Should I get my Masters of Public Administration?
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If you get the chance to do it, just go for it. Don't waste the chance!
1027767
Change your major. I have a poli sci degree and had to get a MPA to get a good job. Good luck.
756326
i am also facing this problem. but generally, i think its better to take master after obtainig some working experience. because u can then apply wat i have gained in the workforce to complete ur assignment. i think master of finance has a greater prospect. master of economics gives me the impression that only people intend to be a lecturer will opt for..hehe..jus a small opinion.
204528
If you have had strong training in accounting, economics, and stats you should be good.  Good MBA programs are very quantitatively intensive.
525024
Keep your eye on the prize. Instead of focusing on the work at hand, remember what a sense of satisfaction you will get when you have a Master's Degree!
423727
It depends on what you want to do.  I have a friend whose dad has at least 5 masters (personally, I would never do that-but to each his own!)
1045764
No credible program will take the credits you have and no work experience as the basis for a Master's program.  Think about it too...would you want a degree from a school that would ignore your lack of education and experience?  What value is there in that?\n\nWhat is your goal?  To learn or simply to have a Master's degree?  If the former then you are MUCH better off finishing your BS and then finding a program at a GOOD school.  If you simply want the piece of paper then you might as well buy a fake degree.\n\nMy suggestion:\n\nGo back to the original school where you have the 72 credits and finish up the BS there.  It doesn't matter if they are not local to you.  Talk to the department head there and see if there is a way you can work out a series of substitute courses, independent study, and maybe on-line work.  You should be able to finish in a year full-time!  Then you'll be able to apply for an MS program at ANY school!  You'll also feel a lot better about yourself having finished the RIGHT way.
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If you do not have a clear idea of what subject (and why) you want a Masters, I would suggest you put it off for a year or two.  A graduate degreee is something that requires a lot more of you than a BA/BS does...and you need to choose a program that excites or inspires...something you are passionate about.
44023
No, it's a Masters in Business Administration. (but sometimes it can seem like "bad activities")
1047077
It really depends on what you expect to do with that mba.  You can't simply expect to get the degree and get an improved salary, you have to find a niche, or a way to apply what you learned in the mba program to your profession.  I would seriously consider what you want to accomplish in your career, THEN choose a program.  Not the other way around.
879783
It looks like a good choice for a masters in global issues, diplomacy,  international relations.  However, since their choices in other areas seem rather limited, I think I would look for a university with greater choices if I wanted a masters in another area.
70573
Public Administration is practiced in governments around the world and in Non Governmental Organizations (NGO's)--like the UN, etc. So, to answer your question, it is universal.
31553
It depends on the field you are going into.  But more then likely it is better to go straight for your Master.  It used to be just your Bachleors but now everyone has a degree but everyone doesn't have a masters.
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It's only going to be worth it if the degree is from an accredited university.  There are quite a few established universities that offer online programs (such as an MBA) where you would never have to set foot on campus.  SMU (Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX) offers an online Masters program in Engineering, for example.  California State University in Dominguez Hills offers an online MBA program and I believe California State University in San Bernardino offers an online MPA program.  University of California at Berkely I think also offers a variety of online degrees.  Duke offers an online Masters of Environmental Management.  As far as I can tell, you can work at your own pace, so if you wanted to be enrolled in several different schools at the same time, you could certainly do that.  It just depends on how much time you're willing to devote to your studies.  \nAs for being cost effective, I would say that depends on a number of factors including the school you're thinking about going to.  Some schools charge by the year and you can take as many classes as you want; others charge by the class.  Obviously a "state school (from my examples, the Cal States and the UC)" charges one price if you're a resident of that state and a higher price if you're a "non-resident."  Private schools (Duke and SMU) charge significantly more.  \nI would say it is certainly possible to go through more than one program at a time, but it will be increasingly more difficult to do if you're working.  One program will be difficult enough if you're working.  If you are looking for a Bachelor's program, I would suggest starting at a JC and maybe taking a couple online classes and/or evening classes to see how it fits in with your schedule and lifestyle, and it will be significantly less expensive to get all of your lower division classes out of the way there compared to anywhere else.  From there, I would look at state schools near you (next cheapest) and see if they have programs you're interested in and possibly double major so you wouldn't have to enroll in two schools, which would be incredibly expensive.  If you're looking for an online Master's program, it may not be cost effective to go to one school online for both programs if the school charges by the class.  I have been looking into two different programs I am interested in for my Master's, and one is a private school and charges by the class.  The other is a nearby state school and is significantly cheaper flat fees.  The private school does offer the program that the state school does, but the state school doesn't offer the program that the private school does.  In my case, it would be more cost effective to go to the two different schools, rather than do both programs at the private school.\nHave you thought about applying for financial aid?  If you're over (I believe) the age of 24, you can get significantly more aid to help you pay for your studies.  If you are working, some employers will help pay for tuition and books if the degree would be beneficial to the company in any way.\nGood Luck!
1007883
I would recommend getting your undergraduate degree in any field that interests you and that you will want to work in the industry of (ex. Public Relations, Marketing, Accounting), and a masters in Business Administration or Management.\n\nThat way, you can end up managing a company that deals with something you are educated about and enjoy (such as managing a marketing firm.)
534698
in just business administration you could maybe me a manager, but the pay wouldnt be that great with just that.  Go for like management and get a masters if you want good money.
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Here's a place to start: http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/index.jsp&#92;\nalso, if you are getting it at a Public University, you have more funds available. There aren't a whole lot of resources for Post Grad education but there are some! Also, most schools have a Federal Perkins Loan program. I STRONGLY recommend you contact the Financial Aid dept at the school where you will get your Master's. If you haven't decided on a school yet, call one of your potentials or look at their website, there should be a resources page. GOOD LUCK!!!!