I have been thinking lately about getting my MBA. My motive is more personal rather than career oriented although I know it could give me a boost after factoring in my experience. Would it be worth it to get this degree from Webster? Are there any problems that I should know of ? Accredidation issues? Are there any reasons that I shouldnt get the degree from there? Reasons that I should? All responses are welcome.
I’m a Webster grad (not online but did some online coursework) and I liked it very much. For the MBA, know that Webster is not AACSB accredited. That doesn’t matter to some people and does to others. Weigh that in your decision process.
The university is regionally accredited (Northcentral Association) so there is no issue there.
One advantage Webster has is campuses all over the US (and world). If you live near a campus you can take some courses in the seat even if you’re an online program student.
A disadvantage is the cost. Webster is a private (formerly Catholic) college and the costs are not exactly public college levels. Online courses are more expensive than courses on campus.
The university is reasonably well respected in their local area (St. Louis) and among the government.
Online classes at Webster are MUCH harder than classes in the seat. This won’t be “pay your fee, get a B” but that’s a plus as far as I’m concerned.
Two lists to look at as you explore other options:
http://www.geteducated.com/rankings/best_mbaaacsb.asp
http://www.geteducated.com/rankings/best_mbareg.asp
The Webster MBA can easily go over 45 semester hours if you need prerequisites or if you pursue a concentration. More hours = more dollars.
USNWR ranks Webster as Universities – Master’s (Midwest) 26; not too bad but also not a top national university.
A cool thing Webster does – if you already have a master’s, you can do a “sequential” second master’s by completing only the core of the new degree and using your first master’s as the electives. For a second master’s, this can be a significant savings.
just a few thoughts – opinions out there vary widely. It’s not Harvard or Duke — but then, they don’t claim to be Harvard or Duke. ?