Is distance learning MBA a good idea at all?

Run-of-the-milldistance learning mba courses are popping up all over the globe, so how can you ensure your distance learning program is from a top business school? (article by Ross Geraghty)

It is essential with any top business school MBA course that the candidate finds the best ‘fit’ for them. This involves spending a lot of time and effort considering the study options available. After all, an MBA program is expensive, time consuming and requires a considerable amount of effort to graduate from. This is even more important when considering the many distance learning MBAs on offer. Finding a top business school with a decent reputation is going to be a lot more impressive to employers, due to the numerous run-of-the-mill ‘buy an MBA’ institutions that have emerged in recent years.

School reputation is still one of the most important factors MBA candidates have to consider, and it’s doubly important when you consider that employers are doing exactly the same. If a DL MBA is your choice, try and get a place at the most reputable school that you are eligible for. Make absolutely sure of the accreditation that school has. Talk to alumni and other business schools to try and get a handle on the place that you’re applying to. Try and talk to recruiters if possible to see what their opinions are on the school you’re thinking about applying too.