All, I completed my first MBA through NCU. It is more like an MHA but it did help me to get commissioned in the Air Force. Since I've been in Afghanistan I've pondered completing another MBA. I'd like to get an MBA from a prestigous school, that costs no more than $34K, that is at least regionally accredited and preferrably AACSB. I think it will help me career wise as well as set me up for success after my Air Force career is over. I'd prefer a program that has big name recognition but the program is not too overwhelming. I have the persistence to make it through a challenging program but I'm not smart enough for something like a Duke MBA. I'd like something that will help me teach as an online adjunct hence the request for AACSB. I scored an 1100 on the GRE and I'd prefer a program that would accept the GRE so I don't have to take the GMAT. Time is no constraint and if I have to pay a little out of pocket above the $34K then I can live with that. I'd prefer a program with no thesis/capstone but I know that's unlikely so I'll deal with it. Lastly, if I don't have to take any leveling courses that would be great to. In order of importance I'd like this: Big Name, AACSB, Regionally Accredited all around $34K-$40K. I've found one program that I like thus far....University of North Dakota. Thanks for your feedback and yes I've reviewed the MBA Sticky.
The first list to go through would be the GetEducated list of online AASCB MBAs: http://www.geteducated.com/online-college-ratings-and-rankings/best-buy-lists/best-buy-online-masters-mba-aacsb Several options less than $34k there
I wouldn't recommend a second MBA. It looks odd on resumes. If you already have an MBA I would recommend a MS in either accounting or finance. It is rather difficult to find adjuncts in these areas.
Why do you believe a 2nd MBA looks “odd” on a resume? I have a MBA in management and am currently working on a MBA in finance. In that I already have an earlier awarded MBA, my current school allowed the maximum in graduate credits at 12-hours. I am now only required to complete 8-additional courses (24-hours) and can truly focus on finance without the common core repetitive curriculum.
I'll second AV8R here. I know there are a few multiple MBA holders on degreeinfo, but I have never understood the logic behind it. Most B-schools frown on admitting people who already have a MBA unless there is a really, really, really good story behind why the prospective student wants to do it again. The MBA is a generalist's degree anyway. Figure out what your passion is and specialize, especially if you plan to teach. Someone with a MA or MS degree in the field they want to adjunct in is almost always going to win out over an MBA holder with a concentration in the same area. Best of luck to you, and thanks for your service!
I agree with AV8R and Fortunato - earn your second masters degree in a different area - Colorado State U (which I would consider to be a prestigous school) has masters in a wide variety of areas. Check them out at www.learn.colostate.edu Tuition appears reasonable to me.
I can appreciate your comments that 2-MBA’s is atypical; however, I did have a legitimate reason for pursuing a second MBA in Finance. The Dean of the College of Business as well as the Dean of Graduate studies was in agreement. As a Texas resident (upon enlistment) and war-time veteran whose federal education benefits had lapsed after the 10-years subsequent to discharge I qualify under the Hazelwood Act for tuition exemption (up to 150 semester hours) to any Texas state supported university (even law school) whether it is in residence or online. To my knowledge, offerings in finance at state schools in Texas are pretty much limited to the MBA with various concentration areas; no MS in Finance. I actually completed my M.Ed. using Hazelwood; but traditionally. The program was tuition exempt, with only a few minor student fees as I was on campus. However with my current online program, the only monetary expense is text books; no tuition, online or student fees. Bottom-line tuition elimination was certainly a factor in the decision to pursue the additional MBA at a Texas state supported university.
