Rexford and the Bronx, NY — Manhattan University’s School of Business, a regionally accredited, not-for-profit educational institution, has officially been granted curriculum approval by the New York State Department of Education for its custom Bachelor’s degree management track for funeral directors. The specialized academic pathway was built and developed in close consultation with higher education and industry design firm Vector Dimensions LLC (Vector D).
This milestone state authorization fully greenlights Manhattan University to administer and deliver the custom management curriculum. The online program allows licensed funeral directors, current mortuary science students, and associate degree graduates to seamlessly transition into comprehensive business management roles.
“As a fourth-generation licensed funeral director who has spent years navigating both the daily operational realities of funeral service and the rigorous standards of higher education administration, I know exactly what tools professionals need to succeed,” said Brian Kasler, C.F.S.P., Founder of Vector Dimensions LLC. “By combining Manhattan University’s prestigious academic infrastructure with Vector D’s targeted curriculum design, we have created an approved pathway that respects a student’s prior technical training while building critical leadership and corporate operational skills.”
Expanding Strategic Educational Alliances
In addition to this newly authorized track at Manhattan University, Vector D continues to expand specialized business and professional options for the funeral industry through its growing network of regional university partnerships:
• Mercy University Working Agreement: Vector D maintains an active operational agreement with Mercy University to provide a dedicated Business Management program (B.S. in Organizational Management) featuring a career-focused track in Funeral Home Management.
• Iona University Partnership: Vector D has partnered with Iona University to deliver custom Professional Programming and Continuing Education designed specifically for active funeral directors and their support staff.
Now Fully Operational at Manhattan University
With official state authorization secured by the university, student enrollment is open across both core phases of the program:
• Bachelor’s Degree Management Track (Newly Approved): Open to practicing funeral directors and mortuary science graduates. The university provides detailed credit-mapping documentation to maximize transfer credits from accredited associate-level programs.
• Master’s Degree Program (Active Enrollment): Actively enrolling mortuary science instructors and funeral service professionals who already hold a Bachelor’s degree and seek career advancement.
Core Program Features & Highlights
• Flexible Online Learning: Delivered entirely online to accommodate the demanding and non-traditional schedules of active funeral service professionals.
• Expert Academic Faculty: Built and instructed by university professors holding terminal PhD and Master’s degrees alongside veteran, licensed funeral directors.
• Financial Aid Eligibility: Enrolled students may apply for Title IV educational financial aid administered directly through Manhattan University.
Contact & Program Directory
Please route inquiries to the appropriate organization or department:
For College Articulation Agreements & Vector D Program Design:
Brian Kasler, C.F.S.P.
Vector Dimensions LLC
Email: bkasler@vectordimensions.com
For General Undergraduate Admissions & Enrollment Applications: Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Manhattan University
Phone: (718) 862-7200
Email: admit@manhattan.edu
For Graduate Admissions (Master’s Track):
Office of Graduate Admissions
Manhattan University
Phone: (718) 862-8200
Email: gradadmit@manhattan.edu
For O’Malley School of Business Academic Administration:
Office of the Dean
O’Malley School of Business
Manhattan University
Email: grishma.shah@manhattan.edu
About Vector Dimensions LLC
Vector Dimensions LLC (Vector D) provides specialized educational pathways, instructional course design, and modern technology integration for the fields of Funeral Service and Mortuary Science. Formed by experienced higher education administrators and licensed practitioners, Vector D partners with regionally accredited universities to elevate the business acumen, management strengths, and professional licensing standards of the funeral service workforce.
