Talking about degree for enjoyment/growth - ROI is not being considered

Discussion in 'General Distance Learning Discussions' started by Abner, Nov 16, 2011.

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  1. Abner

    Abner Well-Known Member

    ****Disclaimer - this is a early morning tranmission, Abner is not a morning person, so please forgive any typos or grammos- Please he is guzzling coffee down to get ready to go earn some dinero/money.***

    So here it is. Just a brief breakdown of my academic path. I spent 10 years studying everthing under the sun at a RA B&M CC. I earned my A.A. plus a whole heck of a bunch of credits. I have studied at RA unis such as the University of Iowa, Rutgers, University of Nebraska, etc. And, of course, I have studied and hold degrees from NA unis like Cal Coast and Aspen.

    Now here is my present state of affairs. I find myself being rather bored since I have pretty much been a life long student. I have been toying with the idea of finishing up my UOI BLS bachelor's degree (I am about 15 credits short). Or, on the other hand, I can maybe apply for a Bachelor's at the National Labor College. This would be strictly for the challenge of completing a degree, ROI does not play into this.

    I now at this point I should just complete a DBA, but that can wait for the future.

    Gotta split like a banana split, comments would be appreciated!

    Abner :smile:
     
  2. PatsGirl1

    PatsGirl1 New Member

    I always have a million degrees I consider just for personal enjoyment (the one that's ALWAYS on the top of my list and has been for about 5+ yrs now is CSU-Pueblo's B.A. in Sociology-Criminology emphasis, such a cool degree!), nevermind that I have a bunch of Accounting credits I could consolidate into like a B.S./B.S.B.A. from one of the Big Three...

    After I finish this MBA I'm toying around with what degree to do next. I bought myself time when I signed up for the MBA (since I'm one of those people that once I start and pay money for a course I don't really veer from the degree plan; my issue is PICKING the degree to actually start on) but it's getting to the end of that and I'm starting to do the same thing as you and consider my options...

    I have a love/hate relationship with school. I hate the drain on my time and how hard it is to juggle everything, but I love learning and being around other students and earning degrees. I'm pretty much a life long student too, and despite having a family with very young children, responsibility of owning a home, etc. I get SO bored when I'm not in school.
     
  3. Randell1234

    Randell1234 Moderator

  4. Cyber

    Cyber New Member

    Going for another bachelor degree is a waste of time, except it is in a highly specialized area or a technical field. Piling on degrees make sense at the master level and up (think about adjunct teaching in the long run). You can also pursue a $4k PhD from an oversea school (South Africa and Malaysia), if you have the time to spare or need some good challenge. Overall, in your case, I would certainly consider the DBA from Taft (the Taft JD also looks very interesting), especially, considering the reduced tuition that you said is currently running. Goodluck with deciding...
     
  5. Cyber

    Cyber New Member

    Randell, two doctorates would really be cool to have. what do you think? I know you just finished your MBA in Marketing from Trident University. Have you seen the new Master of Management in Social Media Marketing from Chancellor University?
     
  6. Abner

    Abner Well-Known Member

    Yeah, I am not sure if I am up to doing doctoral level work right now. I work my full time job, plus I do labor work in addition to working full time. Plus, I also do contract work and teach labor relations in the union setting, and may do so academically next year.

    So, I have been toying with a degree from this place:

    Degree Programs - National Labor College

    Why? Because a bachelor's or masters from this place would be icing on the cake for me. I already have extensive certifications in labor relations from a couple of major unions. However, in the labor world, a degree from the National LAbor College is viewed VERY highly. Plus, I think I would probably enjoy flying down there for a few residencies.

    I may do the bachelor's simply because it is cheaper. I have financed all of my degrees 100% out of pocket.

    Ah well see,

    Thanks so everyone for their comments so far, keep them coming as I am kind of thinking out loud.

    Gotta hurry, my lunch break is almost over,

    See ya, Abner :smile:
     
  7. bazonkers

    bazonkers New Member

    If this is just for enjoyment then I say take classes until they stop being fun. Look at education like a hobby. if you have the time and finances to do it, then do it!
     
  8. Kizmet

    Kizmet Moderator

    I think that cyber and bazonkers have both made good points.

    There are some people who would be happy to read a structured set of books just for the enjoyment and the learning experience. There are free online courses offeredby a number of reputable organizations as well. But some people like a more structured experience with feedback, a bit of discussion and maybe even a deadline or two to keep you going. I fall into that category. I have always recommended UNISA for that purpose. It's very inexpensive and if you're in no particular hurry than the administrative delays in enrolling really won't matter much. If you're talking about a research-based grad degree the good news is that it's essentially self-paced. If you goof off for a semester there's no real consequences except for your micro-tuition. I think it's a great idea to earn a degree just out of curiosity/interest, regardless of the ROI.
     
  9. Randell1234

    Randell1234 Moderator

    Yes it would be really cool...for someone else! I will never do that to me or my family again.

    This has no interest to me but thanks anyway. The things on my short list are a graduate certificate from UWF in HPT or Public Health - I can't decide but I am leaning towards HPT. I will not do anything that would require more then a 3-4 class committment, would need to be from a public school (preferably Florida), and can not duplicate previous coursework.
     
  10. Bruce

    Bruce Moderator

    The library at MSPP is dedicated to an alumnus (I forget his name) who had a Ph.D. in History, then went and got his Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from MSPP. IMO, he should have a been a client instead of a student.
     

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