03.05.2010
The time to determine whether or not your online business degree is real is before you've paid for a diploma that is worthless or worse when seeking a job.
But with so many online degree programs to choose from, how are you to know the genuine programs from the questionable ones and make sure you don't get taken for a ride?
It's simple really if you follow some simple guidelines and avoid some basic pitfalls:
- Don't fall for "instant degrees", those offered immediately or with little or know course work required
- Look for accreditation meaningthe school's curriculum has been reviewed and approved by outside agencies affliated with accepted accademic standards
- Watch out for programs with zero selectivity in enrollment or requiring no prerequisite beyond payment
- Avoid so-called "diploma mills" businesses with no ties to accademic institutions or accreditation which simply offer diplomas for a straight payment.
To avoid mistakes that can cost you time and money, investigate online degree programs carefully and for more on avoiding fraudulent programs or diploma mills see "Information About Diploma Mills" and "What is a diploma mill" from eLearners.com.
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