M Ed Adult Ed or Training

[GoodYellowDogs]

So, I'm all set to start my MBA in about 6 weeks, and today I was asked if I would be interesting in a trainer role.  Apparently I did really well in teaching/training a couple of weeks ago.   So I have questions:

1.  What is the master degree called that focuses on adult learners and/or corporate type of training.  I need to know what to search for

2.  I know there are various weird resources for inexpensive education courses that I could start with... but I don't know what they are.  All I remember is VESI, but I think there are others out there.

3.  Who has the least expensive online master of ed degrees?

Thanks everyone!

[MNomadic]

Capella has some grad courses in education you may find useful:

https://www.capella.edu/online-degrees/e...velopment/

[Tedium]

This is the area I would get a graduate degree in. This is really my area of interest. It's also known as "Training and Development" at some schools. Also listed under "Workforce Development" or "Human Resource Development". Some schools stick it under Human Resources, others under Education.

Amberton has a pretty cheap program. Looks pretty engaging as well: http://www.amberton.edu/programs-and-cou...index.html

Northwestern State University where online students pay in-state tuition: https://www.nsula.edu/ensu/online-progra...-learning/

Middle Tennessee State University has an interesting looking MPS: http://www.mtsu.edu/programs/training-de.../index.php

That should get you started! When I get home and have access to my saved websites I'll add a few more.

[GoodYellowDogs]

Capella has some grad courses in education you may find useful:

https://www.capella.edu/online-degrees/e...velopment/

Oooh...   Looks nice to get me started to see if I want to go this way!

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This is the area I would get a graduate degree in. This is really my area of interest. It's also known as "Training and Development" at some schools. Also listed under "Workforce Development" or "Human Resource Development". Some schools stick it under Human Resources, others under Education.

Amberton has a pretty cheap program. Looks pretty engaging as well: http://www.amberton.edu/programs-and-cou...index.html

Northwestern State University where online students pay in-state tuition: https://www.nsula.edu/ensu/online-progra...-learning/

Middle Tennessee State University has an interesting looking MPS: http://www.mtsu.edu/programs/training-de.../index.php

That should get you started! When I get home and have access to my saved websites I'll add a few more.

Can't wait to explore some of these tonight.

[cookderosa]

I'm going to go against the grain and recommend not putting money into credits in those areas. Those aren't roles / occupations that require degrees, rather those are more a way for a person who is already in that role to get a master's degree.
BUT, if you're determined, maybe your MBA may allow you to add on a few courses, that might be a nice way to keep your momentum rolling and get everything on a transcript (maybe even an extra certificate?)

Option B) what about a certificate / verification through one of the MOOCs? Good resume booster with tiny cost investment. You could have an entire resume section devoted to "Professional Development" and include them there.

Because I love to research this kind of thing, I found this:
Michigan University (MichiganX) Micromasters "Leading Educational Innovation and Improvement"
https://www.edx.org/micromasters/michiga...innovation

Here's the video promoting the program https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnqtSrfOlU8

Complete 5 edX courses ($940) to receive the MicroMaster's credential. Should you choose to pursue a Masters at Michigan in Educational Leadership and Policy, Teaching and Learning, New Media and Literacy, or Urban Pedagogy - your Micromasters is worth 12 credits! Sweet deal imo.

[GoodYellowDogs]

I'm going to go against the grain and recommend not putting money into credits in those areas.  Those aren't roles / occupations that require degrees, rather those are more a way for a person who is already in that role to get a master's degree.  
BUT, if you're determined, maybe your MBA may allow you to add on a few courses, that might be a nice way to keep your momentum rolling and get everything on a transcript (maybe even an extra certificate?)  

Option B) what about a certificate / verification through one of the MOOCs?  Good resume booster with tiny cost investment.  You could have an entire resume section devoted to "Professional Development" and include them there.

Because I love to research this kind of thing, I found this:
Michigan University (MichiganX) Micromasters "Leading Educational Innovation and Improvement"
https://www.edx.org/micromasters/michiga...innovation

Here's the video promoting the program https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnqtSrfOlU8

Complete 5 edX courses ($940) to receive the MicroMaster's credential.  Should you choose to pursue a Masters at Michigan in Educational Leadership and Policy, Teaching and Learning, New Media and Literacy, or Urban Pedagogy - your Micromasters is worth 12 credits!  Sweet deal imo.

Oh, this sounds like a great idea.   I really have to decide this weekend, so this gives me a lot more options.   Thanks!

[davewill]

I'm going to go against the grain and recommend not putting money into credits in those areas.  Those aren't roles / occupations that require degrees, rather those are more a way for a person who is already in that role to get a master's degree.  
BUT, if you're determined, maybe your MBA may allow you to add on a few courses, that might be a nice way to keep your momentum rolling and get everything on a transcript (maybe even an extra certificate?) ...

This was my reaction. Better to get the MBA, adding on some sort of specialization or cert if possible. I feel like a degree in ed would be more appropriate for someone who wants into school or government program administration.

[dfrecore]

I agree with Jennifer, I would not change your decisions, an MBA is a MUCH better choice than what you're talking about. If you really wanted to switch from a general MBA to a specialized one, then an MBA in HR would be good.

Just remember that an MBA is worth more in the business world than almost anything else. If you end up being a trainer, having an MBA is fine. If you DON'T end up being a trainer, then having an MBA will be great. IF you end up being a trainer, having a MA in Education/Training is great. If you DON'T end up being a trainer, then having a MA in Educations/Training is not great.

When you're in the business world, getting an MBA is almost 100% a win. Getting a MA in something like education/training is limiting.

Just my opinion.

[cookderosa]

I'm going to go against the grain and recommend not putting money into credits in those areas.  Those aren't roles / occupations that require degrees, rather those are more a way for a person who is already in that role to get a master's degree.  
BUT, if you're determined, maybe your MBA may allow you to add on a few courses, that might be a nice way to keep your momentum rolling and get everything on a transcript (maybe even an extra certificate?)  

Option B) what about a certificate / verification through one of the MOOCs?  Good resume booster with tiny cost investment.  You could have an entire resume section devoted to "Professional Development" and include them there.

Because I love to research this kind of thing, I found this:
Michigan University (MichiganX) Micromasters "Leading Educational Innovation and Improvement"
https://www.edx.org/micromasters/michiga...innovation

Here's the video promoting the program https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnqtSrfOlU8

Complete 5 edX courses ($940) to receive the MicroMaster's credential.  Should you choose to pursue a Masters at Michigan in Educational Leadership and Policy, Teaching and Learning, New Media and Literacy, or Urban Pedagogy - your Micromasters is worth 12 credits!  Sweet deal imo.

Oh, this sounds like a great idea.   I really have to decide this weekend, so this gives me a lot more options.   Thanks!

And because I got sucked in, I signed up for my own micromasters lol - thanks! ha ha

[GoodYellowDogs]

The reason I'm considering it is that I'm old. I have only about 4-5 years left to work. I just need to stay competitive and ahead of the curve for that amount of time. That being said, I saw someone finished the WGU MBA in 57 days (I posted a thread) and that has me really psyched. hahahaha!