ENEB Master Thread

[IHatePickingUsernames]

Several days ago, I sent an email to evaluations@eneb.com (the email address given on the promo materials for the new exam option), and CC'd Academy. I got a reply the next day.

My Email:

Hello,

How is ENEB going to differentiate the transcripts of those choosing the testing option from those choosing the classic methodology? In the classic methodology a final project is required for each course, which then provides the grade for the course. These grades, course-by-course, make up the final transcript.

How are course grades going to be handled for those who choose the testing option? Other than a fifty question multiple-choice exam score, what will a test-taker's transcript look like? How will ENEB grade each course in the test-taker's degree program? Will each course receive a designation of "Pass" instead of an actual grade? Further, what happens if someone is undertaking a dual degree and tests out of one, but not the other? What happens with the courses that overlap both programs? 

Additionally, is ENEB making it clear that the testing option is only for those people who don't need to use their degrees to qualify for further academic study, or to qualify for certain occupations? Yes, everyone is aware of the degrees' limitations of use in Spain. But, ENEB has many, many students who are not from Spain! 

Has ENEB considered how having ONE fifty question multiple-choice test would devalue of ALL of its degrees? 

Has ENEB considered that, with the introduction of the testing option, it will now be considered a degree mill the world over? 

It would be different if there was a difficult, fifty question multiple-choice exam for each course, but ONE exam of fifty multiple-choice questions for an entire degree is absolutely ridiculous! Why would you make it so EASY?

Is ENEB so greedy for money that it has no regard for how our degrees will be accepted going forward? Is ENEB trying to sabotage us? Students from outside of Spain, and especially in the USA, are already facing problems getting our ENEB master's degrees accepted as full master's degrees. But, when word gets out that ENEB is letting students earn master's degrees by taking a two-hour multiple choice exam, our degrees will become worthless. All the work we did; all the blood, sweat, and tears that we shed to earn our degrees will become worthless! Especially if ENEB does not make any differentiation between the degrees earned the traditional way and those earned by taking the exam.

Please don't let something as simple as a transcript notation get in the way of everyone's best interests! 

Thank you for your time.


The Reply From Evaluations:

Hello [IHatePickingUsernames],

Thank you for sharing your concerns regarding the optional exam methodology at ENEB. We appreciate your input and would like to assure you that the quality and recognition of our degrees, both locally and abroad, will remain unaffected.

ENEB is currently developing a comprehensive system that will evaluate and grade each course completed through the testing option. While exact details are being finalized, we can assure you that the issuing of "Pass" designations is being considered as a feasible grading approach.

It is essential to note that the testing option is intended for individuals who may not require their degrees for further academic pursuits or certain occupations. [Emphasis mine] We understand that a significant number of our students are internationally based, and we are committed to considering the recognition and acceptance of our degrees across various regions.

ENEB takes these concerns seriously, and rest assured, we are fully aware of the potential impact of the testing option on the perceived value of our degrees. Our goal is to maintain the integrity and prestige of our programs, and we are dedicated to ensuring that the testing option does not compromise this. Measures will be taken to avoid any devaluation of our degrees. Additionally, this evaluation method has been traditionally conducted in multiple schools.

We share your passion for protecting the reputation and worth of your hard-earned degrees. Your feedback is invaluable to us, as we continuously strive to enhance the educational experience and maintain the highest standards of quality. Your concerns have been noted, and we will make a concerted effort to address them appropriately.

Thank you for bringing these points to our attention. We value your trust in ENEB, and we are committed to serving the best interests of our students.

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We're going to have to wait and see how things pan out because ENEB is still trying to figure things out, themselves. As my father used to say, that's bass ackwards. I would think that they had every detail figured out before even promoting the option but, apparently, they did not.   

Anyway, if you're American (or want to use your ENEB degrees in America) just do the traditional program. If the worst happens, you will be so, so SOL if you don't have actual grades or an actual transcript, and can't prove you did any work for the degrees because you can't produce your final projects. It's just not worth the risk.