has anybody used UoP? was it any good or do you recommend another online program? how many hours a week do you need for lectures etc? thanks!
What type of degree are you looking for? Depending what you are looking for there are cheaper DL programs around. I am taking an online program right now, for my course, I spend at least 6 hour per week studying.
UOP has a MAOM and a MBA that is on-line, it takes 20 hours per week, some require more @ the front end. You might want to look at attending a on-site location, it requires 4 hours of class time each week, you'll be working with a study group of 3-5 about 4 hours per week, and you'll have homework to do. Classes are 6 weeks. My advice - start with the on-site classes - 1 or 2 classes, after that take 1 on-line course. - you'll know your question at point. PS - UOP also offers a program called flex-net, look at their web page. For me, I like attending classes, I took 3 on-line classes all required more time/work
For me, I like attending classes, I took 3 on-line classes all required more time/work I've taken DL courses in my undergrad program and in my doctoral program. You've hit on one thing many folks don't realize until they take a DL course. Also, it's lost on some employers that still equate DL with the old "learn 'lectronics at home and build this here oscilloscope" ads on matchbooks. In DL courses there isn't an instructor lecturing. You need to set your schedule- then keep it! Many folks think they will put on their fuzzy bunny slippers, slip into their PJ's, and do some web surfing to complete a class. Instead, what they find, is that they need to to take more responsibility for their learning. They need to be more disciplined (turn off the TV), they need to read more (no lectures), study more, and often times write more. Some also find the isolation of a DL course is not something they enjoy. I found that I enjoyed the freedom from location DL courses gave me. I learned a lot from each one because I had to be both student and instructor. However, I also enjoyed the social aspects of being in a class, and the lesser work load associated with on-site. Often, I learned more form the DL courses than I did on on-site courses! If you asked me my preference, my answer would depend on whether I was in an on-site class (then I would answer DL) or a DL class (then I would answer an on-site class).
Some also find the isolation of a DL course is not something they enjoy. This is a valid point, but I am currently enrolled in the Masters program for Education/e-Education online and isolated is not a term I would use. I've taken both onsite and online courses and I prefer the online because of flexibility. You do work more and I totally agree that I get more out of the online courses. It does require more time I think because you need to be doing something (i.e. assignments, participating, group work) almost everyday.
What sort of program are you looking for? The reason I ask is that depending on the program you may be able to find a better rated program with business accreditation. I think Columbia Southern was partnering with a State University for the MBA and the degree was awarded by the state u. which was accredited by the business accreditor. In other words more bang for your buck and on line too. There is nothing wrong with UofP in that it is accredited and you will end up with an accredited degree. There are a number of detractors of UofP. Some proabably valid. As an anecdotal note I know someone in their DM program. They seem to be working intensively and I might say harder than some other DL PhD programs. North
Re: Re: university of phoenix Columiba Southern is partnering with University of North Alabama...they have the baby business accreditation. Reasonable, but not easy......
Re: Re: Re: university of phoenix Thank you Howard! I am to say the least not a business major. North
You USA dudes may have heard of all this already but, for what it is worth, The Australian newspaper today ran an item advising that the University of Pheonix "has received approval from its accreditors to add three doctoral programs and has created a school of advanced studies to support the new curriculums. School dean William Pepidello said the university decided to offer the the new doctorates - in business administration, education and health administration - based on the strength and popularity of its undergraduate programs..." Unfortunately, I could not see anything at the www.phoenix.edu site. Also, although The Australian does carry many of their stories online, the above article doesn’t seem to be one of them, so I can't give a web page link. Very kind regards
Hi, Peter. Gert posted some links in this thread. It sounds interesting, though with a 2-week residency required each year I'm not sure what advantage they offer over existing programs from other schools.
Thanks, Gary. I don't scan the Board the way I should so I missed it. The Chronicle article is the same as the Australian. I wonder when the Phoenix website will catch up? Kind regards
