I have been looking into MBA and Human Resources paths. I do *not* have a business degree. I have been randomly taking online courses. Not necessarily anything that is for credit (I am ok with that for now). I want to keep my choices to no more than $10,000 total and avoid debt. My undergrad took too long to pay off and I don’t want to go there again.
So, that brings me to what I have found so far...
Walden - They offer both an MBA and a Master in Human Resources. The HR program does not have program accreditation but the MBA does. They got in some sort of trouble regarding the nursing program and I am afraid their RA accreditation may be at risk. Not sure if the reputation of the school would be at risk. I am doing the free term starting next month regardless. Cost would be under 10,000 only if I can finish in 3 terms. (9 months - which may be hard).
Grantham - I just found this school. I would qualify for their “heroes” discount because my husband is a veteran and a police Lieutenant. Could get an accredited MBA. They do not offer an HR concentration nor a Master in HR, but they have both an undergrad and grad *certificate* in HR. Seems they got in some kind of trouble for targeting military folks in their advertising. Could be an issue with reputation for that, but I am not sure. But I like the price. $250 per credit & no other fees. I like that the cost remains the same even if I take it really slow. But can’t choose an HR degree, only certificate. I think they are NA and program accredited.
WGU - This is mostly appealing if I can get one of their scholarships. I would possibly be eligible for the Administrative scholarship. They only have an MBA, not an HR masters. If I had the scholarship and could finish in two terms, it would stay under that 10,000 range.
I gave University of the People a try. I think I need a little more interaction. Not a fan of the peer grading thing. And concerned on how well it would be received out in the world.
Most other options I have found price around $20,000 or more. I just don’t think I want to do that. That would take loans. Meh.
I am going to do the ENEB thing. It’s super cheap and for me totally worth it regardless of what I get out of it. I still can’t figure out how valid it would be here in the US. But I have spent more money on a watch I didn’t need, so there’s that.
I am also in the middle of the free certificate in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion that USF is offering. I figured this would at best be a nice supplement to any degree. At worst, great personal and professional development.
Any further insights that might help are appreciated.
So, that brings me to what I have found so far...
Walden - They offer both an MBA and a Master in Human Resources. The HR program does not have program accreditation but the MBA does. They got in some sort of trouble regarding the nursing program and I am afraid their RA accreditation may be at risk. Not sure if the reputation of the school would be at risk. I am doing the free term starting next month regardless. Cost would be under 10,000 only if I can finish in 3 terms. (9 months - which may be hard).
Grantham - I just found this school. I would qualify for their “heroes” discount because my husband is a veteran and a police Lieutenant. Could get an accredited MBA. They do not offer an HR concentration nor a Master in HR, but they have both an undergrad and grad *certificate* in HR. Seems they got in some kind of trouble for targeting military folks in their advertising. Could be an issue with reputation for that, but I am not sure. But I like the price. $250 per credit & no other fees. I like that the cost remains the same even if I take it really slow. But can’t choose an HR degree, only certificate. I think they are NA and program accredited.
WGU - This is mostly appealing if I can get one of their scholarships. I would possibly be eligible for the Administrative scholarship. They only have an MBA, not an HR masters. If I had the scholarship and could finish in two terms, it would stay under that 10,000 range.
I gave University of the People a try. I think I need a little more interaction. Not a fan of the peer grading thing. And concerned on how well it would be received out in the world.
Most other options I have found price around $20,000 or more. I just don’t think I want to do that. That would take loans. Meh.
I am going to do the ENEB thing. It’s super cheap and for me totally worth it regardless of what I get out of it. I still can’t figure out how valid it would be here in the US. But I have spent more money on a watch I didn’t need, so there’s that.
I am also in the middle of the free certificate in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion that USF is offering. I figured this would at best be a nice supplement to any degree. At worst, great personal and professional development.
Any further insights that might help are appreciated.
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BA, Sociology
Certificate, Paralegal Studies
Certificate, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Certificate, Global Entrepreneurship & Innovation Virtual Bootcamp - (Thunderbird)
Sophia: 17 credits
LawShelf affiliate (NCCRS credits)
Buy one, get one free with my affiliate code: VK375
https://lawshelf.com/videocoursesview