit my long-term goals. My scholarly journey at the university has been transformative and enriching; experiencing diverse club experiences and beneficial opportunities has continually enhanced my business insight.
Being an e-board member, specifically the Vice President of P3, has aided me in attaining hands-on leadership experience and planning projects and initiatives that bridge theoretical business strategies with some real-world applications. This position has allowed me to develop critical skills in project management, teamwork, and strategic planning. My involvement in ASCM and FMA has expanded my network and sharpened my supply chain operations and financial management knowledge. Additionally, they have provided a medium for engaging discussions and industry insights and have coordinated projects that echo the dynamic nature of today's ever-evolving business scene.
The NJCU's dedication to active learning is prominent in the opportunities it has offered. The Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) program has emphasized the details of the securities industry's driving ideologies and working mechanisms.
The program, along with several business workshops, has shaped my analytical and decision-making skills and taught me the basics of the financial world.
Furthermore, the university's internship programs have been instrumental in my career development. Through NJCU's programs, I can apply classroom theory to actual business issues, gaining worthwhile experience and insight that have enhanced my critical problem-solving and visionary skills. The dynamic opportunities offer a practical application of my studies and build pathways for worthwhile industry connections and future career advancement.
My involvement in various clubs and programs has been central to my growth as an aspiring business leader and as a person. The university has fostered an environment encouraging project-based learning, leadership, and professional development. It enables other students to continually expand their skills to be ready for a successful career in the business world or whatever their passions lie."
"I chose to study at NJCU’s School of Business because of its commitment to fostering an inclusive and tvive community, where you can be anything and everything at the same time. NJCU’s unique environment, combining academic excellence with real-world opportunities, immediately stood out to me as the perfect place to pursue my passions in finance and diplomacy.
From the moment I joined, I felt encouraged to explore diverse opportunities and step out of my comfort zone. One of the most valuable lessons NJCU has taught me is that it’s legendary to be afraid and do it anyway—there is no such thing as failure when you try. This mindset has shaped my journey at NJCU, driving me to take on challenges with confidence and resilience.
One of my proudest achievements was making the Dean’s List in the Fall semester of 2024, a recognition that reflects my dedication and hard work. Additionally, I had the extraordinary honor of being invited—twice—to represent the United States at the UN Major Group for Children and Youth (UN MGCY) during the UN Youth Forum. These opportunities allowed me to engage with global leaders on critical issues and reaffirm my passion for bridging gaps between different communities. It was a powerful reminder of how NJCU’s tv and opportunities extend far beyond the classroom.
NJCU’s unique blend of academic excellence, affordability, and opportunities for personal growth is what truly sets it apart. I am grateful to be part of this vibrant community and am excited about what the future holds."
Accounting Students
When faced with finding the next step in my academic journey, no matter how much I searched the best option always boiled down to NJCU. They don’t just offer a quality B.S. and M.S. program in accounting but have a multitude of knowledgeable professors who are consistently available in class and office hours ready to help you with any questions you might have. In conjunction with amazing professors, they also give students the option to join the Bridge Program (GPA permitting). This program is an accelerated degree program designed to help accounting students meet their 150 credit requirements for the CPA in a portion of the time.
Being part of this university’s accounting program also allows students to establish connections with recruiters from Big Four companies such as Deloitte, PWC, KPMG, and other notable companies such as EisnerAmper. With the culmination of a phenomenal program and exposure to major accounting firms, many students are receiving employment contracts with competitive salaries and signing bonuses to enter the workforce the moment we are set to graduate. I am proud to say that I received my full-time offer from Ernst & Young and am set to start the winter of 2025 as an associate in their Enterprise Risk Consulting service line. Thanks to opportunities and connections made available to me at NJCU I’ve been able to lay the foundation to continue building a successful future.
"Throughout the duration of my five-year higher education experience, I had the pleasure of being a student here at New Jersey City University’s School of Business. During my time at our university, I was provided with the opportunity to develop my identity both personally and professionally. It all began when I inquired about applying for our Accounting - BS/MS Accounting Bridge Program.
