What is online education?
Online education consists in acquiring new skills using digital technologies. All classes are taught remotely, over the internet, and students only need a laptop or tablet to participate at home.
The main difference between online education and in-person classes is that e-learning is much more flexible. The teaching material is available online 24/7 on dedicated platforms, so that students can study whenever they want.
This is the perfect learning environment for working professionals and all publics who cannot attend in-person courses. Moreover, classes are usually held outside of working hours.
All types of programmes are available online. From short certificates lasting a few weeks to Masters of Science (MSc.) courses lasting over a year, you can choose from a wide range of courses in all sectors.
A professional online education programme is made up of several modules that are taught by one or more professors (depending on the length of the course and the variety of subjects). All students attend and can use this moment to exchange ideas and progress together. In between classes, students are required to work on assignments, either individually or in groups.
The main advantage of e-learning is that it is more flexible, but also more affordable. Since you don’t have to drive to the university or to book a hotel room, not to mention the fact that you can still work during the programme. Such an option will help you reduce the cost of your continuing education.
How can e-learning help your career in business and finance?
Finance and business are sectors that are perpetually changing. In recent decades, or even years, innovations such as the blockchain, cryptocurrencies and fintech in general have changed the face of finance. Businesses also have to adapt to many innovations, from the development of social media (with its never-ending streak of new platforms), to big data or AI, which are completely reshaping the way businesses operate and interact with their customers, suppliers and even employees.
Keeping up to date is an important part of your professional development. Learning how to manage and make the most of change, new challenges and new market opportunities will make you an asset to your organisation. An online school can teach you skills such as:
- Data analytics,
- Machine learning,
- Data social intelligence,
- Strategic foresight…
E-learning is also the best way to start a new job as a manager or in a finance department. Online programmes can teach you skills such as:
- Management fundamentals,
- Developing a strategy,
- Resource management,
- Financial risk management…
Classes are taught by the same professors as the in-person equivalent programme. These may be full-time professors with high qualifications, such as a PhD, but a good course will also include working professionals in its teaching staff. They offer their practical experience of the sector.
In all cases, online education brings valuable soft skills such as time management, communication and teamwork.
What e-learning programmes are offered by EDHEC?
Masters of Science
A Master of Science, or MSc, is a diploma usually dedicated to STEM and social sciences. It is a two-year programme that is accessible after obtaining a diploma such as a Bachelor’s degree.
If you are interested in e-learning, an online MSc is the best choice to acquire a complete knowledge of a subject. These programmes are longer because their modules cover all there is to know about a broad subject in management or finance. They are the best choice if you want to change careers, for example.
At the end of the programme, the diploma you receive ensure the same level of academic excellence and personalised support as the traditional on-campus programmes.
EDHEC offers MScs for working professionals who are ready for a long-term, in-depth programme:
MOOCs and open programmes
A MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) is an online course that is designed to accommodate a large number of students at the same time (there have been cases of 100,000 participants in a single session). The particularity of MOOCs, as the name suggests, is that they are open to everyone without any restrictions.
Just because there are lots of students and anyone can attend doesn’t mean that there is no value in it, quite the opposite. Well-known, accredited institutions such as EDHEC Business School also offer MOOCs taught by qualified professors. The aim is to offer another form of education to students and professionals who are looking for alternative ways to enhance their profile.
If you are interested in joining an open programme, EDHEC offers:
Certificates
A certificate programme is a short course that focuses on a specific topic. They are also available through online education.
Online certificates are interesting for professionals who want to pursue a short-form programme. These courses are very focused and usually last a few weeks. They are the perfect programme if you need to improve a specific skill in order to get a promotion or if you want to prepare for an upcoming new position in your company.
At the end of the programme, you will receive a certificate to demonstrate your new skills.
If you are interested in developing a specific skill, here are EDHEC certificate programmes:
Join EDHEC and give a boost to your career!
Professional online education is the best way to give a boost to your career. EDHEC offers programmes that are recognised by businesses. You will benefit from our reputation: the Financial Times ranked us as the 7th best European Business Schools and we are accredited by EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA.
Choose a programme that suits your career goals and enjoy the quality of a world-renowned business school.
