Aspen University Reviews

Challenging curricula if you apply yourself

MBA Information Management
Reviewer: taylortaylorat2020 email verified (Degree In Progress) on January 26, 2012

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I'm currently in my third MBA-IM class at Aspen and I have learned a ton!  I love that I can work at my own pace as long as I have the assignments done within a 10 week time frame.  My modules have typically been around 15-20 pages for each one (typically 8 per class but Qualitative Analysis had 3 really long papers).  You can do less and probably pass if you turn in the work, I guess it just depends on what you want to get out of it.  In a master's program I don't believe the teachers are there to babysit you...they provide challenging questions and it's up to the student to research and learn from the class.

My one critique is that I would've liked more feedback on one of my classes.  When I turned in each 5000+ word module, I received very generic sounding feedback which I believe was the same for each student that turned the work in. 

Overall, I believe this school to be challenging and an excellent value!

ASPEN MBA = what a joke!

MBA - Project Management
Reviewer: Anonymous (Graduate) on January 26, 2012

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Maybe I am jaded because I expected too much from the program and I received my undergraduate degree from one of the top ranked universities in the nation. The courses Aspen offered were easy and the assignment were nothing more than busy work. Every course has modules and every module consisted of questions from the end of each chapter. Each module would consist of 8 to 10 questions that Each response required a minimum of 250 words. They assignments were easy but time consuming. I finally got to my breaking point about half way through the program. I knew I was spending hours working on these assignments and the professors were not taking time to review them or leave constructive comments/reviews. I started submitting assignments that were simply ridiculous and complete nonsense and was still receiving 100s. If you want an easy MBA choose Aspen, if you want an legitimate MBA that does  not waste your time and that will actually help you advance in your career - choose a different institution. The old saying is true - "you get what you pay for!" In fact, the Masters Program in Education is such a waste of time, many, many, many public schools will not accept teachers with a Masters in Education from Aspen. It is a joke! BEWARE!!!!

good option

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Graduate) on January 25, 2012

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I just completed the requirements for the MBA finance program.  This school was the best option for me to continue my education while maintaining work and family responsibilities.  Flexibility and low cost were my main decision points.  This school makes you work to figure out concepts based on materials, with minimal input from the profs, which prepares you for application of the material in real contexts - there won't always be a prof around to help out if you run into a problem in a job setting. I think this is the way of the future of education - a great cost saving technique that more schools are starting to embrace.  Yes it takes self motivation to do this type of learning, but that is also a skill that is needed to excel in the workplace.  I would have liked to see a bit more critique from the profs on my assignments, but was generally happy with the program.  Administrative staff were always excellent to deal with.

Disappointed!

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on December 7, 2011

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School is a SCAM. I was enrolled for exactly 4 weeks for the MBA/Pharm for learning enrichment. Professors didn't teach you anything. Their school website for turning in assignments and discussion forum is incredibly out-dated and very dis-organized! Come on now! This is a graduate program. When I requested a refund, the main person who is charge of the Bursar office never responded for 4 weeks. The head of the school quote me a different refund amount than what was said by 2 other different people. I just find it disgusting that this school can charge you so many different fees. I paid upfront $2700 and got a refund back for only $1000. It was pathetic charging me the technology fee that I didn't even use. This school is a rip-off and the administration is all about money. I already have a doctorate degree and trust me my review of this school is legit. Get your MBA education somewhere else that is worthy!

Dont go here.

MS Information Technology
Reviewer: nmesproject email verified (Graduate) on November 4, 2011

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I finished MSIT a few years ago when they had tuition for $3K. I never purchased a single text book. Copy-pasted all the Q&A from wikipedia. Got 'A' in all the classes. There was no 'mentor' interaction. Its a self copy-paste program.

Aspen University gave me a tremendous education

MBA
Reviewer: ladydi776 email verified (Graduate) on August 30, 2011

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Years ago I completed my BSN at Ohio State University. Since then my background has been in hospital critical care nursing and nursing leadership and legal nurse consulting for close to three decades.