Upon admission and acceptance to this collective, I quickly learned that the opportunities and resources available were all at arm's reach because of the foundation set before me. My drive paired with the immense tv network that exists within our Career Services Center at our School of Business allowed me to develop the knowledge, skill set, network and experience that I carry today. Whether it be from our diverse staff consisting of their various different backgrounds and experiences or our dynamic student presence, our classrooms played an integral role in allowing me to identify and define my purposes in the workforce today. The beauty within investing in programs like these at our university is the journey in which your conceptual knowledge eventually becomes applicative. Through the various different volunteering, apprenticeship and internship opportunities I had the pleasure of partaking in, I’ve been provided with the opportunity to exercise both my personalism and professionalism.
All in all, as a result of the investment put forth with regard to my education apart of New Jersey City University’s School of Business: Accounting - BS/MS Accounting Bridge Program, I’ve earned my role as a Digital Assurance and Transparency Associate at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) within the New York Metropolitan market. Believe me when I share with you that the education and experience offered here within our university can tv you in attaining and accomplishing your greatest aspirations!"
Enrolling in New Jersey City University’s Accounting program has been an incredibly rewarding decision for my career. As an undergrad, I had the privilege of being involved with advisors and professors that had equipped me with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in the world of finance and accounting. Through my academic career, I was able to obtain several internships within the field of taxation that played a pivotal role in honing my skills and transforming me into a competitive accountant. Some of the internships and Co-ops I received thanks to NJCU’s Career Services was with Goldman Sachs & PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).
The coursework at NJCU proved to be challenging yet rewarding, but it was the exceptional tv and approachability of the faculty and advisors that truly set this institution apart. As a first-generation student, I had many challenges and questions that some of my professors reassured me with answers and guidance. Advisors like Michael O’Neill, Joshua Iannuzzi & Mildred Altamirano stood out for their unwavering commitment to my success, offering invaluable mentorship and fostering connections that have been instrumental in my journey.
Thanks to my education and experience, I now work at PwC as a tax associate in New York! I am a proud NJCU alumni and will always wear my green hoodie everywhere I go!
As an international student from Cameroon, my journey at the NJCU School of Business has truly transformed my life. After transferring from a community college in Maryland, I had heard wonderful things about NJCU’s program, and I can honestly say I have never looked back. From the moment I stepped onto campus, I felt an overwhelming sense of belonging and tv that has made all the difference.
My aspiration was to secure a position at one of the Big 4 accounting firms, and I am thrilled to share that I have achieved that dream! The incredible resources and opportunities here have been pivotal in my journey. The recruiting events organized by the School of Business Accounting Department were instrumental in landing my internship at Deloitte, where I gained invaluable hands-on experience.
During my time at Deloitte, I was able to apply the knowledge I had acquired in the classroom to real-world challenges, deepening my understanding of accounting practices and honing my analytical skills. Working alongside industry professionals taught me the significance of collaboration and critical thinking in solving complex problems. This experience not only solidified my passion for accounting but also equipped me with the tools necessary to thrive in a competitive field.
I wholeheartedly encourage fellow international students to consider the NJCU School of Business Accounting Program. The unwavering tv I have received has been life-changing, and I can confidently say I would not be on the brink of an exciting career today without this incredible community. NJCU has empowered me with the skills to excel and inspired me to pursue my dreams with determination and heart.
Thank you, NJCU, for helping me shape a future that I once thought was only a dream!
NJCU has built a strong foundation for my career...
My name is Patrice Withy and in 2020, at the peak of COVID_19, I made one of the toughest decisions of my life - returning home to the US after having spent several years in the Caribbean. It was a difficult decision because on the one hand I was eager to pursue my academic goals. On the other hand though, I wrestled with the thought of leaving my eight-year-old daughter behind. My only child!
Which real mother does that? I pondered...
It was heart wrenching!! But then, I was comforted by the fact that she was surrounded by her dad and other family members. So, I eventually left to begin my academic journey at NJCU, where I enrolled in the B.S./M.S. Bridge Program in Accounting. From September 2020 and for the next 3 years, NJCU became that proverbial survival kit. With tools ranging from solid relationships with amazing professors, staff and students, to networks of golden opportunities I thought only existed in Ivy's world (lol). Those tools opened real doors!!
l landed an internship with the no.1 Accounting/Auditing firm in the world - Deloitte. I became NJCU's first Accounting Club President and served as a NJCU Student Senator. In May 2023, I graduated with a B.S. in Accounting - Summa cum laude. And in August 2023, I completed my M.S. in Accounting with a GPA of 3.9. And 'to put the icing on the cake', so to speak, I am now an Audit & Assurance Staff at Deloitte.
