In your words the onr of primary reasons to go to ...

2007-05-30T10:46:00.000-06:00

In your words the onr of primary reasons to go to B school is for networking and learning to solve real world problems. I would think that many if not the majority of those enrolled in on-line graduate programs have done so because they are already in the work force. Unless these individuals are working in a cave or, have their heads buried in the sand it is pretty likely that they are already solving real world problems. In addition, the people they are networking with are more apt to be able to further their career here and now rather than at some point in the unforseen future. It's great to take pride in your education and from whence it came but, isn't one of the purposes of B school to teach people how to come up with new and alternative solutions to the same old issues? Like maybe getting relevant hands on experience and getting an on-line degree at the same time?

Interesting post and comments from you. Not all on...

2007-01-29T03:09:00.000-07:00

Interesting post and comments from you. Not all online MBA programs are created equal. I attend one that is not only accredited but also is "ranked" in the top 30 programs in the country. (Higher than BYU if you're interested and not offended...)
I strongly disagree that such a program doesn't entail the network, team work, discussion of business cases etc. As a matter of fact, I have found it to be far more interactive than my undergraduate studies where I was in a traditional brick and mortar environment. I not only have the exact same curriculum, professors, and standards from the ground campus, but I also find that you are actually far more "visible" in this environment. Each time you "raise your hand" in a virtual environment everyone sees you. Professors actually respond and take the time to interact even if it's not within a certain window or office hour block. I have spent many hours in physical classrooms where one can simply sit and rot away without ever being noticed. Business is done largely via email, conference calling, and through virtual teams. Learning how to communicate and "gel" with your classmates in such an environment is very timely and applicable in today's marketplace. There has been nothing "isolated" with my MBA experience. Far from it! Lastly, once I graduate this year I will have the exact same degree and credentials as those from my ground campus. ...and back to the ranking thing...since apparently that's much of what is marketed...I will graduate from the WP Carey School of Business at Arizona State University. BTW...where is BYU ranked?

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In your words the onr of primary reasons to go to ...

Interesting post and comments from you. Not all on...