Perhaps because I am driven and eager to apply the offered material, I worked very hard for each module while working full time. I just completed my MBA. For those considering Aspen compared to a brick and mortar program, I started previously at a well reputed brick and mortar Business school in Northeast Ohio, but had dropped it after doing well in two courses for its lack of application in health care in that setting - I got nothing but a good text out of the class, as banking, marketing majors and the like were taking it fresh out of undergrad, and I had trouble relating the class focus to what I did for a living. I wanted the general MBA exposure and to apply it to leadership in Nursing. Since I attended Aspen, each and every course had to be mastered then adapted with my professors' help to business interests related to health care systems in order to get the most out of the experience.

I believe that you get what you put into it - so perhaps the ¨Shocked" blogger did not apply him/herself and skated by. I was serious and got a great education. And I prefer Aspen hands down to the brink and mortar university. It is the way of the future to keep educational programs focused, cost effective and specific for individual learning needs.

I was so surprised to see that someone wrote about this program being lame; although I am reasonably intelligent, being a nurse, it was so difficult for me that I had to drop accounting and finance in order to shore up my basic understandings of these subjects before taking the classes. They did not go easy on me. Eventually I got an A in each through hard work. Overall, it took about 25 to 30 hours a week for about three years. But it was worth every minute of the effort in terms of my understanding of the business of health care.

For those wondering if Aspen is taken seriously by employers, I have had employers who happily reimbursed for classes there because of its accredited status and credibility. More importantly, I was hired in March as a Director of an ICU in a for profit hospital, the health care business model in which I wanted most to participate. My Aspen Capstone project has improved the quality of life for patients in the ICU. It has been accepted by a professional organization for presentations at a conference this November, so I am pretty sure that the application of offered concepts has been right on target. I hope to submit it for publication soon in two professional journals. I wish anyone well who is considering Aspen, and would say to them to go for it!

Great Experience/ Exceptional Value

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on August 9, 2011

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 I am 50% through MBA Finance and I think that the program is excellent. I would like to dispute the "shocked" guys comments. I completely disagree with him. The finance questions in the modules give ample room for calculating problems like Beta, NPV, IRR etc. The questions are designed to take a simple question which could be answered in one sentence and expand to over 250 words. My modules were about 3500 words on average with major use of graphs charts and calculations. The calculations are easy anyway.  I am also a level III CFA candidate. The exams are approximately 80% theory. Any monkey can do the calculations. What is important is the comprehension of the theories and the ability to communicate those theories to an audience. You are not getting all that you could from the program.

Shocked

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on August 7, 2011

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I am almost done my Aspen degree and shocked that you can get an MBA degree where only the accounting class requires you to actually pickup a calculator and perform some math. They got rid of their business stats class; I guess because too many of their current students couldn't handle actually doing business analytics and the finance class is a joke! All theoretical and no practical use of finance theory. Writing a short 250 word easy on NPV does little for your actual application in the real world! In fact I swear most of the instructors do not even read the material I submitted and I always got 100% as long as it met length requirements. Overall if you are looking for an easy cheap cracker jack MBA this is the program for you. If you are looking for some real practical business skills that will help in your professional life keep on looking.

Great Program if you are playing professional sports!

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on June 28, 2011

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I have been on the tennis circuit for a while now, and a traditional university would not have done me any good because I am travelling more than 3/4ths of the year.  I played tennis for my university during my undergraduate years, graduated, and started playing on the circuit.  I am doing well, but not great, and wanted a back up plan, so I decided to enroll my self at Aspen.  I started a few months ago, and all I can say is that it is great how flexible it is, and at the end of it, I will be doing something I love (playing on tour) as well as getting a masters degree in business, which I can fall back on later in life.  Thanks Aspen!

Great Value if you are disciplined.

MBA
Reviewer: elia.dragone email verified (Degree In Progress) on June 27, 2011

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I am one class away from my Capstone project and completing my MBA degree (ETC of Summer 2012). Greatest attributes for Aspen University are: excellent flexibility in learning (I preferred independent studies versus interactive), value (actual cost of tuition), good use of technology, quick response from professors, similar material of much more expensive brick and mortar colleges. Long distance learning is not for everyone, you may feel isolated and loose enthusiasm. There is a lot of material to cover and a lot of writing, you just have to commit to a schedule so that you can complete the work in the 10 weeks allowed. Basically there are 8 modules per class so if you complete one per week you will have a 2 week buffer just in case you need it. I would definitely recommend the school. One note of caution for very busy people, you must finish the entire program within 5 years from start date. Wish you the Best!

