Just recently, I've decided to change my major to Information Technology. I've heard that Southeastern Louisiana (4 year institution) has a great IT program. However, that'll extend my program to 2 more years.
Now, University of Phoenix allows me to earn my B.S degree in 2 years. Do you feel that this is credible and will benefit me at all? I know someone who's getting their Bachelor's from Phoenix, but I know that most employers don't receive degrees from Phoenix (online) as they will from a 4 year institution. How would you feel if you had to choose between the 2 colleges?
2007-12-19 07:48:13 · 10 answers · asked by angel8136 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
Information Tech is way too broad of scope now. Most employers dont even look at a degree anymore, they look at real world experience.
If i were you i would specialize in a field of IT, like Online Security or Data Recovery, the big bucks are here.
2007-12-19 07:52:41 · answer #1 · answered by coolair74 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I received my MBA from the University of Phoenix online, and it worked out very well for me. I believe that because of all of the traveling I have done with my job, I could not have attended the classes, nor completed my degree from a local university. University of Phoenix Online is a great option for people who work 40+ hours per week, and is even better for those people who travel as part of their job. The online program provides you with a great amount of flexibility so that you can set your own days and times to read, study, do assignments and participate in the classes. The flip side is that some people need and thrive on the structure and personal relationships that a four year university offers. With regard to earning a Bachelors in IT, I'd suggest going to the four-year university, especially if you have doubts about whether a potential employer will "accept" a degree from the University of Phoenix. IT can be a very competitive market, and you would not want this decision to be one that is held against you. The online program may be a better option for earning a post graduate degree.
2016-04-10 08:04:29 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
University of Phoenix is the number one online university in the country and from what I've heard most employers look pretty favorably on these degrees.
I got my B.S. in Management/Computer Information Systems online with Park University (the number 2 rated online university in the country) and thought it was great.
The reason you can get a 4-yr. degree in such a short time is because they condense the classes to 8 weeks instead of the standard 16. This means you can take twice as many classes in a semester as you normally would. Keep in mind that it's pretty intense and you need to have a lot of free time to get the work done but it's worth it in the end if you can stick with it.
2007-12-19 07:55:16 · answer #3 · answered by Joe D 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would go for 4 year college. Last year I was searching for a Job, and many Jobs were asking for 4 years of Batulars degree. I dont know why, but employers do not ask just for a Batulars degree, but they ask for 4 years of Batulars degree.
If you have a good working experience, then your employer may accept the 2 year batulars degree. Make sure you have either a good working experience, and/or 4 years of Batulars Degree...
Good luck...
2007-12-19 18:44:54 · answer #4 · answered by Zaheer Sheikh 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Joe as I to, but I am still going, am taking course through Park University. Online course are a viable alternative to the traditional 4 year University.
One of the differences is many have shorter terms and they go year round. So when you see someone earning a 4 year degree in 2 years they go all year and take 8-10 week courses versus the traditional 16 week course.
2007-12-19 09:10:34 · answer #5 · answered by Slick 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
University of Phoenix is not a very reputable college. I am pursuing my master's degree online, but my college (Empire State College) is affiliated with the State University of NY, and I will receive a SUNY degree. Check out programs with some different colleges who are reputable but offer some online classes/programs.
2007-12-19 07:53:29 · answer #6 · answered by oj 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I'm totally in favor of On-line classes if you're a full fledged adult who is fully responsible for yourself. I waited until I had a career, a wife, a kid and a mortgage before I decided to go to school (WOULDN"T:T RECOMMEND IT) so on-line was the only way for me.
On the other hand if you're young and still on Daddy's dime then you will probably get more out of the full blown college experience.
2007-12-19 07:54:20 · answer #7 · answered by hose_b 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Earning a 4 year degree in 2 years is pretty much unheard of....You might want to do some extensive research...
2007-12-19 07:50:41 · answer #8 · answered by BT 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I'd go with the four years of college. More interesting experience and the benefits you mentioned.
2007-12-19 07:51:03 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I Would Feel Stressful
2007-12-19 07:51:05 · answer #10 · answered by S 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