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Mustang17c

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I will be completing my undergraduate degree this summer (non-aviation). I am working on my ratings right now to (hopefully) become a professional pilot.

I am looking into graduate programs; more specifically ERAU's distance learning programs for MBA/Aviation and Masters in Aeronautical Science. I would take classes while working on my ratings and working for the next 2-3 years.

Any advice on a move like this? I would like to get a masters degree, and the only thing that really sparks my interest is something aviation related like this.
 
My Masters is in Aero Sci with a Safety specialty.

The MAS degree is a much more useful degree than the BS in Aero Sci is. Should your desire to fly not pan out, you can use the degree to get a job with an aviation safety department, the NTSB, the FAA, and a number of other agencies.

Within the MAS program, there are a number of areas of concentration to chose from. It's a 36 credit program that in my opinion is well worth the time and effort!

Good luck!!
 
I am almost complete with the MBA/Aviation program from ERAU. It is a great deal with respect to cost, and the time commitment is not that much. To be honest, it is a hell of a lot easier than my undergrad.

PM me if you want me to go into detail
 
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Do they have MBA or Masters with distance learning program? If yes, how do they work? Thanks...
 
I believe both programs are offered through the distant learning center.

Classes are mainly self study with the requirement to visit a web board for assignments and or discussion. Each professor decides how to run his/her board. You generally have a mid term and a final which must be proctored.

Very simple format and easy to complete if you can deal with self study.
 
Man, thanks for your reply...

But are they expensive?
How long do they take?
So you don´t ever go to the school, even to get your degree?

Considering a masters, it sounds weird.
 
I don't know what the cost is now. When I went I paid about $145 per credit hour. Compared to the on campus program, it is very inexpensive. You won't go to the main campus unless you want to participate in graduation. Everything can be done over the phone or internet.
 
I'm halfway through this program. It's about 1100 bucks (plus books) for a 3 hour class. I've found it pretty challenging, but then I get pretty decent grades, too
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Everything is done over the web, which is great for the way I'm traveling these days. I took my midterm over margaritas in Acapulco last month. Can't beat a grad school like that!

There is a TON of writing, and the exams are, for the most part, straightforward to tough. The only thing that I really think is missing is the interaction with other students on a tri-weekly basis. I sincerely doubt I'll recognize a name and say "Hey! We were in accident investigation together! Remember me?"

I think it's like anything else...you get out what you put in.
 
I didn't realize so many people were involved with this, thanks a ton for the replies. My questions to those that are attending:
1- Are you getting the same degree that an ERAU on campus grad would get
2- MBA or Aero Science, what are you guys going for and which would you advise. The MBA sounds more practical but the Aero Sci classes look much more interesting.
 
I'm doing the MAS. Same degree as on campus, will likely never see the main campus.

I don't know if it applies to you, but they are also VA approved. If you decide to go with Riddle, be aware that you don't have to get the books through the bookstore-much better prices online.

Some of the videos are lame, but some are excellent. I can't stress enough how much writing there is to do! I seem to be ok if I spend some of every day looking at the books. Anything less and I get behind.
 
36 total credits times the going rate per credit hour, plus books and the few dollars it cost to prepare your GRP or Thesis.
 
I'm working on a masters in Finance, but sometimes often wonder if I should've worked towards a masters in aviations? Seeing as I only have about 15 hours left, I guess it's out the window now....well who knows maybe not?
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