Great education

MBA - Project Management
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on May 3, 2011

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I am close to finishing the MBA-PM program.  I have found it to be a great program.  Studying online takes a lot of discipline.  It is not for everybody.

For me, it was a great choice.  The administration has been very responsive.  The assignments are challenging and the support has exceeded my expectations.

No Issues, Worked well for me as I travel a lot

MBA
Reviewer: bennrg2001 email verified (Graduate) on April 9, 2011

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I was debating between several universities including bricks and mortar universities and was just about to apply to one in Canada when I found Aspen, and I am very glad I did. The price was right and the flexibility was exactly what I needed. I could start on the 1st or 16th of every month without issues which helped me set my pace for studying to ensure I could get it done quickly. I found the administrative staff to be very good. I note below that there were prior issues with admin staff and some forms of testing. These problems have since been resolved. The exams in the MBA program (I did MBA - Finance) were well representative of the course material (most of which is essay based, sometimes peppered with online discussion work, which I personally don’t care for). As for the technology system, submitting MS Word and Excel docs was very effective and should continue. They changed the online system over to a newer one while I was a student. There were a few glitches, but they were fixed within 4 hours of me calling them in, so response time was great.

My only critiques would be that two of the seven professors I had (some profs taught more than one class) were not as responsive as I would have liked. However, on the opposite end of the spectrum, I had some that were very, very responsive and were exactly what I needed and are partly responsible for my engaging in a DBA later this year.

My second critique, which is common amongst many universities both online and traditional, is that there needs to be a final course that focuses on case studies which assesses business problems based on what has been taught. These thinking challenge courses need to be increased across the board. I did one of these at another university and it has helped me extensively throughout my career.

They now have a DBA program (to start fall 2011) which I am considering. I would go back to Aspen without reservations and have recommended it to several friends who are soon to be Aspen students. I would suggest that if you are considering on online program, you must have self initiative and time management skills, if you don’t you will have difficulty. I also note that some students below were dissatisfied because they were not given their degrees until all their fees were paid. This is common policy for every university and does not reflect the quality of the university, just the ignorance of the student to the academic policies in force (which are out in the open before you sign up). These people should just be ignored.

For employers, my degree has already helped in my employment. My employer did reimburse me for my MBA, but was rewarded soon after when I saved the organization probably triple the tuition rate in less than a month on one project alone, not to mention other projects later on.

My experience was highly positive and I have no hesitation recommending this university to anyone. It was excellent value for money and really demonstrated the power of online education as Bill Gates has stated. I would go back again without hesitation should I require further education in an offered area study. I just wish they would get their DBA program up and running faster (currently in progress I am told).

I Give Aspen an A+

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous (Graduate) on April 4, 2011

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I recently completed my MBA at Aspen and must say that I enjoyed the experience.  The support from the instructors as well as the administrative staff is excellent and even though the classes are online, you don't feel alone.  Aspen has succeeded by offering a quality education for a reasonable fee.

I would recommend Aspen to anyone!!!

NOTE: If you are reading some of the reviews, pay close attention to the post dates, since many of the negative reviews are from several years ago.  Aspen has definitely changed their image!!

Great Program!

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on March 17, 2011

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Great experience so far. I just passed the halfway mark!

I really enjoyed Aspen

MBA
Reviewer: lisamortensen1 email verified (Graduate) on March 15, 2011

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I really enjoyed the knowledge that I gained. The professors are like many, some are great and some are just ok. But the over all education was much better for the online then I have received from my other in class masters.  I would recommend it to others. As a matter of fact my son is also starting his Bach. degree through them.

Nice courses and Assignments

Master of Science in Information Management
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on February 16, 2011

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I am currently persuing my ONLINE MBA-IM in ASPEN University. The Course modules are excellent. The assignments are very good and productive. Nice support from the Instructures and collage staff also. The Capstone Project sounds very challenging, looking forward to it.

Good School

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Graduate) on February 6, 2011

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My only critiques would be that two of the seven professors I had (some profs taught more than one class) were not as responsive as I would have liked. This does happen at traditional universities as well. However, on the opposite end of the spectrum, I had some that were very, very responsive and were exactly what I needed and are partly responsible for my engaging in a DBA later this year. Kudos to them.

