Hi, many australian universities have three terms per year, so You could do 4 modules each term, finishing 12 modules in one year. But be aware that this is full time load - really. You may want to have a look at: http://www.usq.edu.au/handbook/current/ Good luck
I would be very cautious about enrolling in either AIU or CTU because of their cost/reputations to mention nothing about other questions concerning their programs.
I am not sure I would want a MS that was less than 18 months in duration, assuming you are working as well. Norwich has some degrees (MS) that can be completed in 18 months.
Opinions are Like........ scubasteveiu There are many well known RA and DETC master degrees that are less than 18 months. Please research your answer or state that it’s your opinion. Believe it or not from my personal experience none of my employees were penalized for having a UoP or AIU, even a CTU degree. DaveHayden, Again, this is opinion about the schools. AIU has a 10 Month program and CTU has a 15 month program (fact). As for price, well, they are expensive and it’s a for profit school. I'm unaware of problems surrounding CTU, I’ve been on this board long enough to know that conjecture and bias opinions rule, every now and then the truth pops out and we all grow from it. No school is perfect, I had a bad experience signing up at CTU due to their pushy staff but things leveled out just fine for me. I was planning to attend Touro but I had a terrible problem getting them to call me in Japan or even returning my e-mails. I still like the school and am considering a second masters from them. Summary, I've attended both schools and know of many people overseas that are doing the same. So as for utility, I would say “It Works For Me" and my fellow students. I'm a month or so away from closure on my degree and have learned a significant amount of knowledge on information system security and project management that I can use in my career. This has been my opinion with a little bit of facts, I hope you make the choice that fit you and your life. Thanx
Hi vonnell1, Did you see the word *I* in my post? Did my post read *fact*, this is the gospel? No, it didn't. Did I ever say anything about anyone being penalized? No, I didn't. I am not sure where UoP came into the mix, but I guess you wanted to toss it in for fun. As for the other two, I never said there was anything wrong with the other schools, just that for a working adult cramming 1.5 - 2 years worth of work into 10 - 15 months is questionable. Keep in mind, you could conceivably complete my program in 15 / 16 months, but I am not sure if it’s the best thing for learning. As for MS Security, I selected my school based on course list, NSA backing, cost and teaching medium / style - Capitol won hands down. I even thought about CTU, but the people reminded me a little of UoP. I will still stick to my guns on the original question by lcgreen. A one year masters in IT, I would not advise it. Also, what are the other "well known" RA / DETC 18 month masters (keeping in mind I said less than 18 months)? Or better yet, to answer lcgreen's question, give us some 12 month programs. -S
Check Aspen University (www.aspen.edu) and their MSIT programme. You could complete it within 12 months via independent study mode.
More Info For Ya scubasteveiu, Capital is a very good school for a network security degree, but also look at the degree’s versatility. NSA standards are nice and very practical for certain government contractors and government work. MSNS is simply that a masters in network security. If you plan to grow beyond a server farm mentality I would have looked at some of the other selections on that list from NSA like Norwich’s Masters of Science in Information Assurance (MSIA) possibly. I selected CTU because it’s a masters in management in information system security. I realize I don’t plan to limit my horizons by locking myself into a technical track, but that’s only for me to decide. You have decided another path and that fine, the IT world needs us both. As you can see from Horne’s reply there are DETC Schools out there also that meet the challenge. I would advise anyone looking for an IT or other degree, get what fits your future, not the crowds. I certainly wish you luck with your career and Capital is a fine school for the path you're taking. I work for the government and as of 2 months ago was selected for interim CIO for a government facility. I have been a GS13 Chief Technical Officer (CTO) for 4 years and in IT for a total of 16 years. So, I'm not putting down your school just letting you know there are various paths to success in IT. Again, I wish you the best. *WinK* Vonnell Links to Programs CTU http://ctuonline.edu/infotech/msm/infosys_security.asp Capital http://www.capitol-college.edu/academicprograms/graduateprograms/msns/index.shtml AIU http://information-technology.aiuonline.edu/programdetails/masters_it.asp Aspen http://www.aspen.edu/programs/graduate_programs.htm UoP http://online.phoenix.edu/CampusProgramDescript.asp?program=MIS/M Norwich http://www.msia.norwich.edu/overview.htm
More Info For Ya scubasteveiu, Capital is a very good school for a network security degree, but also look at the degree’s versatility. NSA standards are nice and very practical for certain government contractors and government work. MSNS is simply that a masters in network security. If you plan to grow beyond a server farm mentality I would have looked at some of the other selections on that list from NSA like Norwich’s Masters of Science in Information Assurance (MSIA) possibly. I selected CTU because it’s a masters in management in information system security. I realize I don’t plan to limit my horizons by locking myself into a technical track, but that’s only for me to decide. You have decided another path and that fine, the IT world needs us both. As you can see from Horne’s reply there are DETC Schools out there also that meet the challenge. I would advise anyone looking for an IT or other degree, get what fits your future, not the crowds. I certainly wish you luck with your career and Capital is a fine school for the path you're taking. I work for the government and as of 2 months ago was selected for interim CIO for a government facility. I have been a GS13 Chief Technical Officer (CTO) for 4 years and in IT for a total of 16 years. So, I'm not putting down your school just letting you know there are various paths to success in IT. Again, I wish you the best. *WinK* Vonnell Links to Programs CTU http://ctuonline.edu/infotech/msm/infosys_security.asp Capital http://www.capitol-college.edu/academicprograms/graduateprograms/msns/index.shtml AIU http://information-technology.aiuonline.edu/programdetails/masters_it.asp Aspen http://www.aspen.edu/programs/graduate_programs.htm UoP http://online.phoenix.edu/CampusProgramDescript.asp?program=MIS/M Norwich http://www.msia.norwich.edu/overview.htm
