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Q: What are the best graduate degrees for an international career?
I recently graduated with undergraduate degrees in business and economics. I don't know what I want my long-term career to look like, but I do know that I would love to do something with an international aspect (whether it be actually living in a foreign country or just something involving some international travel). Are there certain graduate degrees that would be especially suited to provide opportunities for this type of career?

A: Since you already have a business degree I would suggest getting a degree (or just getting fluent) in a language/several languages. I have a BA in international business, however I found out that it is basically worthless in getting an international focused job, because I am not fluent in another language. I took four years of Spanish, but I am in no way fluent. If you are fluent in at least on more language you will be on the right track to getting an international job. The more languages the better, however it is hard for most people to learn a language at this stage in life. Good luck!

Q: Is having two undergraduate degrees equivalent to having a graduate degree?
Someone told me that having two undergraduate (bachelor) degrees is equivalent to having a graduate (master) degree. Is this true in the U.S.? If this is not true, are there any advantages in having two undergraduate degrees? Someone told me that having two undergraduate (bachelor) degrees is equivalent to having a graduate (master) degree. Is this true in the U.S.? If this is not true, are there any advantages in having two undergraduate degrees when you look for jobs?

A: No - it is not the same. The advantage is in having a knowledge base in two disciplines. It's especially helpful if they are connected. Criminal Justice and Psychology work well together.

Q: Where can I get a list of colleges offering graduate degrees in Human Sexuality?
I am an undergraduate student majoring in Sociology. My ulitmate goal is to gain a graduate degree (Ph.D) in Human Sexuality. I have looked up the American Board of Sexology and The Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality (SSSS). However, there list doesn't really give all the Universities with graduate oppurtunities. For instance no one lists Georgia State University which offers graduate degrees in Sociology with a concentration in Gender and Sexuality. GSU is where I plan to attend for my M.A. but I also want to know of my options. I understand the many of you who are here for your points but serious answers are really appreciated. Thanks

A: I'm not sure, but i would advise that you use Google.com and search. Or try http://www.askjeeves.com

Q: What are some of the shortest graduate degrees that are in an area currently in high demand?
I will have my BA soon, and I am having second thoughts about the career I had chosen--education. What are some areas--besides education--that are currently in high demand, that require only a Master's Degree? Preferably a graduate degree that is pursued by those with a Bachelor's in Arts?

A: Why don't you approach it from the standpoint of your own qualifications and interests? Many colleges offer a vocational interest test which should help you./

Q: Is there any University in Canada which offers Graduate Degrees with Least Fees?
Is there any University in Canada which offers Graduate Degrees with Least Fees? Please Help Me as I Can not offord thousand and thousands of Dollors..? Please Help Me....

A: All international students are assessed an international student differential fee. While all students in Canada have faced dramatic fee increases over the last decade, tuition fees for international students have become particularly burdensome in recent years. In fall 2005, average tuition fees for international students reached $12,587— more than double the already high fees paid by Canadian citizens. At some universities, international students pay up to $20,000 a year in tuition fees, and this figure rises to over $30,000 for professional programs such as medicine and law, and a staggering $35,000 per year for some graduate programs. International students who become Permanent Residents of Canada may be eligible for a reassessment of the differential fee. Overall, tuition fees for international students tend to be highest at institutions in British Columbia, where students in some programs at the University of British Columbia, Simon Fraser University and the University of Victoria faced user fees as high as $17,000 for the 2005-2006 academic year. Manitoba currently has the lowest tuition fees in Canada for international students. Nonetheless, international students in Manitoba pay substantially higher fees than Canadian citizens because international students are not included in the province’s ongoing tuition fee freeze. Located in Canada’s most easterly province, Newfoundland and Labrador, Memorial University offers a diverse selection of graduate programs leading to diplomas, master’s and doctoral degrees in the arts, sciences, professional and interdisciplinary areas of study. Tuition Fees for international students: Less than CAD $ 1500/term (lowest in Canada).

Q: What are graduate degrees called in the UK?
I am looking for a graduate program in London but they are called different things like: AA/AE Level, NVQ 4/5, Foundation Degree etc. Help!

A: Review this website: http://www.britishcouncil.org/usa-education-graduate-overview-of-degree-types.htm

Q: Are graduate degrees worth while in Engineering?
I'm approaching my senior year in undergraduate chemical engineering and considering getting a masters or a doctorate. I have no desire to teach but was wondering if a graduate degree in the field would make all that much difference in salary or promotion. I co-op for goodyear (R) as of now.