They now have a DBA program (to start fall 2011) which I am considering. I would go back to Aspen without reservations and have recommended it to several friends who are now Aspen students. I would suggest that if you are considering on online program, you must have self initiative and time management skills, if you don’t you will have difficulty. I also note that some students below were dissatisfied because they were not given their degrees until all their fees were paid. This is common policy for every university and does not reflect the quality of the university, just the ignorance of the student to the academic policies in force (which are out in the open before you sign up). These people should just be ignored.

My experience was highly positive and I have no hesitation recommending this university to anyone. I would go back again without hesitation should I require further education in an offered area study.

Excellent

MBA - Project Management
Reviewer: sonuship email verified (Degree In Progress) on November 13, 2010

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I am half way through the course work. I find it very useful. you definetly get more than what you pay here at aspen. the school is very helpful when you call to talk to them. some professors get back to you with comments in 2 or three business days. course work is graded fairly with comments. I am happy I made a good decision joining Aspen.

Good so far

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on October 26, 2010

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I am just now half way through and I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised with how on target the classes are for middle managers. The information has definately given me better insight as to why and how my large organization operates. I have only taken online independant so far, but I have been very pleased with what I have learned. However, you must make a commitment to the course work. If you don't take it seriously, you will easily get behind. I thought I could do two classes at once, do not do this. One class is all you should attempt. Also, find youself some type of APA formatting software, it will save you a lot of time and heartache. Overall, I'm very pleased but a little nervous for I will be taking my first exam soon. You only get two chances per test..MBA student

Aspen MBA review

MBA
Reviewer: mr.mlucas email verified (Degree In Progress) on August 22, 2010

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I live in Canada and have completed six of the eleven required courses, excluding the capstone/thesis project. The school's website was recently overhauled. Technology is not extremely advanced - assignments written in word or excel are uploaded and graded by the professors. Discussion groups are pretty standard. All courses require substantial additional reading/research beyond the text provided. I find the extra research interesting along with the numerous real examples and case studies within the text books. Independent learning truly is independent...which is fine with me. I would recommend this course.

Enjoying school!

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on July 31, 2010

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I have been doing online independent classes due to my whacky schedule. I started in the MBA and took MBA-PM course - my goal was to get 18 units beyond my MA so I can teach in a subject area. Then, after getting my 18 units, Aspen got the EdD approved, so I applied to that program. I'd like a little more specific feedback from some teachers, but I found the school staff wonderfully responsive and I enjoy all the courses. I am totally happy with my progress and the price is a huge relief. I never thought I'd be able to go for a Doctorate. Compared to the school where I did my MA, a big huge institution - in every way for the most part(books, teachers, technology, support) - I can only say that I would definitely have been happier if I had found Aspen sooner.

ASPEN UNIVERISTY GRADUATE DEGREE - EXCELLENT VALUE

MS Information Management
Reviewer: Jeron51 email verified (Graduate) on July 24, 2010

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GRADUATED MSIM PROGRAM WITH FLYING HONORS MAY 2010 - GOT EXCELLENT VALUE FOR MY DOLLAR. THE UNIVERSITY HAS HIGHLY QUALIFIED AND VERY HELPFUL FACULTY.

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND ASPEN TO ANYONE SEEKING ONLINE DEGREE WHO WANTS GOOD VALUE FOR HIS MONEY.

Superb School

MBA
Reviewer: shirlster1 email verified (Graduate) on July 7, 2010

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I greaduated from Aspen Unviversity in June 2010 with honors. It was one of the best decisions I have ever made. It took me 3 1/2 years to complete the 2 1/2 year program, bearing in mind that I work a full time demanding job.

Top notch educational experience! I would definitely recommend this school to anyone.

Good School and Very Good Faculty

MBA Information Management
Reviewer: Jeff.Richmand email verified (Graduate) on April 28, 2010

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It took me just over 2 years to finish my MBA with Aspen. At the end they upgraded their technology platform which is much better than the old platform. The courses were great and the faculty was great. Overall this is a good school if you are willing to go 100% online. A few changes of tuition while I was in the program but they honored my initial tuition rate so no complaints from me.

