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Master of Arts in Humanities, American Military University



Degree Title:
Master of Arts in Humanities
College:
American Military University
Description:
The Master of Arts in Humanities is based on the great ideas, works, and thinkers that have defined civilization as embodied in the “great books” tradition established at the University of Chicago and now in use at other leading institutions such as the University of Notre Dame, Boston University, and Columbia University.  The curriculum addresses humankind’s fundamental topics through study of courses in humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.

Accreditation:
The American Public University System is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association; and nationally, by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council.   (?)
Delivery Format:
Entirely Online   (?)
Educational Level:
Master   (?)
Language:
English
Requirements:
Applicants must have a Bachelor degree to apply.
On Campus Requirement:
No residency required

American Military University Review:

#1
I received my BA in History from Excelsior College and while working towards it, I took classes at a half dozen schools (online and in person) and transfered credit to Excelsior.  I just started with AMU and am working towards an MA in History.  Comparing the two History classes that I took at AMU versus Excelsior, U of Idaho, Cal State Northridge, U of Texas at Arlington and Brigham Young, the classes at AMU were (hands down) the most challenging – academically and the challenge posed by the professors.  Idaho was a close second.  I can say this: the online classes were harder than a class I sat in at the Cal State schools.  The Excelsior classes were easier than AMU and the Brigham Young were mid-way but required more discipline as they were “at your own pace” classes.  The AMU classes not only required a lot of writing, the STANDARD was very HIGH in that no amateurish work was allowed.  Each paper had to be to standard: documentation, thesis, logical and FLOWING argument, punctuation, etc.

AMU is no “easy way” out – really, the only advantage in going the AMU route versus your local “brick and mortar” school is the 8 week class length & the ability to work from home (or in my case, Afghanistan).  You aren’t getting a “free ride” by going to AMU and I can’t imagine ANY school or entity not taking the degree seriously if they know the crucible that the student must pass to finish a course.

Oh, and 8 week classes are no joke; expect 200% the work load of a 4 month class.  And only take 1 at a time; I took two once and it was near academic suicide.

Typical AMU 8 week course consists of reading 3+ textbooks cover to cover, writing at least one 4 page paper + a ten page research report, weekly discussion boards (and no “simple” posts – you are required to post a 250+ word argument that is backed up by documentation and reference to the texts and/or outside sources), TWO answers to other students that also require documentation and reference to the texts, a mid-term – usually a term paper), a final exam (another paper), bi-weekly quizes, etc.  Yeah, its a lot of work.  You should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours OR MORE in front of your computer each week.  Its like having a part time job.

#2
I have a BA in International Relations from AMU, currently in the MA program for National Security Studies.  I have attended B & M universities, however I found AMU courses challenging and learned considerable more than sitting through lectures.  As a working professional it doesn’t get better than AMU for education.  I wish when I was active duty military this would have been avialable.  The professors are of high quality with real world experience, many teaching at other major universities.  I truly believe AMU is ahead of its time, and that they are the future of education.

#3
American Military University (AMU) recently made the list of “Top 20 Military-Friendly Colleges and Universities”. AMU is a member of the American Public University System (APUS) and was founded in 1991 by a former Marine Corps. This online military college aims to meet the needs of those service men and women serving the United States of America.  AMU holds national accreditation with Accrediting Commission, Distance Education and Training Council and regional accreditation with Higher Learning Commission, North Central

#4
American Military University’s online MBA program is much like other traditional and online MBA programs. AMU uses the semester hour system and all classes are held online. The MBA consists of 39 semester hours, of which 9 will be in the specialization. Students can elect to pursue a specialization; a general MBA is also available. The MBA program has a core set of 9 courses and each is 3 semester hours. The core courses consist of: Global Management Perspective, Managerial Analysis, Quantitative Analysis, Strategic Management, Legal and Ethical Issues in Management, Applied Decision Making, Managerial Economics, Corporate Finance and Marketing Management.



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