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Have you had a favorite online course so far?

My favorite course was Product Management. It was my second to last class, so I was feeling the momentum of almost being done. The course itself was really fun and included a simulation that was extremely representative of today's business environment.

Each week, we made executive-level decisions impacting all areas of a business. We had to custom build a product, determine how many to produce, figure out where to distribute, design a marketing plan, and analyze the competition the whole time to be sure that we were maintaining market dominance. My partner and I ran the most successful business in the class, and we really enjoyed competing with our peers.

What do you currently do for a living?

I am currently employed as an associate marketing manager and webinar producer at a sales and marketing company in Florida. I am responsible for coordinating the marketing efforts for several of our brands as well as developing live and recorded presentations to inform our target market about the benefits of our services.

Do you plan to pursue other online degrees after this?

Since I am still young and have a limited amount of work experience, I will not pursue another degree for some time. Eventually, I would love to get my PhD. In the immediate future, I will probably take some continuing education courses online to maintain a fresh base of knowledge and stay competitive.

When it's all said and done, how much will the MBA have cost you and how are you paying for it?

Total tuition for the MBA program was about $23,400. My employer offers tuition assistance, so I was responsible for the cost of the books and materials. I researched a lot of programs, and Regis's was one of the most affordable for me. I lucked out by working for a company that values education as much as I do and was willing to help me accomplish my educational goals.

Do you have any advice for people considering online education?

My advice for someone considering online education would be to do a lot of research before selecting a program. Make sure that whatever program you choose will fit into your life and provide you with the tools and resources necessary to complete your degree.

You also want to make sure you are attending a school that is regionally accredited so that it is recognized and respected by employers. Lastly, stay focused on the reason you started to begin with and don't give up. You have what it takes to accomplish your goal, so make a promise to yourself to finish and then do it.

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