Good experience with Aspen MBA-PM Program

MBA - Project Management
Reviewer: Anonymous (Degree In Progress) on April 27, 2010

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Aspen's MBA-PM program compares well with non-online programs.  The case studies are great reading and th text books met my expectations.  

I would agree that the lecture notes are not needed.

Overall, Aspen provides a solid education for the cost.

Aspen

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on March 23, 2010

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I had assumed that there would be lectures. I found the reading material sub-par. I would recommend Aspen for those hoping to gain a basic business understanding. I came from a different field and found the material introductory and occasionally very informed. I would suggest having a good library of resources to pull from so as to supplement your learning.

Exceptional service and coursework

BS Criminal Justice
Reviewer: Anonymous (Degree In Progress) on January 23, 2010

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I have currently completed 4 classes within the BSCJ program and I have to say I am very impressed by the books and instructors in all classes.  FYI-lecture notes are no longer required to be purchased and when I enrolled under the prepayment plan, my lecture notes were given to me free of charge.  Actually, they do not provide the amount of info you can get in the book.  So do not bother with them.  This school has provided me the determination to complete a degree that has eluded me for nearly ten years.  I urge anyone who is interested in online schooling to enroll here.  It is amongst the cheapest and most effective curriculums one will come acroos, not to mention that this school is nationally accredited.

Aspen University final exam

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on November 18, 2009

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I just finished my proctored exam at Aspen and I will tell you it was tough! I did prepare pretty well reviewing all of my subject material over a 6 week period.  If you study and prepare,you should do ok.  I was fortunate enough to pass it on the first try and am very excited about starting my last project.

Does not care about Students or Alumni only $$$

MBA - Project Management
Reviewer: wlassalle email verified (Graduate) on November 8, 2009

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First off let me get to the facts. The school gave me an institutional loan to get my MBA. I was very grateful to the school and made my $90 monthly payments against the loan. Every class I took I had to purchase worthless lecture notes with grammatical errors and excerpts from the texts at $100 a pop. Nothing even remotely resembling a lecture or notes from any lecture. After graduation I was laid off from my job due to the current economic situation. I was told I could not receive my diploma until I paid off my loan in full. As I was now collecting peanuts on unemployment which could not even keep my household afloat I could not make payments and let the school know this.
A few months afterwards I finally land a great job, pending a full background check. Aspen University told the prospective employer that I did not hold a degree from Aspen. Crippling my chances at the job as my credibility was shot. After speaking with the horrible administration there and not even receiving a response from the new President of the University. I was told they would not confer my degree until my loan was paid in full even if it took 3 years. Now the job offer is being rescinded as I failed a background check. So not only can I not begin making payments again to Aspen but I have to go back into the job market and look for another job. Remembering to Omit my hard earned MBA. Nice job at holding my MBA hostage Aspen University.

Excellent School

MBA
Reviewer: gurmitpg email verified (Graduate) on June 3, 2009

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I just graduated with an MBA degree (May 2009) from Aspen and it was an excellent experience.  I have a double major in Chemical engineering and chemistry prior to starting the MBA and found the courses to be challenging and real life relevant.  The instructors and staff were very helpful and responded to questions promplty.

The MBA courses are similiar to those found at other universities but Aspen University offers the best value for the cost.  I would recommend the school to prospective students.  I was able to complete the entire program in 13 months full time (alot of work) and have gained a strong business background.

Course structure and website need improvement

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on March 18, 2009

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The courses need better structure and clarity, and the website needs to be updated. Overall, what you receive is about right for the amount you pay.

Fantastic Experience

BS Criminal Justice
Reviewer: rl08681 email verified (Degree In Progress) on January 19, 2009

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I must say I have had a wonderful experience thus far with my Criminal Justice program. I have been in law enforcment 17 years and the books and instructors have been very effective.  The staff at Aspen have always returned my emails quickly and respectfully. The discussion board for Independent learners is new, but honestly it hasn't been that burdensome. My instructor and I both pose questions and have a good time with it.  I would encourage anyone to matriculate into Aspen. I've been to several schools and none have been perfect, but Aspen certainly does a good job.

Agree with Below....False Advertisement!!

