Online Degrees: The Future for Students Working Full-Time?
How do you want to earn your degree?
Between a variety of technological advances and a psychological shift in how universities and institutes approach their delivery of education, studying your degree online has become an increasingly accessible and effective option.
In fact, for those who are working full-time, studying online is usually the best way to obtain a degree while balancing work and personal obligations.
Here are some leading benefits of studying a degree online if you are working full-time.
- Flexibility: Online courses allow students to study at their own pace, choose when and where they want to study, and complete coursework and assessments on their own schedule. This is ideal for working professionals who cannot commit to a fixed schedule due to work commitments.
83.7% of AIM Business School graduates were happy with the facilities and resources provided, compared to a national average of 74.6% - Accessible Learning Environment: Online courses also offer a more flexible learning environment. Students can review lectures and coursework as many times as needed to ensure they understand the material. Additionally, online students can communicate with instructors and classmates via email, chat rooms, or discussion forums, enabling them to interact and ask questions whenever they have free time.
87.4% of AIM Business School graduates rated the teaching practices positively, compared to a national average of 79%. - Time and Money-Saving: By studying online, individuals can save money on transportation, parking fees, and other expenses associated with attending classes on campus. Moreover, they can save time that would otherwise be spent traveling to and from campus, allowing them to focus on their work and other responsibilities.
82.6% of AIM Business School graduates had an overall positive experience, compared to a national average of 70.7%. - Real-World, Contemporary Practice: While this is dependent on your particular role and industry, online study can help you gain expertise in skills that are essential in today’s digital work environment. This includes technical abilities, such as using file sharing tools and online platforms, as well as soft skills around time management and self-discipline. This expertise can be applied back to your professional life long before you finish your degree.
82.8% of AIM Business School graduates were positive about their skills development, compared to a national average of 78.6%.
Knowing these facts, does studying online sound more appealing? With their flexibility, accessible learning environment, time and money-saving benefits, and applicability to the modern world, online courses enable you to earn a degree while still fulfilling your work and personal obligations.
AIM Business School is committed to creating a positive learning experience, one where students can feel confident in their skills development and are provided all the resources and support they need to succeed. It is why we believe everyone looking for a great business education, especially those juggling work and other personal commitments, should choose us as their provider.
If you are considering obtaining a degree while working full-time, pursuing an online degree is an excellent option that should be seriously considered.
All statistics are taken from ComparED, a website funded by the Department of Education to provide prospective students with relevant and transparent information about Australian higher education institutions from the perspective of current students and recent graduates.