Online master's in International relations?

Question

I want to enroll for an online master's in International relations or political sciences. I am in full time employment, so want something that can fit around my schedule. What genuine can you advise? Thanks.

Answer 1

I'm doing an online Master's at a highly ranked uni and it's very intensive, challenging and relevant (not in that subject though). I needed to sit the GRE and write essays about why I wanted to take the program and also why I thought I could cope with distance learning, so it was quite competitive. However, I know that my degree will be widely recognized and it has reciprocation with professional bodies in the UK, USA, Australia and NZ, so it's great for international purposes.

The first thing to consider is the University's accreditation, and their ranking in terms of graduate employment. In terms of fitting around your schedule, I have 7 years to complete, so I can go all out and get it done or I can take my time, or somewhere in between, depending on my work and family commitments. I travel quite a bit, so it's a wonderful opportunity to study when I could never be on campus. Some sites which you might want to check out:

http://www.geteducated.com/articles/dlfaq.asp
http://www.geteducated.com/articles/onlineadmissions.asp

And good luck! It's certainly an adventure!

In regard to Uni of Phoenix plug below:
Also consider if a university is non-profit or profit making (U of Phoenix sells courses to make profits, not to reinvest in services or research). This makes a difference to the quality of ONLINE classes, mainly because the TEACH Act doesn't allow for-profit schools to digitize print resources for teaching purposes. Only non-profit schools can do that. If you are doing distance learning, you will want your professors to provide you with current material besides your textbooks. For profit unis can't do this.

Answer 2

The most important part to remember about attending an Online University is that it is very time consuming and depending on your learning style can be very difficult to master. I work for the University of Phoenix, America's largest private university with over 318,000 students, we have full regional accreditation through the North Central Association, same as Notre Dame, Harvard, etc... and tuition is reasonable for a private school. You are able to take classes 100% online or on a campus near you. There is a degree offered in Masters of Business Administration Global Management.

TREG

Answer 3

Online Degrees in Political Science & Diplomacy


Norwich University
One of the oldest and most innovative private colleges in the United States, Norwich University offers the following online diplomacy degree:

* Master of Arts in Diplomacy
Norwich University's renowned Master of Arts in Diplomacy is offered in an online format for those with an interest in international affairs. Earn your master's degree in just 18 months from one of the most prestigious private universities in the United States, without disrupting your career or family life.

In today's world, diplomacy plays an extremely critical and sensible role. Those with the knowledge, the understanding, and the preparation to handle complex foreign affairs issues are always in high demand both in the business and in the public sector.

The online master's degree in Diplomacy is a 36-credit degree designed for your busy schedule. This program is capped off with a one week residency. Norwich University is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.


Monash University
Established in 1961 with an enrolment of just 363 students, Monash University has grown to become one of Australia's largest and most distinguished universities, with more than 55,000 students and staff across its six Australian and two overseas campuses. Monash University offers the following graduate diploma in diplomacy and trade via distance learning:

* Graduate Diploma in Diplomacy and Trade
This program is designed to provide individuals with high-level training in the fields of diplomacy, economics, international business, law and contemporary politics. By studying these diciplines, the student understands how these relate to the needs of global organizations.

Monash is a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, recognised for excellence in teaching, learning, research and graduate outcomes.

Texas A & M University
The George Bush School at the Texas A & M University offers the following graduate certificate in international relations:

* Certificate in Advanced International Affairs
This program is designed to provide individuals with not only meaningful frameworks with which to interpret global interactions, but also practical and useable knowledge on such matters as cross-cultural communications and negotiations.

Texas A & M University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University offers the following online degree in political science:

* Master of Arts Program in Political Science
Virginia Tech's online Masters of Arts in Political Science is identical in course content, requirement, and work load to the widely respected and high-quality residential MA degree program that has been offered in Blacksburg since 1969. The M.A. degree program features a broad array of methodologically sophisticated, theoretically grounded, and empirically oriented graduate courses to new audiences anywhere in the world.

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

I really don't trust these online universities, but it'll be better for you to contact a school and see if they have online classes you could register for