MBA - Project Management
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Graduate) on January 6, 2009

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Agree with the below writing...as to misleading information.  As per their Proctored Exam, their Website and Catalog states:  "the exam may entail a written examination, objective assessment through computer-based testing, or preparation of assigned papers."  However, they only allow you to take the objective assessment...the other two forms of Examination DO NOT EXIST!!  Yet, all of their course assessments for learning are via written or assigned paper evaluation.  Aspen gives NO guidance for the objective assessment Proctored Exam....yet, you have to buy their "worthless" lecture notes.  Forget the lecture notes and provide "objective assessment practice test" for each course you complete that prepares the student for the Proctored Exam, since they only provide "one" form of final examination and not "three" as they so state on their Website and in their Catalog!!

Agree with below.....Aspen's Quality is BAD!!

MS Information Technology
Reviewer: Anonymous (Degree In Progress) on January 5, 2009

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Agree with below remarks....Aspen's quality is decreasing and what they write/state versus deliver are two different things.  Their Website & Catalog state the Final Exam is either "a written examination, objective assessment through computer-based testing, or preparation of assigned papers."  However, when the time comes to take the Final Exam...your only option is the objective assessment!!  Why state the other three, if you are only given one choice??  Plus, all of their course work is essay and case study (written evaluation), yet, they grade your ultimate knowledge via objective assessment, with NO GUIDANCE as to how to prepare for the Ojective Exam....NONE!!  No study guide, advice, prepartion, etc. etc....like they give for each of your courses.  Aspen's quality for adult students is really going down hill rapidly....even though their price is very very cheap...so is the quality of their educational delivery system.  I advice anyone considering an online degree to go somewhere else, where they do what they say!!

Aspen lied about independant classes

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on January 3, 2009

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When I first registered, I enrolled in the independant online studies.  This is suppose to be at your own pace with the choice of taking a final exam or writing a research paper.  About 3 classes into the program they changed the rules.  It is mandatory for you to participate in the discussion board which is a part of the interactive studies.  That was the biggest difference between independant and interactive, the names say it all.  Now we are being forced to work at the schools pace and the other students paces instead of our own.  There is no way you can work at your own pace a participate in the discussion because the discussion comes from the reading assignments and the discussions are due weekly.  If you don't participate, they will drop your final grade by a letter.  They might be cheap but the way they conduct their online program is WRONG. They should only advertise that they have a interactive class.

MBA Program

MBA
Reviewer: edragone (Degree In Progress) on January 2, 2009

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It is by far the best value for an accredited on-line MBA degree program. The lecture notes are kind of redundant but with the amount of material and pace of the course, it is nice to focus on the "meat and potatoes" of the lessons besides them being helpful in studying for the inevitable final exam.  The staff is helpful and the process simple.  The use of on-line technology could be improved but it is ok.  The courses so far are fairly demanding (on my 4th class out of 11 before completing the capstone/thesis project).  The time allowed for each class is 8-10 weeks and they offer independent or interactive courses.

MBA-Project Management

MBA - Project Management
Reviewer: Anonymous (Graduate) on December 10, 2008

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Teachers are basically very good.  The problems exist with some of the administrative staff, which appear less concerned about your success and concerns, but more concerned about collecting your money.

If you're PMP certified - enroll

MBA - Project Management
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Graduate) on November 7, 2008

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The Aspen MBA PM program covers foundational MBA courses seen in all MBA programs.  There's case studies and research like other MBA programs.  If you're PMP certified, you'll get up to 9 credits toward the degree.  Faculty support is really good - I never waited more than a day for feedback and grades.  The costs / fees are compatible with other online schools.  Would highly recommend.

Pleasantly Suprised

MBA - Project Management
Reviewer: jagr123 email verified (Degree In Progress) on November 4, 2008

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I am currently half way through the MPA-PM at Aspen U.  I am pleasantly suprised with the support and courses that I have taken.  I do agree that the lecture notes are not needed unless you are studying for the mid and final exams. Aspen gave me a deal in that if I paid for 4 classes upfront at the normal price, all lecture notes would be free.  This was a good deal since I feel that lecture notes are not necessary.  

I would say this is a great education for the price.

Not so great....

BS Business Administration
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on October 30, 2008

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They have some serious internal problems.  If price is the only criteria, this is the cheapest.  Administration is not very responsive or helpful.
Teachers are mostly part time.  They don't always provide enough information on what is required to pass a course.

