Top officials at Vassar and the State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz have announced the creation of a Master of Business Administration program that will enable Vassar students to attain an MBA degree one year after they graduate.
Vassar President Elizabeth H. Bradley and SUNY New Paltz President Darrell P. Wheeler made the joint announcement, then signed a memorandum of understanding officially creating the new program. “This collaboration with SUNY New Paltz expands opportunities for our students by combining the strengths of a liberal arts education with advanced professional preparation in business,” Bradley said. “The program provides a clear and affordable pathway for students who want to integrate creativity, critical thinking, and entrepreneurship with the practical skills of an MBA.”
Does anyone think that this is a good idea ?
Or, rephrasing the question, why is this a good idea ?
Why do you think it is not?
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This seems nicely beneficial:
“Non–New York State residents admitted to the program will receive a scholarship to bring tuition in line with in-state rates for up to one year [the designed length of the program] of study.”
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In general I’m not a fan of getting a MBA before obtaining meaningful work experience – but to the extent this program works for any Vassar students who want a reasonably priced one year business degree, then it’s a positive. No real downside to either institution in offering this option.
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