March 26, 2010, Newsletter Issue #209: Are You Qualified To Complete A Master Degree In Business Online?

Tip of the Week

Remember when it was enough to complete high school, maybe get a one or two-year diploma through college, and move into a job where you stayed until retirement? Over the years, society has made (and continues to make) global changes that affect everything from the way we work, to the way we pursue recreational outlets. The result: lifelong learning. Complacency is a no-no in the workplace. To keep up with the organizational and technological changes in today’s corporations, employees must always be looking for ways to further their education, either informally, or formally, through earning a master degree in business online. The question is, are you qualified?

The best online mba programs consider age and experience, GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) scores, and certain course prerequisites when screening applications. The average age of students applying for an online mba degree is about 26 – 30 years. Students accepted into mba programs generally have pertinent work experience spanning 4 – 5 years. Furthermore, the better your GMAT scores, the better your chances of acceptance into the best online mba programs. Aim for a score higher than 600.

In Canada, gaining acceptance into a master degree in business online requires similar prerequisites, but may also include:

An undergraduate degree

A minimum “B” average within the last two years of undergraduate degree There may also be specific course requirements, depending on the mba degree. Before applying to the online program of your choice, make sure you have the necessary prerequisites to avoid unnecessary disappointment.

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