No Lecture Notes - Yes Web Portal!!

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on October 11, 2008

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I have taken several courses at Aspen.  I do not like to purchase the lecture notes that are never used and do not add value to the overall experience.  The instructors do not use the lecture notes either and only utilize the text.  I would recommend that Aspen shift the dollars spent on lecture notes to the web portal.  I have taken classes at other online schools and their portals have Aspen's beat hands down.  Aspen could really improve the overall experience by improving the web portal.

previewing

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous (Degree In Progress) on October 8, 2008

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I am enjoying my experience at Aspen and find it right up there with Phoenix for online U's. I especially liked the Lecture Notes that pointed me to really useful stuff for the final exams.

Good Program Made Poor By Requiring "Lecture Note"

MBA - Project Management
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on September 27, 2008

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I have been taking MBA in Project Management courses since early 2005. The curriculaum is good. Selection of text book is good. The cost is low. Delivery is not as good - even though it supposed to be an online program very rudimentary technology is used. Student read course assignments online, submit assignments via email and participate in discussion groups. No interactive contents, online tests. I was satisfied until late 2007 or early 2008 when the introduced what they called "lecture notes". They require purchase of this "lecture notes" at the time of course registration. These "lecture notes" are very low quality, full of typos and other mistakes and often word for word copy of major points from the test book. They were useless to me but I had to purchase them paying $75 to $100 since they are required. IMHO, this is a very agressive way of quickly making a lot of money without providing any values in return. I have lost my respect in this university as a result of this.

An excellent program for knowledge and value

MS Information Technology
Reviewer: rajusurapuraju email verified (Degree In Progress) on December 5, 2007

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This is an excellent University for MS in Information Technology (MSIT) program. I am close to completing my MSIT program from Aspen University. The course structure is well balanced and very effective for learning the intricacies of the subjects covered. Knowledge gaining is on the high order from this program (MSIT). The responses and student services from Aspen University's staff and the faculty is timely and helpful. I strongly recommend to those who inspire and eligible for distance learning.

Caveat emptor

MBA - Project Management
Reviewer: Anonymous (Degree In Progress) on November 11, 2007

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I'm two-thirds complete on the MBA-PM program.  Aspen provides generous credits to existing PMPs.  Otherwise, the rest of the MBA PM curriculum emphasizes heavily and possibly irrelevantly on the accounting / finance side.  Materials include Aspen-made "lectures" notes (there are no lectures - this is an online school), replete with spelling and reference errors and coming with a hefty $100 price tag - essentially for 30 pages of copy paper - no doubt to make up for the tuition they lose in charging $4500.00 for the entire program.   You can test out, but Aspen still require you to purchase the text and lecture notes for the course.

Flexible

Master of Science in Information Management
Reviewer: lureho email verified (Degree In Progress) on August 7, 2007

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Very flexible, and you can choose between Interactive,where you exchange ideas with other peers, or Independent on your own. Also the price if affordable, because after you complete an MBA you shouldn't go broke, and some of MBA programs online charge you an incredible price.
The staff is very supportive, the books are similar to other MBA programs.

Aspen MBA is well worth it!

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous (Degree In Progress) on May 9, 2007

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There is no better value in today's MBA marketplace than Aspen. The accredited degree is as extensive as others for a fraction of the cost. For $4,500, its worth the education in any field. It has been a great experience.

Pleasantly Surprised

MBA
Reviewer: Anonymous (Degree In Progress) on December 12, 2006

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I am very happily surprised with the quality of the MBA program at Aspen.  I have two friends who have just finished their MBA at better known schools (UoP and UCLA) and on the core MBA courses (accounting, finance, economics) I have found that I was able to equal at at time exceed the more traditional programs.  Aspen requires a class in Business Ethics that UoP doesn't and seems to provide at least as solid a background in basic business for middle-management people like me as the other two schools.

MBA-PM

MBA - Project Management
Reviewer: Anonymous email verified (Degree In Progress) on August 8, 2006

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The school is now "Aspen University" as Ted mentioned.

There are two options, independent learning or interactive.  If you go independent the program is what you make of it but no matter how much education/experience you have you still have to work.  

The material is very similar to what I have done at other schools but it’s flexible to go at my pace/timing.

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