I think one that should now be added to this list is the MBA from Columbia Southern University. They are now a regionally accredited university and recently received ACBSP accreditation for the MBA program. On top of this, a number of relatively recent posts from students on Reddit have stated that there are no proctors, only two 3-5 page papers per class, and you can finish in 4-5 months. All of this for around $12,500 total.
Here is an example of what a student has recently said:
"I'm currently in the MBA LifePace program at Columbia Southern University (CSU). I started this week, and I'm really enjoying it so far.
I chose CSU because I wanted an online MBA program that didn't require competency-based model testing or proctors. I work full-time, so I didn't have the time or the flexibility to deal with those requirements and I have test anxiety. WGU and others are great but it's a bit of pressure to manage the testing situation for WGU.
At CSU, the new LifePace format was originally hated by everyone when it was rolled out this past April, but it's actually grown on most students. Each class has two deliverables that require extensive papers. There are also two lectures about 3-4 weeks apart, two online posts, and perhaps a journal or class assignment depending on the class. The lectures are likely due to the regulatory agency's heightened focus on for profits and their offerings of instructor/teacher support. The change in format was a decision made to ensure their accreditation (now regional) stays in good graces... imo
But as far as workload; That's it.
Really 2 assignments per class and if you write to the rubric; you are good!
A lot of ppl like the new format. Its the same for undergrad/grad and doctoral I am told.
Overall, I'm really happy with the CSU MBA LifePace program. It's a great option for working professionals who want to earn their MBA but don't want the anxiety of WGU or other competency based programs with intense proctors; etc.
you can accelerate as the classes start every 5 weeks- you can obtain your MBA in about 4-5 months as you only need 13 or so classes depending on your MBA specialization.
I hope this helps!"
And here is another different example:
"Not hard at all; I just finished in 4months but i took 4 classes each month. It is extremely do’able."
Here is an example of what a student has recently said:
"I'm currently in the MBA LifePace program at Columbia Southern University (CSU). I started this week, and I'm really enjoying it so far.
I chose CSU because I wanted an online MBA program that didn't require competency-based model testing or proctors. I work full-time, so I didn't have the time or the flexibility to deal with those requirements and I have test anxiety. WGU and others are great but it's a bit of pressure to manage the testing situation for WGU.
At CSU, the new LifePace format was originally hated by everyone when it was rolled out this past April, but it's actually grown on most students. Each class has two deliverables that require extensive papers. There are also two lectures about 3-4 weeks apart, two online posts, and perhaps a journal or class assignment depending on the class. The lectures are likely due to the regulatory agency's heightened focus on for profits and their offerings of instructor/teacher support. The change in format was a decision made to ensure their accreditation (now regional) stays in good graces... imo
But as far as workload; That's it.
Really 2 assignments per class and if you write to the rubric; you are good!
A lot of ppl like the new format. Its the same for undergrad/grad and doctoral I am told.
Overall, I'm really happy with the CSU MBA LifePace program. It's a great option for working professionals who want to earn their MBA but don't want the anxiety of WGU or other competency based programs with intense proctors; etc.
you can accelerate as the classes start every 5 weeks- you can obtain your MBA in about 4-5 months as you only need 13 or so classes depending on your MBA specialization.
I hope this helps!"
And here is another different example:
"Not hard at all; I just finished in 4months but i took 4 classes each month. It is extremely do’able."
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