More Info For Ya scubasteveiu, Capital is a very good school for a network security degree, but also look at the degree’s versatility. NSA standards are nice and very practical for certain government contractors and government work. MSNS is simply that a masters in network security. If you plan to grow beyond a server farm mentality I would have looked at some of the other selections on that list from NSA like Norwich’s Masters of Science in Information Assurance (MSIA) possibly. I selected CTU because it’s a masters in management in information system security. I realize I don’t plan to limit my horizons by locking myself into a technical track, but that’s only for me to decide. You have decided another path and that fine, the IT world needs us both. As you can see from Horne’s reply there are DETC Schools out there also that meet the challenge. I would advise anyone looking for an IT or other degree, get what fits your future, not the crowds. I certainly wish you luck with your career and Capital is a fine school for the path you're taking. I work for the government and as of 2 months ago was selected for interim CIO for a government facility. I have been a GS13 Chief Technical Officer (CTO) for 4 years and in IT for a total of 16 years. So, I'm not putting down your school just letting you know there are various paths to success in IT. Again, I wish you the best. *WinK* Vonnell Links to Programs CTU http://ctuonline.edu/infotech/msm/infosys_security.asp Capital http://www.capitol-college.edu/academicprograms/graduateprograms/msns/index.shtml AIU http://information-technology.aiuonline.edu/programdetails/masters_it.asp Aspen http://www.aspen.edu/programs/graduate_programs.htm UoP http://online.phoenix.edu/CampusProgramDescript.asp?program=MIS/M Norwich http://www.msia.norwich.edu/overview.htm
More Info For Ya scubasteveiu, Capital is a very good school for a network security degree, but also look at the degree’s versatility. NSA standards are nice and very practical for certain government contractors and government work. MSNS is simply that a masters in network security. If you plan to grow beyond a server farm mentality I would have looked at some of the other selections on that list from NSA like Norwich’s Masters of Science in Information Assurance (MSIA) possibly. I selected CTU because it’s a masters in management in information system security. I realize I don’t plan to limit my horizons by locking myself into a technical track, but that’s only for me to decide. You have decided another path and that fine, the IT world needs us both. As you can see from Horne’s reply there are DETC Schools out there also that meet the challenge. I would advise anyone looking for an IT or other degree, get what fits your future, not the crowds. I certainly wish you luck with your career and Capital is a fine school for the path you're taking. I work for the government and as of 2 months ago was selected for interim CIO for a government facility. I have been a GS13 Chief Technical Officer (CTO) for 4 years and in IT for a total of 16 years. So, I'm not putting down your school just letting you know there are various paths to success in IT. Again, I wish you the best. *WinK* Vonnell Links to Programs CTU http://ctuonline.edu/infotech/msm/infosys_security.asp Capital http://www.capitol-college.edu/academicprograms/graduateprograms/msns/index.shtml AIU http://information-technology.aiuonline.edu/programdetails/masters_it.asp Aspen http://www.aspen.edu/programs/graduate_programs.htm UoP http://online.phoenix.edu/CampusProgramDescript.asp?program=MIS/M Norwich http://www.msia.norwich.edu/overview.htm
More Info For Ya scubasteveiu, Capital is a very good school for a network security degree, but also look at the degree’s versatility. NSA standards are nice and very practical for certain government contractors and government work. MSNS is simply that a masters in network security. If you plan to grow beyond a server farm mentality I would have looked at some of the other selections on that list from NSA like Norwich’s Masters of Science in Information Assurance (MSIA) possibly. I selected CTU because it’s a masters in management in information system security. I realize I don’t plan to limit my horizons by locking myself into a technical track, but that’s only for me to decide. You have decided another path and that fine, the IT world needs us both. As you can see from Horne’s reply there are DETC Schools out there also that meet the challenge. I would advise anyone looking for an IT or other degree, get what fits your future, not the crowds. I certainly wish you luck with your career and Capital is a fine school for the path you're taking. I work for the government and as of 2 months ago was selected for interim CIO for a government facility. I have been a GS13 Chief Technical Officer (CTO) for 4 years and in IT for a total of 16 years. So, I'm not putting down your school just letting you know there are various paths to success in IT. Again, I wish you the best. *WinK* Vonnell Links to Programs CTU http://ctuonline.edu/infotech/msm/infosys_security.asp Capital http://www.capitol-college.edu/academicprograms/graduateprograms/msns/index.shtml AIU http://information-technology.aiuonline.edu/programdetails/masters_it.asp Aspen http://www.aspen.edu/programs/graduate_programs.htm UoP http://online.phoenix.edu/CampusProgramDescript.asp?program=MIS/M Norwich http://www.msia.norwich.edu/overview.htm
Re: Opinions are Like........ Hi Vonnell CTU is a sister school to AIU. I think it is reasonable and logical to assume that they share many of the same practices and policies. I am not a fan of the UofP/AIU/CTU type school. I believe, after talking to AIU's head of marketing, that much gets sacrificed in the name of profits. Is that opinion? Sure. Is it conjecture? No. I believe you're showing your bias. In any event, if your program works for you great. That is not say it will or won't be good for others. P.S. Try pushing the reply button ONCE, please.
My facetious comments Dave & scubasteveiu I re-read my post, sorry for the facetious comments. I woke up on the wrong side of the planet this morning S/ Vonnell
