PhD or Msc

Discussion in 'IT and Computer-Related Degrees' started by goly, Jul 6, 2009.

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  1. goly

    goly New Member

    Hello guys,
    I'm interested in Master in IT, online degree. Therefore, I have discovered by googling that two accredited universities offers it, the first is Drexel and the second is Boston. What has been your opinion about their programs ? I would like to move on with my studies, by either applying for a PhD or in one of the above mentioned programs. Are there any accredited universities offering PhD programs in IT ? Comparing a PhD with Masters, what are the benefits of obtaining the first ? I appreciate any help on that because searching through the web in order to find answers, is worthless.

    Thanks in Advance,
    George
     
  2. RFValve

    RFValve Well-Known Member

    NCU has a DL PhD in IS. In regards to PhD vs MS, if your goal is to teach then go for the PhD, if you are happy with an industry job then go for the MS. For industry jobs, certifications and experience carry more weight than PhD degrees, if you want to teach at the University the PhD is the union card therefore almost mandatory. However, a PhD from online institutions carry little weight for academic positions.
     
  3. TEKMAN

    TEKMAN Semper Fi!

    NCU has been mention above... also Nova Southeastern University's Ph.D, Capella University's Ph.D, and Dakota State University's Doctor of Science in IS. If you already have a Master in relate field, why would you want to go for another? If you have a Master degree in Arts, Music,.... and I don't see why's not.
     
  4. goly

    goly New Member

    Thank you guys for your reply,
    According to RFValue, PhD seems worthless and I agree on your points. But as far as I know PhD offers great specialization even greater than MS. Teaching is not included in my goals. Therefore, I will consider not doing a PhD.
    TEKMAN later this year I will get my MBA degree. My Bachelor is on Computer Science. I was looking for a more specialized degree. The universities you are referring to, are not on the usa ranks. Should I count on the ranks or not ? Because Drexel and Boston are high ranked universities.
    Anyone on Drexel vs Boston ?

    Best Regards and many thanks,
    George
     
  5. TEKMAN

    TEKMAN Semper Fi!

    SPAM????? Replication...
     
  6. TEKMAN

    TEKMAN Semper Fi!

    Well, Nova Southeastern University is tier 4 school. If you are looking for top school like Boston University and Drexel University are teir 2 schools. Why don't you go for the best of the best......Carnegie Mellon University (Tier 1) school.

    For Drexel and Boston, I would choose Boston University.

    For more information check out JoAnn Peeler's site URL: http://www.cise.ufl.edu/~jpeeler/topschools.html
     
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  7. goly

    goly New Member

    Dear TEKMAN,

    thanks for you help, I appreciate it!

    Regards,
     
  8. commserver

    commserver New Member

    Why are you interested in PhD? I am applying Dakota State University for Doctor of Science (DSc.) degree program. The following shows the difference between the 2 :
    "Career focus
    PhD: Develop professional researchers
    DSc: Develop researching professionals

    Domain of research topic
    PhD: Research any topic within the field of study
    DSc: Aims at making a contribution to the knowledge of professional practice (applied research)

    Research type
    PhD: Basic research: original investigation undertaken to gain new knowledge and understanding but not necessarily directed towards any practical aim or application
    DSc: Applied research: original investigation undertaken to gain new knowledge, with practical aims and objectives

    Research focus
    PhD: Perceived gap in the literature in a subject matter
    DSc: Topics that relate to a candidate's own field of professional practice

    Starting point for research
    PhD: Literature review to identify a gap
    DSc: A problem in professional practice that needs investigation and resolution

    Intended learning outcome
    PhD: Significant original contribution to knowledge in a particular discipline through research
    DSc: Significant original contribution to knowledge of professional practice through research

    Integration of theory and practice
    PhD: Making a contribution to theory, expanding the nomological net around existing theory
    DSc: Making research-based contribution to professional practice

    Entry qualification
    PhD: Bachelor's or master's degree
    DSc: Primarily master's degree

    Experience as an admission requirement
    PhD: Not required
    DSc: Usually required "


    It seems that PhD is more concerned with "Making a contribution to theory" while DSc. is more concerned with the application.


    What are you interested in?
     
  9. goly

    goly New Member

    Dear commserver,

    Thank you for your valuable information. It seems that another Msc Degree will be my first priority, concerning what Ive read from your post. My concern now is the price of the Msc. From my research on Tier 1 schools, average prices ranging from 20000$ to 45000$. After a brief discussion that I had with a representative from Boston University, the Msc degree in IT Project Management is about 30000$ :eek2:!!!!!!

    Regards,

    QUOTE=commserver;356301]Why are you interested in PhD? I am applying Dakota State University for Doctor of Science (DSc.) degree program. The following shows the difference between the 2 :
    "Career focus
    PhD: Develop professional researchers
    DSc: Develop researching professionals

    Domain of research topic
    PhD: Research any topic within the field of study
    DSc: Aims at making a contribution to the knowledge of professional practice (applied research)

    Research type
    PhD: Basic research: original investigation undertaken to gain new knowledge and understanding but not necessarily directed towards any practical aim or application
    DSc: Applied research: original investigation undertaken to gain new knowledge, with practical aims and objectives

    Research focus
    PhD: Perceived gap in the literature in a subject matter
    DSc: Topics that relate to a candidate's own field of professional practice

    Starting point for research
    PhD: Literature review to identify a gap
    DSc: A problem in professional practice that needs investigation and resolution

    Intended learning outcome
    PhD: Significant original contribution to knowledge in a particular discipline through research
    DSc: Significant original contribution to knowledge of professional practice through research

    Integration of theory and practice
    PhD: Making a contribution to theory, expanding the nomological net around existing theory
    DSc: Making research-based contribution to professional practice

    Entry qualification
    PhD: Bachelor's or master's degree
    DSc: Primarily master's degree

    Experience as an admission requirement
    PhD: Not required
    DSc: Usually required "


    It seems that PhD is more concerned with "Making a contribution to theory" while DSc. is more concerned with the application.


    What are you interested in?[/QUOTE]
     
  10. SurfDoctor

    SurfDoctor Moderator

    TEKMAN, thanks for finding that spam filler post. They are often difficult for us to catch when we are scanning a long list of posts because they attempt to disguise them as legitimate posts. When you see something like that, report it to us by clicking the triangle on the bottom left of the post in question and we will take care of it.
     

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