Get Your Business Degree Online
Get the facts about online business degree programs.
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Average number of class logins required per week: 2 to 5
Average time spent doing course work: 13 hours per week
Class formats: Synchronous versus Asynchronous. In a synchronous class, all students log in at one set time and are in constant dialogue with the professor and each other. In an asynchronous course, each student logs in independently to complete the course work, although virtual group discussions can also be scheduled.
Tech skills: Ability to use a computer, the Internet, a word processing program and email. Most online degree programs will have training demonstrations to teach you what you need to know.
Computer requirements: A computer, Internet access, a basic Internet browser and email. Each specific degree program will specify its operating system requirements, though most will work with Windows 2000 or later or Mac OS 8.1 or higher.
Human contact: Most online degree programs make it easy to get in touch with your professors and fellow class members via phone, email and discussion threads.
Sources: Data from schools listed on AllBusinessSchools.com, February 2007
What does an Online Business Degree Entail?
Getting a business degree online gives you access to the education you would get in a classroom, but instead of having to get yourself to campus, you simply need a close relationship with your computer. Online business degree programs generally feature the same classes and share the same accreditation and tuition as their on-campus counterparts, although some programs do add on a small technology fee to cover required software. Classes occur through either scheduled or self-directed login times in which you can watch video lectures, review course materials, interact virtually with the professor and other classmates, have online business discussions and complete and turn in assignments.
In addition to the inherent flexibility of taking a class from home, online business courses allow you to do convenient things like pause the video lecture if you find yourself behind in taking notes or need a quick break. Most business specialties have steadily grown more reliant on computers and technology, so getting your degree online can be a good way to transition into using computers to complete accounting tasks. It is important to note that you don't have to be a tech wiz to earn your business degree online; you only need very basic computer and Internet skills to succeed. Online degrees also offer a wonderful way to make your education fit into a busy lifestyle.
Spotlight Schools
Strayer University
Strayer University is dedicated to helping busy, working adults achieve their educational goals with a valuable, real world education in a fast, convenient format offered online or at one of many campus locations.
Select a Campus: Online | Nashville, TN | Rockville, MD | Penn Center West, PA | Charleston, SC | Greenville, SC | Center City, PA | Washington, DC | RTP Campus, NC | Chamblee, GA | Alexandria, VA | Anne Arundel, MD | Arlington, VA | Chesapeake, VA | Chesterfield, VA | Cobb County, GA | Delaware County, PA | Fredericksburg, VA | Henrico, VA | King of Prussia, PA
Northeastern University - College of Business Administration
Northeastern offers its AACSB-accredited MBA program in a 100% online format. They are a world leader in practice-based education focused on expanding students' managerial skills and knowledge base.
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University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix makes quality higher education highly accessible for working students through convenient campus locations and flexible online classes. Get a real-world education with real value.
Select a Campus: Online | Southern California, CA | New Jersey, NJ | Chicagoland, IL | Atlanta, GA | Charlotte, NC | Dallas, TX | Wichita, KS | Raleigh, NC | Ft. Lauderdale, FL | Phoenix, AZ | San Diego, CA | Louisiana, LA | Cleveland, OH | Little Rock, AR | Austin, TX | Vancouver, BC | Sacramento, CA | San Antonio, TX | Philadelphia, PA
