Learn online with a network of Canadian professionals
Earning your MBA is a big decision — and it can feel especially daunting when you’re balancing a full-time job and other life commitments. But thanks to today’s flexible, accredited online programs, getting your MBA is more accessible than ever. Still, some people are hesitant to enroll because they think they will be learning alone.
At UFred, nothing could be further from the truth.
When earning your MBA online, you learn alongside other students in the same position as you. Your peers likely have full-time jobs and growing careers, a busy home life, social commitments and all the other demands that come with living a full life.
While students may be located across Canada and the world, you’ll remain connected to classmates and professors through technology that doesn’t inhibit your learning experience.
Here are five benefits of UFred’s connected online learning experience.
1. You’ll have lots of opportunities to connect
One of the best things about getting your MBA online is that you’ll never have to learn on your own if you don’t want to. You can always contact your classmates or professors for guidance and collaboration. There are plenty of opportunities to connect with others in your program, whether through discussion forums, group projects, virtual classes or online networking. We also offer cross-country in-person meet and greets!
2. You’ll learn different perspectives from people
When you’re learning with a community of other students, you’ll get different perspectives on the course material that can help you better understand the concepts you’re studying. For example, suppose you’re struggling to see how a particular theory applies to real-world business situations. In that case, another student in your program could share their own experiences that shed some light on the matter.
3. You’ll build a network of professional contacts
As you progress through your online MBA program, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with other students from different geographies who are also working professionals. This provides an excellent opportunity to build up your professional network across Canada and beyond.
4. You’ll regularly interact with your professors
Our online MBA program offers synchronous courses, which means you log in at a scheduled time to attend live lectures or discussion sessions led by your professor. Ask questions, get clarification on assignments and build relationships with your instructors as part of your online learning.
5. Get real-world experience even at a distance
Group projects are a staple of business school. These interactions will give you valuable insights into how different people approach problems and situations. You’ll also get feedback on your work from people who can help make you better at what you do. Together, UFred students learn to become the best possible leaders.
Getting an online MBA is a great way to further your career without sacrificing your current job or lifestyle. When you choose an online MBA program with a community of learners, you will have access to a supportive community of peers and professors. So even if you are learning remotely, you are not without tools and support.
If you’re ready to begin UFred’s MBA program, it’s as easy as completing the application form. If you still have questions about the online learning experience, one of our Program Advisors would be happy to answer your questions. An advisor can be reached at information@ufred.ca or by phone at 1-877-454-6232 ext. 1.