ERAU Graduate Degrees

[LittleDeuce]

Sydeseet;

I can give you a perspective from both sides. I received my Masters from ERAU in 1998 the traditional way, attending classes at night. It took me 7 years part time and was a very rewarding experiance. I thought the quality of the classes were overall outstanding.

Fast forward to 2006 with the internet explosion. I decided to pursue an ISD Certificate so I am taking 5 classes online. I would say the classes are generally the same. Some better that others, but isn't that the same everywhere?

The major difference is you HAVE to be somewhat disiplined to complete your work. It can be VERY easy to get behind. I do feel there is no subsitite for the real time interaction in a classroom and I miss that the most. That said, online classes can be the difference between getting a Masters or not. Certainly a great use of time when you are on an overnight or in the crashpad. The cost is about $1,200 per class including the books & DVDs.

If you have the interest, do it. You will enjoy it.

Good luck.

 

[Fearless Tower]

Did you guys take the GMAT or does ERAU have an alternative? If you took the GMAT, what did you do to prepare for it?

ERAU didn't require a GMAT or other aptitude test for the distance learning stuff. Just previous college transcripts.


As far as what degree/program to pursue, that's all up to you and what you might want to do with it. I chose the MS in Management because it wasn't an MBA (almost everybody has one these days). Also, I wanted something that I could back up with professional experience (management IS my job in the Navy). What I like about the ERAU degree is that it has an aviation approach (which helps my brain stay engaged), but on paper it looks just like any other MS in Management degree. So when all is said and done, I would say that it gives you more options, particularly if you are not trying to pursue a degree for a specific career path.