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  UK Level 7 Diploma OTHM Diploma in Data Science
Posted by: Imbanewbie - 06-25-2024, 09:59 AM - Forum: Graduate School Discussion - Replies (1)

I found that OTHM offers Level 7 diploma in Data Science. The price is $1200. Pretty affordable.

https://www.lsib.co.uk/course-details.as...rd=Diploma

https://othm.org.uk/qualification/othm-l...ta-science

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  Just got eval and starting this Fall
Posted by: 3ichael7ambert - 06-25-2024, 09:10 AM - Forum: UMPI - University of Maine at Presque Isle Discussion - Replies (11)

                 

JAbsolute complete overkill. 
249 credit transfer to UMPI.

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Looks like I need General Education:
GEC-GLO 5A - 3.0 Credirs Required

Choices:

ANT 100
Introduction to Anthropology
3.00
Fall & Spring
 
ANT 110
World Religions
3.00
Fall & Spring
 
DEI 101
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
3.00
Fall & Spring
 
GEO 100
World Geography
3.00
Fall, Spring, Summer
 
GEO 101
Human Geography
3.00
Fall, Spring, Summer
 
SOC 100
Introduction to Sociology
3.00
 
 
SWK 105
Multiculturalism Diverse Inclu
3.00
Fall & Spring
 
WAB 110
Wabanaki Worldviews
3.00
Spring, Even Years
 
WST 101
Intro to Women's Studies
3.00
Fall & Spring

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Looks like I need one more in the Major (300 Level).

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Towards the minor I need:

BUS 141 Intro Project Management/MS Projects

And pick 3 of these:
 BUS 200
BUS 244
BUS 245
BUS 345

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As far as secondary minors, I’m going to ask for project management and business administration.

As well as doing the 3-4 classes that will transfer to the MAOL.

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Any insight?


   

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  Need degree advice
Posted by: ffgj - 06-25-2024, 05:46 AM - Forum: Degree Planning Advice - Replies (5)

Hello everyone,

I am new in this forum so don't know exactly how everything works here but hope you can help me with my degree!
I studied in bachelor level, 4 semesters electronics engineering in a public university in Kosovo, Europe and then paused for a very long time, 4 years exactly. I have 120 ECTS credits in this field. I am interested in somehow finishing a bachelor degree online. It doesn't have to be exactly electronics engineering, it can be a similar field in engineering or computer science! 
I really need a bachelor degree for work so hope I am here in the right place and you have some good advice what can I do.
Thank you!

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  Journey - UK Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
Posted by: OtterDen - 06-25-2024, 01:07 AM - Forum: Graduate School Discussion - Replies (14)

Post #1: Introduction to My Study Journey

Hello everyone,

As I embark on my journey with the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership, I'm excited to share my experiences, insights, and the overall progression through this program. The diploma will serve as a ladder towards an MBA top-up program in the future.

This thread will serve as a living document where I'll update each phase of my studies, from the initial enrollment to the final assessments.



I've recently completed my registration and made the initial payment (despite the high handling fees via international credit card—something I hope the institution will address by considering alternative payment platforms like Wise in the future). The enrollment process was straightforward, and I am now gearing up to start the course.

What to Expect From This Thread:
  • Course Structure: I'll detail how the courses are structured and the ease of navigating through the program’s platform.
  • Tuition Fees and Payment Options: Insights into the cost-effectiveness of the program and potential financial advice for prospective students.
  • Material Quality: Evaluation of the learning materials provided during the course, including textbooks, online resources, and additional reading materials.
  • Workload: Discussion on the actual time commitment needed to succeed, balancing studies with personal and professional life.
  • Personal Progress and Challenges: Regular updates on my progress, including challenges faced and how I overcome them.
I'll be updating this thread regularly with new posts reflecting each significant phase of my education journey. Stay tuned for more detailed posts as I progress.

Feel free to share your experiences or ask questions.

I'm back to discuss an important aspect of pursuing education—navigating tuition fees. 

As many of you know, the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership is accredited by OTHM but delivered by various education providers, each setting their own fee structures. This diversity in pricing underscores the importance of doing thorough research and engaging in negotiations before finalizing your enrollment.

When exploring tuition fees, it's crucial to compare the offerings of different education providers. Each institution will have its own set of fees, which can vary based on several factors including additional services or support they provide. While I won't dive into specific numbers, as these are sensitive and can fluctuate, I want to emphasize that there is often room for negotiation that could benefit your financial planning.

In my experience, I found it extremely beneficial to reach out to the institutions directly via email to discuss tuition fees. Rather than simply pressing the online purchase button, engaging in a conversation about the costs can lead to significant savings. For instance, by presenting the competitive rates of other providers, I was able to negotiate a more favorable tuition fee that was adjusted to match my financial capabilities and the value offered by competing programs.

Don't shy away from asking about scholarships, grants, or early payment discounts which can further reduce the financial burden. Education providers are often willing to offer these incentives to attract committed students.

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  "Hopefully, I Don’t Get Canceled for This": Renewing IT Certifications is a Scam
Posted by: LevelUP - 06-25-2024, 12:40 AM - Forum: General Education-Related Discussion - Replies (5)

"Hopefully, I Don’t Get Canceled for This"

I saw a video talking about this subject. 

Do you guys consider it unethical to misrepresent on your resume that all your certs are current when some have expired?

Apart from some exceptions, such as DOD jobs or high-value certifications such as CCIE or CISSP, should you keep renewing certificates and paying extra money for the renewal?

