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The Raymond A. Mason School of Business recognizes that students enrolled in our online graduate business programs are highly engaged professionals, and their aim is the means to enrich and accelerate their careers. Both our Online MBA and Online Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) are designed to offer the skill sets, knowledge and experiential tools students may need to achieve these goals, but we are also committed to providing support beyond the classroom.

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Through our Graduate Career Management Center and exclusive alumni services, the Raymond A. Mason School of Business delivers a robust suite of tools that can aid in job searches, interview preparation, networking and more.

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I realized the tools that were available to me, the resources, the people, the connections and my classmates have made it a really enjoyable experience.
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How to Choose Between an MS in Finance, an MS in Economics and an MBA
15 Sep
Anyone thinking about earning a master’s degree has a lot of decisions to make. One of the first questions you need to answer is what type of degree you plan to earn.
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Essential Preparation for Careers in Marketing Leadership
10 Sep
In a global business economy, marketing offers some of the most diverse career opportunities available. It’s a rapidly growing industry, with companies all over the world seeking top marketing talent to help sell products and services to key audiences.
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How Much Does an Online Master's Degree in Marketing Cost?
07 Sep
Professional aspirations and the drive to achieve are powerful motivators when you choose to pursue an online master’s degree in marketing. As you weigh the many factors that influence your choice of program, tuition will surely be an element to consider.
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The Best Courses for a Future in Data Analytics
27 Aug
We live in a world with seemingly endless amounts of data: demographics, socioeconomic information, buying patterns and preferences, social media interactions and more. With all of that information churning around, businesses must be able to derive meaning from it and use it to move forward strategically.
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How Important is AACSB Accreditation?
25 Aug
When you think of pursuing an MBA, there are many criteria to take into account. You need to find a program offering the degree that fits your goals, delivering the quality you expect, in the format and on the schedule that works with the rest of your time commitments.
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Why Choose William & Mary Over a One-Year MBA Program?
25 Aug
It can be hard to find the right MBA program. In a world full of them, each one strives to earn the confidence—and tuition dollars—of new applicants. It’s often a challenge to see past the promotional materials to the details of each program’s unique traits.
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AACSB Accreditation: Its Standards and Benefits
20 Aug
Accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) is an elite honor bestowed upon fewer than 5% of business schools worldwide. Choosing an AACSB-accredited online MBA program ensures that you'll study at a premium-quality institution where you’ll be taught by world-class faculty.
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Compare and Contrast: MBA vs. Master’s Degree
10 Aug
You have excelled in your education and may be some years into your career. Graduate school beckons as the next right step in your advancement, but how do you know which degree to pursue? What’s the difference between a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and all the other master’s degrees out there?
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“Should I get an MBA?”
28 Jul
The choice to pursue an MBA is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. Earning your degree will require rigorous effort and could yield lifelong rewards. An MBA program helps you build business leadership skills and a professional network. It can prepare you for an executive career in business, finance, marketing, data science and a range of other fields.
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Hadoop Data Lake Software: What is it and how is it used?
28 Jul
With the rapid rise in data availability over the past decade, the amount of data processed by modern businesses has far surpassed the resources offered by traditional databases. With the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, complex data parsing and analysis are now common functions of modern businesses.
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Best NewSQL Databases
08 Jul
Gone are the days of sifting through alphabetized folders in clunky filing cabinets looking for a missing document. Modern businesses process thousands of gigabytes of data every day, and doing so in a way that maximizes the data’s value requires computerized analysis with lightning-fast organizational systems.
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What Is Predictive Analytics?
07 Jul
As more leaders prioritize technologies such as machine learning (ML) and big data, they increasingly turn to predictive analytics for decision-making. By developing predictions, organizations are better able to gain a competitive advantage and use resources effectively.
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