MassBay Community College Campuses

Massachusetts Bay Community College (MassBay) at the Wellesley Hills Campus offers a wide array of associate degree and certificate programs designed to prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions or direct entry into the workforce. The curriculum emphasizes practical skills, critical thinking, and hands-on learning across various disciplines.

• Business Administration: Courses cover accounting principles, marketing strategies, management fundamentals, business law, and entrepreneurship. Students learn financial analysis, organizational behavior, and e-commerce through case studies and simulations, preparing for roles in corporate settings or starting their own ventures.
• Health Sciences: Programs include nursing, medical assisting, and radiologic technology. Core courses focus on anatomy and physiology, patient care techniques, medical terminology, pharmacology, and clinical practicums. Emphasis is placed on ethical practices, infection control, and healthcare technology to meet industry standards.
• Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM): Offerings encompass computer science, engineering technology, biotechnology, and environmental science. Students study programming languages like Java and Python, circuit design, data analysis, calculus, and lab-based research methods. Facilities include modern labs for experimentation and project-based learning.
• Liberal Arts and Humanities: General education courses in English composition, history, psychology, sociology, and foreign languages build foundational skills. Advanced options include literature analysis, cultural studies, and philosophy, fostering communication and global awareness for transfer students.
• Criminal Justice: Curriculum explores law enforcement, corrections, forensics, and juvenile justice. Courses teach constitutional law, criminology theories, investigative techniques, and ethics in policing, with opportunities for internships.
• Early Childhood Education: Focuses on child development, curriculum planning, inclusive education, and family dynamics. Practical training includes observation in preschool settings and designing age-appropriate activities.
• Information Technology: Covers networking, cybersecurity, web development, and database management. Students gain certifications in Cisco, Microsoft, and CompTIA, with hands-on projects in system administration and ethical hacking.
• Visual and Performing Arts: Includes graphic design, music, theater, and studio art. Courses teach digital tools like Adobe Suite, composition techniques, performance skills, and art history for creative careers.

Additionally, MassBay provides workforce development through non-credit courses in areas like project management, ESL, and healthcare certifications. The campus supports flexible scheduling with online, hybrid, and evening options to accommodate diverse learners. Overall, these programs total over 70 options, ensuring comprehensive education tailored to regional needs in Greater Boston. Faculty bring industry expertise, and partnerships with local employers enhance job placement rates above 90%. This holistic approach empowers students to achieve academic and professional success in a supportive environment.