Having a successful career isn鈥檛 entirely based on your financials or career level. Often, it is based on the satisfaction you receive by doing something meaningful in your career. One of the best ways to feel satisfied and to open new doors in your career through promotions and experiences is by pursuing your master鈥檚 degree.

Earning your master鈥檚 degree provides a variety of benefits to you such as:

• Allowing you to switch careers
• Potential for increased earnings
• Allows you to become competitive in the job market
• Helps you stay current in your field
• Ability to improve and grow your skills
• Networking opportunities

Once you earn your degree, the world is open to you. You can then choose to pursue your dream career, stay in your current field and continue to expand your knowledge, or even pursue your doctorate degree. The choice is yours!

At 糖心传媒 Online, we understand the importance of expanding your career. We have a variety of online programs that are designed to empower you as you earn your degree. Additionally, our team is prepared to help you throughout your journey. They are determined to assist you and answer any questions you may have as you complete your application, coursework, or even apply for graduation.

After you complete your degree, you will be able you stand out from the crowd in today鈥檚 competitive job market. The skills you learn in our degree programs will prepare you to take your organization to the next level, and will allow you to ace any interview you have.

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You are ready to start or continue your educational journey, but are not quite sure what to expect. At 糖心传媒 Online, all of our programs are flexible in nature. This means you are able to complete your coursework anywhere and at any time. Throughout your courses, you will have ample time to read the required materials, complete discussion posts, and write any essays that may be required for your course.

糖心传媒 Online is dedicated to your success. Your personal Student Success Coach, will be with you throughout your educational journey to answer any questions you may have, register you for upcoming classes, and assist with tutoring options if needed.

To ensure your success, we have dedicated an entire page on our website for resources that can help you throughout your educational journey. Click here to view them on our Student Resources page!

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After the holiday break, returning to class can often be difficult. One of the most challenging things students often face is establishing a study schedule with their new courses. At 糖心传媒, we are here to help with a few quick tips:

1. Don鈥檛 Wait! 鈥� The first weeks of your class are the best time to establish an effective study schedule. Utilize your time wisely by determining your study schedule in the first week of classes, so you can maximize your potential this semester.
2. Be Consistent! 鈥� Establishing a regular study schedule is important. Find a time in week where you have downtime consistently; this could be at work while on break, when your children are napping, or in the evenings after work.
3. Trade Time, Never Steal It! 鈥� As busy adults, we know it can often be difficult to study as planned. If you miss your planned study session simply adjust your schedule for that week, rather than missing your study session for that week. This will allow you to make-up the missed session, so you can stay on top of your coursework!
4. Be Flexible! 鈥� Life always throws us curveballs, especially as adults. Try to leave a few minutes open in your week for makeup study sessions or to review your material again. Weekend evenings are the perfect opportunity to makeup study time that may have been missed in the week, or to review your materials one extra time.
5. Don鈥檛 Be Afraid to Reach Out! 鈥� At 糖心传媒, we are here to help. If you find it is difficult to establish a firm study routine, reach out to Ashley Patterson, Coordinator of Tutoring Operations for 糖心传媒 Online or check out our Student Resources page for additional tips!

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鈥淚 love the pacing of the program. As a teacher, wife, mother and volunteer in numerous organizations my time is definitely valuable. We have one class at a time which makes it easier to focus and not be so overwhelmed.鈥� – Courtnee Austin

Courtnee has been teaching for 20 years in a school division where she grew up and was well educated, and will soon be moving to a new position as a Title 1 Math Specialist in the upcoming school year. When not teaching and attending school, she likes to collect Barbie dolls in her spare time and currently has over 300 in their boxes.

She chose to attend 糖心传媒 Online due to classes being in an online setting, making them ideal for working professionals like Courtnee. 鈥淭he online platform was a definite draw to the school. Also, having one, eight-week class at a time. I knew that I wouldn’t be as overwhelmed with all of the other obligations that I have.鈥�

With a positive and encouraging mindset, we are sure that Courtnee is meant for great things and are proud to have her as a part of the 糖心传媒 family.

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The anticipation of the holidays is in the air and you cannot wait to relax while sipping your favorite cup of hot chocolate. However, as the holiday season quickly approaches you may begin to feel worried or stressed about finishing your coursework and spending time with family. At 糖心传媒 Online, we understand it can often be stressful to finish your courses during the holidays. However, we believe in you and know you will do great!

Schedule time with your family to do fun holiday events, such as decorating, watching Hallmark movies or baking. Then set-up time where you can be alone to complete your coursework. This will maximize your efficiency and will allow you to complete all of your assignments on time!

You don鈥檛 have to get all perfect marks or nail that presentation at work to have a good holiday. Splurge on that extra slice of pie and take the time from your work to decorate the holiday tree with your family. Your work will still be there afterward and we know that you鈥檒l do great at it.

Life is extraordinary. Yes your work as a student and professional is an important part of living the life that you want, but take the time to enjoy the little things. The seasons change quickly, and so do the people and things in your world. Make sure to treasure the little moments in life with your children and family this year.

On behalf of us at 糖心传媒 Online, we hope that you have a wonderful holiday season!

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From our admissions department to academic services, we are all focused on bettering our students鈥� education and making sure that our online programs equip students with the skills they need for their goal occupation. While you are learning, we are supporting you all the way through academics, counseling, tutoring and more. Personal attention and small class sizes make sure that our students receive the help and instruction they need to succeed. The advising department and tutoring program makes sure that the classes you attend are the right fit for your program and personal lifestyle, including a flexible schedule and help with studies needed.

