The rapid expansion of internet access and capability combined with technological advancements in educational software, make it possible to create a stimulating, flexible, and highly interactive vehicle which provides working adults convenient access to graduate studies without sacrificing academic quality. Students juggling work responsibilities, travel requirements, and family commitments can pursue their MPA from the convenience of their own keyboards, where, and whenever, that may be. The eMPA Online option offers students an unsurpassed mix of quality, convenience, and flexibility with the added benefit of a preset schedule which enables them to know exactly what courses they will take - and when. Classes are scheduled in a sequence to enable the student to achieve optimum relevancy from one course to the next. A Personal Identification Number allows students access to the course content, the professor, and their classmates.
Communication is ongoing via e-mail, bulletin boards, group conference rooms or private chat rooms.
The program is organized in such a way as to enable students to work with each other on group projects just as they would in a traditional classroom. Interestingly, some students have reported more interaction with the professor and student peers in on-line classes than in the classroom. In order to read attached files and to share work with other classmates, Microsoft Office 97 is essential throughout the program to insure compatibility. All Rights Reserved.