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2007-01-18 22:01:14 · 4 answers · asked by ebenezer n 1 in Education & Reference Higher Education (University +)

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Contrary to what others here are saying, there is a huge difference between an MS (as we call it here in the States) and an MBA. An MBA is a terminal degree that is very applied. The first year is usually covers a core curriculum material that is similar to advanced undergraduate work in business. This is to bring everyone up to the same level. The second year is filled with more advanced electives. However, the emphasis is on how to do things, rather than on why they are done.

An MS is usually a one year degre -- sometimes two. The students usually have an undergraduate degre that is at least related to the field of study. Courses tend to concentrate on theory rather than to provide a "How To" cookbook for getting things done. The MS is not a terminal degree. One can go on for a PhD.

2007-01-19 00:09:35 · answer #1 · answered by Ranto 7 · 0 0

What is the difference between an MSc and an MBA degree?

Clearly, both MSc and MBA are Master’s degrees. Although the difference between a MSc and a MBA usually is not too big, there are some clear differences. Usually, a couple of years of working experience are required for entering a MBA program whereas no working experience is required for a MSc program. The underlying reason is that practical aspects and situations are the core of an MBA. Working experience is an important part in the classroom-discussions in the MBA program and is usually the starting point for personal development. The MSc program is much more a combination of theory and practice. Although practice is fully integrated in the curriculum, the MSc program is geared towards achieving an academic level. Classroom discussions are focused on applying theoretical models to practical situations. As such the MSc courses are more technical and scientific; that is why the MSc is a Master of Science. This implies that the MSc program also offers courses in the area of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, such as Research for Business Administration and Quantitative Methods in Business. An MSc is a title that is “protected” by the government. This means that every couple of years the program will need to be accredited by the government. In the accreditation phase the government will do a quality check on the contents and procedures surrounding the program. In general, an MBA is not a protected title. This implies that the quality of a MBA program strongly depends on the Institute offering the MBA and to which extent their MBA programs are accredited.

2007-01-18 22:31:12 · answer #2 · answered by Piggy56 4 · 0 0

Apart from how u spell it , The former is a masters degree in Science and latter, the same,in Business Administration.

2007-01-18 22:13:07 · answer #3 · answered by profeSSSSor 2 · 0 0

Masters in Science and Masters in Business Administration...what else?

2007-01-18 22:15:18 · answer #4 · answered by Eman Chowdhary 1 · 0 0

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