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  Next Frontier for College Sports: Cornhole Scholarships
Posted by: LevelUP - 06-24-2024, 11:22 PM - Forum: General Education-Related Discussion - Replies (1)

Next Frontier for College Sports: Cornhole Scholarships

https://www.wsj.com/sports/cornhole-college-scholarships-winthrop-ef04b928

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Shocked The Secret of Why You Will NEVER Get Into an Ivy League School Part 2
Posted by: LevelUP - 06-24-2024, 10:26 PM - Forum: General Education-Related Discussion - Replies (10)

How to Get Into an Ivy League School

This is part 2 of a complete guide disclosing the secrets of how people get into Ivy League schools, including an in-depth 20,000-word article by experts.

This post contains some of my own conclusions based on my research and some notes from the PrepScholar article.

Whether or not you get into an Ivy League school will always be somewhat subjective, so there is no 100% foolproof formula for doing so.

So if all you want to do is get a job, get paid, clock in, and clock out, then this guide isn't for you.

Is it Luck?

Some think that getting into an Ivy League school is a numbers game.

For example, the current odds of getting into Harvard are close to 5%, so your odds would be 1 in 20.

However, this doesn't explain why some students manage to get accepted into every school they applied to, including Harvard, Princeton, MIT, and Stanford.

Are they the luckiest students in the world? Or do they know how to game the system?

Some Disclaimers

1. Going to an Ivy League school, such as Harvard, doesn't mean you will be instantly rich and life will be easy. The average Harvard graduate makes around $88,000.

2. For most careers, attending Ivy League schools won't add extra value. If you plan to become a lawyer, you have top bragging rights if you graduate from Yale or Harvard. For the rich and famous, the Ivy League is sort of like an exclusive golfing club.

So even if you don't want to attend an Ivy League school, learning some of the tricks on how to have a strong college application can help you get into other schools.

For Starters

Let's start with the obvious things you need to do to get accepted into an Ivy League school:

- Near-perfect GPA (3.9+ unweighted)
- AP exams scoring 4 or 5 on each exam
- 98th percentile score on the SAT (1520+)
- 99th percentile score on the ACT (34+)

It helps if you attend a school that has some grade inflation so that you can spend less time on basic courses and more time focusing on AP courses and SAT & ACT exams. A good public school is fine, as it is sometimes better to be a big fish in a little pond than a small fish in a big pond.

Keep in mind you don't have to be perfect. If you are super strong in math and science, then it's okay to be weaker in English, and vice versa.

Now the Secret

The secret to getting into an Ivy League school is to prove to the school that you will accomplish things that will change the world.

How do you do that?

Well, you need to have a track record that shows you are doing things now that prove you have an effect on the world.

Now this is hard to do, even for an adult with a successful career, let alone a 17-year-old teenager. This is why it's often a "privilege" to have parents that can support kids through this journey using their expertise.

Some examples to show schools that you are world-class:

- You are a state or national debate champion (pre-law)
- You started a successful business (Business major)
- You created GPL software that has 1 million downloads (CS major)
- You write blog posts for major news companies (English Major)
- Participate in nationwide research competitions (Science Major)
- You have 100,000+ social media followers (various majors)

Forget about volunteering, athletics, or playing an instrument. These things are a waste of time in terms of helping you get into a top school.

Here is a nearly 20,000-word article that explains all this in depth:

How to Get Into Harvard and the Ivy League, by a Harvard Alum
https://blog.prepscholar.com/how-to-get-...rvard-alum

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  InVideo AI - Interesting concept for faceless videos
Posted by: bjcheung77 - 06-24-2024, 07:14 PM - Forum: Off Topic - Replies (5)

Here's two quick 1 minute (roughly) videos I created with just one sentence typed into InVideo AI.  I downloaded them and placed it into my Google Drive, it'll show up very similar to a YouTube video, I've set it to 480p so the size is smaller.  The AI has this voice from a middle/senior aged man, sounds British/American mix...

Language Learning AI https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ucqu2iz...sp=sharing
Unmasking Aliases AI https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VIH9nfq...sp=sharing

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  A $20 MBA
Posted by: marcelor78 - 06-24-2024, 05:05 PM - Forum: Graduate School Discussion - Replies (15)

I'm from Brazil and this institution is advertising its MBA degrees for around 20 dollars. It is not a Master like American MBA's but something like a Graduate Certificate (we call it lato senso, which is a a graduate degree that doesn't require a dissertation/thesis). There are some other areas too. I don't know if there are hidden fees, but this is absurdly cheap, even here, where online education is usually way cheaper than in-person degrees. 

https://faculdadeimes.org.br/faculdade/g...presarial/

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  University of Kansas is looking to add Competency-Based Education
Posted by: RbxFunRocks - 06-24-2024, 03:49 PM - Forum: General "Big 3", B&M colleges, and other colleges - Replies (36)

I found this page from the University of Kansas about something called Jayhawk Flex. Apparently, representatives met together in February 2023 to discuss integrating CBE into the school. Their main objective has been to finish it by Fall 2024.

KU hopes that through Jayhawk Flex, they can launch:

  • A Non-credit CBE program
  • A For-credit, stackable, micro-credential
  • A Full direct assessment academic program, including general education

They've been providing updates on this page: <https://jayhawkflex.ku.edu/cbe-ku-updates-06122024>. One week ago, they had a "Halfway There Celebration".

I think this is extremely interesting, especially coming from a R1 university. What are your thoughts?

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