We all are aware of
the trends in overseas education these days. Each and every student aspires to
pursue an MBA from abroad whether online or regular. If they cannot afford a
regular MBA or due to other reasons like
family, work or any other reason they wish to pursue MBA 'Online' or popularly
called Distance Learning MBAs. It is also termed as e-learning MBA or 'fast track MBAs'.
The major benefit of
pursuing an Online Degree is its flexibility, and convenient access from
anywhere in the world. For this you just need an internet connection. Online
MBA programs can be defined as courses that are taught solely online, without
visiting the school. While Distance learning MBA programs are hybrid courses,
where the predominant mode of study is online, but the student will be expected
to attend some campus based lectures, such as a residential course during over
a long weekend.
With so many
different studying options available, and with very few students who have done
an online MBA to share experience as a result of the online MBA's relative
infancy, how does a potential MBA student decide which online MBA course is the
right choice?
For this You are suggested to check out the
Business Schools that are already accredited after operating MBA programs on
campus for years. No matter which MBA platform you chose, you will be earning
the same qualification. All of the Business Schools involve the same curriculum
which includes a strong foundation in accounting, management, finance,
marketing and supply chain.
You should also
check out the accreditation body of the B-School you are considering for an
online MBA. The accreditation of B-School becomes an important factor for
recruiters or companies at the time of placement. Most of these B-schools
really do appear to be more concerned with making money than educating their
students, that’s why you need to be more careful while selecting a B-School for
your MBA education. Any XYZ organization with a name like a B-School and
calling itself a B-School, doesn't necessarily mean that they are genuinely
interested in providing education to there students. That’s why accreditation
becomes important and you need to be extra careful while taking decisions about
your college.
One obvious drawback
to any MBA program taught exclusively online is the lack of development of a
team working abilities, face-to-face interaction with fellow students,
leadership skills etc. Kelley Business School (KBS) claims that their online
lectures are very interactive but yes in a different way. Students from
different countries are online at the same time and they work on projects
together which enhances team work skills as well.
Recruiters these
days have started valuing applicants who study Online or Distance Learning MBA
for the main and simple reason that most of the applicants have either years of
work experience already or they are working that is why they opted for an online
study option. On the hand, students who are fresher from regular campus / MBA
programs can only claim to work hard.
But again it is a
fact that nothing can replace a regular classroom program. The online students
do not often log in for discussions, chat sessions, team meetings etc. They do
not complete their class assignments on time / before the given deadline. Also,
please note that if you need to be at a class at a certain time to motivate
yourself to keep up with your studies, an online program is not for you.
Recruiters prefer students with a regular degree programs along with some
relevant work experience. Therefore, it is always beneficial to first gain some
relevant work experience in your home country, score well in GMAT and
TOEFL/IELTS and get admission in a reputed B-School and then the world will be
at your feet!
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queries below and we shall be more than happy to answer them!
Best wishes for your career!
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