Hi There, I am considering applying for online MBA program. 1. I have BS in Computer Science, Am I going to be taking a lot of prerequisite courses since my BS is not in business? 2. I don’t like to write a lot, but I am good studying materials and taking exams. So my question is how to know which program has less writing to do? 3. If anything else I missed regarding choosing the right program, please feel free to share your experience or suggestions. Thanks all and best of wishes. Tariq
Depending on your specific undergraduate background you may not have to take all the required courses. My university requires certain prerequisites for our MBA program that don’t necessarily cross over to all disciplines outside of business. It just depends on how your general education requirements and electives were structured. Also, depending on your emphasis, you may or may not have to do as much writing. Most general MBA courses, such as management or marketing, require more writing as opposed to information systems, or accounting classes. It also depends on the professors. I know some professors who prefer projects, and hands-on… Read more »
Thanks Vicky,
I think taking the GMAT will open up more choices for me:
1. Any recommendations regarding materials to study for the GMAT?
2. How long should I dedicate for GMAT?
Thanks
Tariq
Hi Vicky,
Thanks for the reply. You were very informative.
Can you explain what is case study method?
How to find out which schools have Case Study programs and which ones don’t?
Is that the only indication of what style of teaching these programs have or should look for something else beside whether the school is a case study method of teaching program or not?
Thank you again.
Tariq
I am same like you and deciding from a lot of years that to start the MBA from online..
So many other friends suggested here good ways that how can i choose MBA for me while doing my job..
Hi Tariq, Good question .. the case study method of teaching, popular in some business schools, requires students to read case studies of what they are studying and then write papers about how they might apply the methods in their own corporate environment — say you are studying operations management and so you might read cases of real live interventions and procedures at companies like Fed Ex or the USPS. You might then write a paper comparing and contrasting these methods to your own experience or company procedures. Written assessment is a heavy part of how you are graded. You… Read more »
Hi Tariq, You do NOT have to have a bachelor’s in business or a bachelor of science in business administration (BSBA) to attend most of the hundreds of online mba programs reviewed on the Get Educated site. It is helpful that you have a bachelor’s in computer science as there are several common undergrad or prep courses — such as math/probability/stats/calculus and the management of info systems and databases that make a CS and business major very cross compatible. You will find that almost ALL online MBA degrees will admit students who hold regionally accredited bachelor’s in ANY major. Many do require though… Read more »