Continuing Education for an Old Guy

Discussion in 'General Distance Learning Discussions' started by Sauron, May 13, 2011.

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  1. Sauron

    Sauron New Member

    Greetings Everyone,
    I have a bit of a predicament and maybe I can find some help. I have had a good career in IT without a college degree spanning almost twenty years. I currently work for a federal agency doing information security and assurance. I have been both lucky and successful but I am at a glass ceiling of sorts.

    I have supplemented my education throughout the years with certificate programs but I wish to move into more managerial and decision making roles. I have about 70 credit hours and would like to solicit some opinions on plans for the following coursework. Not sure if it matters but I was in the military as well.

    The first program sequence I am considering is finishing up my degree at AMU/APU and then enter Georgetown's MPS program for Technology Management or HES.

    The next sequence I am considering is finish my undergraduate program at UMass Online and attempt to enter the Isenberg MBA program or HES.

    My future goal is to enter a management or executive level position preferably not in government. My initial thinking is that a general MBA from Isenberg is stronger on a resume than a focused Master in Professional Studies. Also does AMU/APU still carry any stigma? I don't want there to be any doubt in a future employer's mind the quality or rigor of an education. I also found Umass's programs to be very affordable comparatively.

    Thanks in advance for your thoughts and suggestions.
     
  2. major56

    major56 Active Member

    If you’re trying to decide undergraduate programs between APU /AMU and UMass as regards potential [stigma] attachment; I’d go with UMass … hands down.
     
  3. AUTiger00

    AUTiger00 New Member

    HES will require you to complete some classes in residence. I wouldn't consider it if you're not a commutable distance from Cambridge.
     
  4. Sauron

    Sauron New Member

    Thanks Major. Eventually that question may come up in an interview and I don't feel like I want to explain it. The price is certainly right and in time I think the stigma will go away for AMU/APU.
     
  5. Sauron

    Sauron New Member

    Right! I would consider HES for graduate study and I would make the move to Massachusetts.
     
  6. lawrenceq

    lawrenceq Member

    Check out Liberty University. I've just completed my first full semester with them and have really enjoyed myself. :lew:
     

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