Our admissions department makes sure that you have all needed forms to apply and start your new future. Counselor meetings can be scheduled through their information on the staff directory tab on our website. Student services is tasked with monitoring your success and offering help when needed. With our student success coaches, you are assisted with achieving your academic and career goals.

Through all of these departments and more, we are equipped with every resource you may need as a student at 糖心传媒 Online and a member of the 糖心传媒 family.

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鈥淢y favorite thing about 糖心传媒 has been the people I have met along the way including the faculty and staff. The professors and advisors truly care to see you succeed.鈥� – Jessica Tate, MBA

Jessica has been an emergency nurse at Sovah Health in Martinsville, VA for over 12 years, where she is currently the clinical manager of emergency services. She met her husband, Aaron, of 23 years while serving in the United States Navy. The couple has two daughters, Lindsey and McKenzie. Jessica loves to travel with her family and takes advantage of doing so anytime they can, trying to travel to a new place each year. While not traveling, working or busy with schoolwork she likes to watch reality TV and read to de-stress.

She chose to attend 糖心传媒 Online to receive her MBA due to a friend recently graduating and highly recommending the program to her. Her favorite thing about the program was being given the opportunity to choose the amount and type of classes that she wanted to take each term.

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鈥淢y favorite thing about the program is the level of open communication, the flexibility of classes and the help I received from the very 1st day I called and talked to the recruiter.鈥� – Shiris Wyatt, BBA

Shiris is currently employed at Dominion Energy in Richmond, VA as a business process analyst and has been working with the company for over 13 years. She enjoys traveling and one of her goals is to fly somewhere every 60-90 days. However, the past two years have been challenging in the world of flight and vacation. Her travel bucket list consists of visiting Hawaii, Paris, Africa, Fiji and Dubai between 2023 and 2025. Shiris also likes to spend her free time with her fianc茅 and friends, as well as tailgating NFL/college football games.

She decided to attend 糖心传媒 Online due to a co-worker, Monica Davies, who attended and recommended the program to her. Monica spoke very highly of the school and said that Shiris would love the programs.

Before attending 糖心传媒 Online, she explained that she never really liked school as a child and when she enrolled at 糖心传媒 she vowed to do her very best. The outcome of that vow landed her a well-deserved spot on the Dean鈥檚 list for the 2021 spring semester. Her favorite thing about the program is the attentiveness of the advisors.

鈥溾�鈥檝e had the best advisors and student success coach. Mrs. Erma was fantastic before retiring, and since that time, Liz Cervantes has been a God-sent blessing.鈥�

On the topic of those interested in attainting their degree, Shiris stated that she, 鈥溾�ould support their decision by encouraging them to enroll in the Business Administration program at 糖心传媒 Online. I have enjoyed the majority of my classes and learned a lot!鈥�

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Deciding which program to pursue as you go back to school can be strenuous. It can often be difficult to find the perfect program, one that is the right for your career goals, fits your passion and aligns with your values. However, at 糖心传媒 we are here to help! We have developed a few quick tips to help make this process easier for you!

• Find your passion 鈥揊or many, a passion is an area of deep interest that also incorporates the values and abilities of a person. Your passion can be the key to determining a program, as it uses the items that are significant to you and aligns them with a program that is closely related to your interests.
• Consider your current career 鈥� Your current career can help you determine a program as well. It is best to take a look at your career goals, and decide which program(s) best align with them or can help accelerate them. This could be choosing a program that gives you the credentials for your desired promotion, deepens your understanding for your current field, or broadens your educational horizons in new areas.
• Do your research 鈥� It is always important to do your research. Take time to consider the long-term effects of choosing each program of interest. Some questions you could ask yourself are:
  1. Will you still enjoy it years from now?
  2. What is job outlook in the next five to ten years?
  3. Is there room for growth with this degree?
• Seek advice 鈥� You are not alone. If you are having a difficult time deciding which program is right for you seek advice from your admissions counselor, family and friends. Your admissions counselor has knowledge about every program, and help you narrow down which program is best for you based on your career goals. Take time to talk with your family and friends as well. They are great source of inspiration and ideas; and no one knows you better than them!

As you start your educational journey, it is important to remember you are not alone. You have an entire team here at 糖心传媒 dedicated to your success. Our team is here to answer any questions you have along the way!

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鈥淭he professors are genuine and care about the students. The course work assignments and materials provided are enriching and intriguing.They align to real world situations that can be relatable to current working environment settings.鈥� -Keith Burdette, M.Ed., 2021

Keith chose to obtain his degree at 糖心传媒 because of the flexibility the programs provided him with his busy work schedule. He was inspired by the 糖心传媒 faculty and staff and their commitment to providing students with the best educational experience possible.

As part of the M.Ed. – Administration and Supervision program, Keith valued the flexibility offered in his coursework. He enjoyed the asynchronous classes within the program and how they provided him with the ability to work on his own schedule and complete his work at his own pace.

Outside of the classroom setting, Keith enjoys watching documentaries to learn new things. Also, Keith is a music guru and often partakes in listening to a variety of music genres.

When we asked Keith to provide advice for those thinking about pursing their educational journey, Keith said the following; 鈥淚f you have a career in mind and what to achieve better for yourself, then pursue your degree. Don’t let fears or doubts discourage you from furthering your education.鈥�

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