School of Business & Technology
Message from Dean Porterfield
Tobin Porterfield, PhD
Welcome to the School of Business and Technology at Holy Family University. As your Dean, I am honored to lead a community dedicated to "Advancing Knowledge and Transforming Lives" through a values-based foundation and industry-focused education.
I bring a unique blend of global academic leadership and 17 years of professional industry experience. My personal journey as a first-generation college student informs my engaged learning vision: creating a student-centered environment that is impactful, inclusive, and true to the unique DNA of Holy Family University.
Our school offers a transformative experience where students are challenged to think critically in small, supportive classes. We provide a wealth of experiential learning opportunities, including internships, responsible AI use, and industry partnerships that ensure "real-world readiness". Whether you are beginning your undergraduate journey or advancing your career through our flexible graduate programs, you will be mentored by faculty who bring practical, relevant experience to the classroom.
My commitment is to build on our existing strengths while driving program innovation and deepening our engagement with regional business leaders. We are dedicated to preparing you for a rapidly changing professional landscape by bridging the gap between classroom theory and industry practice. I invite you to explore our offerings and join a culture where every student is valued and empowered to thrive.
Meet Our Faculty
At the heart of Holy Family University is its esteemed faculty who are renowned practitioners, scholars, and researchers. Our faculty are committed to their areas of expertise and to sharing their knowledge on behalf of student success.
About
The School of Business & Technology serves the community and the region by cultivating knowledge, ethical judgment, global perspectives, innovative approaches to problem-solving, and robust partnerships. We are deeply connected to the local business community as well as the City of Philadelphia, providing students with a wide range of internship and career opportunities.
From Accounting and Business Analytics to Computer Information Systems, or Sport Marketing-Management, Holy Family University’s School of Business & Technology delivers current and relevant courses that are immediately applicable to today’s workforce. Leadership skills, communication concepts, ethical reasoning, and strategic planning are embedded throughout our courses, giving students a distinct advantage in achieving their career objectives.
Undergraduate Programs
Majors
- Accounting, B.A.
- Applied Computer Science, B.A.
- Bachelor of Arts and Master of Business Administration (4+1 Program), B.A, M.B.A.
- Business Administration, B.A.
- Business Analytics, B.A.
- Computer Information Systems, B.A.
- Cybersecurity Administration, B.A.
- Cybersecurity and IT Management, B.A.
- Healthcare Administration and Management, B.A.
- Management-Marketing, B.A. (No longer accepting new students)
- Marketing, B.A.
- Professional Sales and Marketing
- Sport Marketing-Management, B.A.
- Supply Chain Management, B.A.
Minors
- Business Administration
- Business Analytics
- Computer Information Systems
- Cybersecurity Administration
- Digital Marketing
- Management-Marketing