EDUCATION & CAREERS
Is Online Distance Learning for You?
by: John Scott
Many individuals these days are ditching the classroom for online distance learning courses. Kids, work,
schedules, and life sometimes leave little room for
school. Online distance learning courses are mainly
aimed towards working professionals who do not have
the time to attend regular courses because of their
schedules. Online distance learning programs offers
a variety of open courses that are conducted around
the globe. So how do you figure out what online distance learning program works for you? Conducting
your own research, visiting university campuses, attending annual fairs can help guide you to a program
that works best for you.
First, you may want to conduct some general research
online regarding online distance learning programs
that interest you. Most courses are conducted via the
e-learning mode, with the help of emails, teleconference, video, and audio. It’s important to identify what
each program entails. Look and filter through various
university websites to see what programs are offered
and could possibly work with your schedule.
Once you have a few online distance learning programs under consideration, its important to research
qualifications for admission at each university. Some
general criteria for online distance learning MBA admissions include having a good previous academic
background, two or more years of work experience
in the field of your choice, and two or more letters of
recommendations.
Many universities conduct information sessions where
you are allowed to view and tour the university premises. You may also perform a background check on
the university by contacting staff and current or former
students.
Most universities have alumni associations that organize activities where you can connect with former
students who have taken online distance learning
courses. At these events, you can approach alumni for
information regarding the school and which programs
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