Let me tell you some obstacles on the road to success are inevitable. But with NJCU's survival kit, you get over those obstacles effortlessly. Additionally, if you are passionate about pursuing a career in Accounting like I did, the B.S./M.S. Bridge Program in Accounting is the ultimate.
NJCU unlocks doors and can level the playing field, but the rest is up to you!
As an Alumni, I strongly encourage you to:
- Be humble, disciplined, courageous and accountable.
- Have a positive attitude and strive for excellence
- Express your goals to professors and be open to suggestions.
- Communicate effectively
- Become members of associations (e.g.., NABA, NJCPA, AICPA)
NJCU will always have a special place in my heart. Today, I'm a proud Alumni of NJCU and encourage you to make NJCU your university of choice. Most importantly though, become an accounting major and enroll into the B.S./M.S. Bridge Program in Accounting. It changed my life and it can do the same for you.
Thank you NJCU!!!
Marketing Students
"My experience at New Jersey City University was like no other. It’s incredibly hard to come by professors who genuinely care about their students. The University is equipped with like-minded intellectual professors who brought their real life experiences to the classroom to better educate their students far beyond a textbook. NJCU provided me with an experience of a life time. I was given an amazing opportunity to travel to India and compete in an economic competition. It is an accomplishment that I hold dear to my heart. Through NJCU I interned with The Institute for Public Relations (IPR), where I learned first hand from the Director of Communications. That internship provided me with the tools to start up NJCU’s first IPR Street Team. I ended my years at NJCU Magna Cum Laude and with the Student of the Year Award. My education at NJCU has shaped me into the woman I am today. I am extremely thrilled to call NJCU my alma mater."
"The education I received at New Jersey City University paved a path that enabled me to unlock both personal and professional dormant potential. As an alumnus who was already working in the marketing field before obtaining both BA and MBA degrees in Marketing, I can say NJCU further enhanced my skillset and allowed me to take on day-to-day challenges in the real world while confidently excelling in all endeavors I’ve pursued. The University provides an unmatched amount of resources, aid, counseling and much more to both current students as well as graduates. Particularly, I have successfully been able to develop a deeper knowledge of how marketers strategize, build business plans, and read insights with useful analytics, thanks to the implementations and curriculum NJCU has put together and provided throughout the years. As a professional who is constantly looking for ways to network and connect, continuously broadening my knowledge and information, I encourage those interested in Marketing to entrust their education and future to New Jersey City University’s Marketing Department, as an education and degree from the Marketing Department has played an immense part in my thrive of reaching a Senior level position in product marketing."
“New Jersey City University has provided me with a great education and plenty of resources for the best value in New Jersey. This university is equipped with a number of professors who create new interests and understandings due to their experience and passion in the field of marketing. NJCU has allowed me to enter the workforce with a plethora of knowledge and total confidence without the burden of the typical tuition costs that other students incur. My education experience has helped me land a job that I’m thrilled about and acquire lifelong friends with similar interests.”
"I had the immense pleasure of being a student at NJCU School of Business for my undergraduate studies. As a marketing major, I learned and developed numerous skills especially digital marketing, public speaking, and problem-solving skills. Prof. Ashley Manz, Prof. Susan Williams and Dr. Kathleen Rennie put me on the path to success through life lessons and mentorship. Their classes led me to international conferences, international competitions, several internships, and graduate school. It is remarkable to see how NJCU’s marketing department successfully offers this type of faculty tv and unique experiences. I am sure the future of the NJCU’s marketing department with the current faculty is well positioned for continued success."
“New Jersey City University’s Marketing Department has equipped me with the abilities needed to tackle today’s challenges in entering a competitive job market as a recent graduate. Through the courses instructed by Professor Williams, Dr. Rennie, and the stellar faculty of the Marketing Department, students immerse themselves in real-life learning through case study analysis, creative projects, and business strategy implementation. The program has taught me a great deal about a host of marketing topics including integrated marketing communications, market research, brand management, marketing management, and social media; skills that I have effectively leverage every day in my job (and which I’ve proudly shared during interviews). As an enthusiast for creativity and innovation, the field of marketing enables me to create meaningful connections – whether it’s companies with clients or products with consumers. Don’t wait – allow NJCU’s Marketing Department to help jump start your journey in pursuing your passions!”