A: If you intent to stay at the same job for most of your career, then the value is less than if you will change jobs often as it is always good to have a few extra items listed in the resume and it shows your commitment to the field with an advanced degree. The other thing that can be worth while is the alumni contacts for another school, this is assuming that you will get an advance degree at a different school than your undergrad.

Q: Is it more helpful to graduate with two degrees or graduate with latin honors?
I think I would like to go into advertising and might be graduating with degrees in sociology and studio art. I already have my AAS in Visual Communication. I am also just shy of a semester of Spanish to be able to graduate with latin honors, but I don't have enough free time to try and double major with latin honors. Which is better to have?

A: If you are wanting to further your academic career then honors looks much better because anyone can graduate with two degrees, if they have the time, but not everyone can graduate with one degree with a GPA worthy of honors.

Q: Are European Universities as good as American for graduate degrees?
I'm considering some universities in the UK and in Switzerland for my graduate degree rather than returning to the US. If you have a degree from a European institution, I'd really appreciate your info and input, especially regarding the marketability of a European degree.

A: Actually if the Graduate degree you want is in either business or international affairs, or Politic Science, a post graduate- degree from a European university would be extremely marketable, mainly because you get to experience another countries way of doing things. They did a survey in Ireland of employers and found that they would higher someone who had work experience in another country over a masters from a domestic university or IT.

Q: What is the highest educational accreditation for colleges issuing graduate degrees?
I am looking into a particular graduate school with a very specific program. It offers courses strictly online though so it is only accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (which I know is good for local accreditation) but nationally it is accredited by Distance Education and Training Council. I've never heard of that accreditation, is that legitimate or what is the "big time" accreditation I should be looking for?

A: Institutions can have 3 levels of accreditation. Regional - The highest level. Most schools fall into this category. National - A real, but not as widely accepted level. (DETC falls into this category) Unaccredited - Avoid There are many many fully online schools and traditional schools offering online schools that are regionally accredited. I wouldn't settle for anything less. Edit: The organization listed below is an "accreditation mill and has no academic meaning" WAUC, is an institutional accrediting body not recognized by the United States Department of Education. It is run by Maxine Asher, director of the American World University, an unaccredited school.

Q: What careers in Psych can you do or pursue with these three types of graduate degrees?
Cognitive, Affective, and Behavioral Neuroscience Social and Cultural Psychology Developmental Psychology For each of these Master's level degrees, what type of job can you do (within the field of Psychology)? Thanks : )

A: To be a clinical psychologist, you really need a PhD. With Masters in any of those, you can, though, work in shelters for people in crises. Or you can work on research within a university, as a research coordinator, for example. You can also work in research companies. If you want to practice psychology with patients, you need a PhD.

Q: What are the possible graduate degrees for a certified physical education teacher?
I know tha Adapted Physical Education or Health Education will amke you more marketable. But what else is there?

A: sports mng, exercise physiology, athletic training, kinesiology, physical therapy. With a background in PE you should be able to get into most of these without problems.

Q: What Graduate degrees are offered at Duke University?
This is for a for a college research project, i just need a simple answer.

A: 1) Go to http://www.duke.edu/ 2) Click on "Academics" 3) Click on "Schools and Departments" 4) Click on "The Graduate School" 5) Click on "Departments and Programs" I'm sure you can figure it out from there.

Q: What are some lucrative graduate degrees a History major/English minor could pursue?
The most unique and best thought out idea will get a full ten points.

A: Master of Business Administration (MBA) Master of Public Administration (MPA) both are more than appropriate for a history major and are generalist degrees leading to management positions. The MBA probably has more immediate value, the MPA can lead to some really sweet government jobs. MFA in Creative Writing (writing historical fiction) MA/MS in Technical Writing (writing/editing text material) good writers with a specialty background are in short supply. JD - what else need be said about the lucre of a law degree? MA/MS in Journalism - with the intent of becoming an international journalist. Who better to write what will become history than a historian? MA in Museum Studies. I don't know about how much these people get paid but it has to be a pretty cool job. MA in History (followed by a PhD) - but only if you're really dedicated to a very narrow specialty and are ready to become the foremost expert on that subject; and then write about it. Any degree can be turned into a fascinating career, you just have to decide what you want to do and then go do it.

Q: What's the difference between under-graduate and graduate degrees in college?


A: An undergraduate degree is an associate's degree (2-year* degree), or a bachelor's degree (4-year*). A graduate degree would be a master's degree (6 year*) or a doctoral degree (8 year*). These are including the undergraduate years, so you typically need undergraduate plus two years for master's and undergraduate plus 4 years for doctorate. *Years can vary. You'll see a lot of 'lazy' people complete a bachelor's in 5 years, and someone who is working and going to school might take longer to get a graduate degree.