Masteral / Graduate Studies

[DavidAames]

Thesis vs. Non-thesis: What’s the Difference?
Many students wonder what the difference is between our thesis and non-thesis options. Basically, the
thesis option has more research, while the non-thesis has more classes. However, ALL master’s students
must conduct some sort of research or project.
Thesis students will conduct a large research project, which will likely involve several semesters of work.
These students must write a thesis, which is a large document that is likely to be published. The thesis
option is for students who wish to get a background in intense research, such as students who are going
to pursue a Ph. D., or students who will be conducting research.
Our non-thesis option is designed to be more flexible and is tailored for students who don’t necessarily
need a great deal of research training. --- from http://www.wiu.edu/biology/graduate/...non-thesis.pdf

[boinky13]

thanks DavidAames...

[capturedbyU]

done with my masters. i finished masters in education major in curriculum and instruction.

[Polyphase]

Planning to take up Masters in Electrical Engineering in Diliman but I have reservations. My professors who are also board topnotchers have lots of 2.00 as their grades. 2.25 is the passing.

It must be really difficult.lol

[solitary.cross]

Lucrative ba ngayon ang careers in transportation and urban planning? I'm planning to get MA in SURP (UPD) or MS in Transportation Eng'g in the near future kasi.

I'm about to ask as well about sa field ng Urban Planning.

Graduate ako ng AB Economics, so hindi ko alam kung papaano ako makakapagfocus sa Urban Planning. Suggestion ng professor ko is to take MA Econ sa AdMU and grab Regional and Urban Planning related electives.

Just to ask as well, ano ba qualifications sa practice?

[solitary.cross]

Hindi na pala pwedeng magedit ng post dito. Bear with my grammar. Sorry.

[KingofDex]

@solitary

try to get a job related sa Public policy, community development, real estate etc...

mas maganda *** MA in Urban ang Regional Planning ng UPD kung gusto mong ma-immersed sa practice ng urban planning.

If matapos mo ang masters at may related work experience, you may take a Board Exam as an Environmental Planner. Check the details in PRC website

[Crownprincess09]

Hi guys, currently taking up my MS in Management Psychology.
Grabe, working + studying is really a challenge.

[DavidAames]

Hi guys, currently taking up my MS in Management Psychology.
Grabe, working + studying is really a challenge.

it is. need to focus on both at one time.

[Taurus_Lan]

hello everyone!

ngayon lang tlgang nabuhay *** urge ko na kumuha ng masteral degree s construction management. plan ko sana mag abroad kaya lang mejo wala pa *** loob q s pangingibang bansa. tpos eto nga *** urge ko n **** q n muna mag masteral.

kaya lang mejo may doubt ** kung makakapasok ** s MS kz average student lang ** dati s isang reputable school at may mga failing marks.. at na extend ng one sem bago maka grad. i don't excel in structural courses pero tingin q may edge naman ** s construction management. board passer at unang take ko lang.

i do really want to gain additional knowledge in my field. later ko na lang narealize ok *** pala maging CE.. hehehe..dati ayaw n ayaw ko pero nandun *** isip ko na kelangan ko **** grumad8.

and on my current work, (mag fo-four years na ko s work) my boss is really trusting me to take or handle his projects. mag-isa lang aqng engineer sa office and there's too much pressure on me. kaya naisipan ko na kumuha ng higher level ng pag aaral para nmn lumevel -up ang aking nalalaman plus i want to quit my job and apply for another better one.

tingin nyo may pag-asa ** makapasok s master's? suggest namn *** ng school. tnx!

[nybee]

Hi Taurus_Lan, about sa MSCM mo na kukunin (tingin ko either UE/PLM/PUP ata yung mga schools na nagooffe nyan), i-weigh mo kung makakatulong yan sa papasukan mo. Ofcourse makakatulong yang schooling sa work pero what I mean is may mga company/countries siguro na based lang talaga sa experience ang tinitignan. Kung mag-aabroad ka in the future kasi di ko sure kung may malaking bearing yung masters, not sure though.

Pero I strongly suggest pursue mo yang MS, ayos yan

[Juuichi]

Hi, has anyone here taken the GRE? How did you prepare for it?

[Taurus_Lan]

Hi Taurus_Lan, about sa MSCM mo na kukunin (tingin ko either UE/PLM/PUP ata yung mga schools na nagooffe nyan), i-weigh mo kung makakatulong yan sa papasukan mo. Ofcourse makakatulong yang schooling sa work pero what I mean is may mga company/countries siguro na based lang talaga sa experience ang tinitignan. Kung mag-aabroad ka in the future kasi di ko sure kung may malaking bearing yung masters, not sure though.

Pero I strongly suggest pursue mo yang MS, ayos yan

Thank you nybee..

[Crownprincess09]

hello everyone!

ngayon lang tlgang nabuhay *** urge ko na kumuha ng masteral degree s construction management. plan ko sana mag abroad kaya lang mejo wala pa *** loob q s pangingibang bansa. tpos eto nga *** urge ko n **** q n muna mag masteral.

kaya lang mejo may doubt ** kung makakapasok ** s MS kz average student lang ** dati s isang reputable school at may mga failing marks.. at na extend ng one sem bago maka grad. i don't excel in structural courses pero tingin q may edge naman ** s construction management. board passer at unang take ko lang.

i do really want to gain additional knowledge in my field. later ko na lang narealize ok *** pala maging CE.. hehehe..dati ayaw n ayaw ko pero nandun *** isip ko na kelangan ko **** grumad8.

and on my current work, (mag fo-four years na ko s work) my boss is really trusting me to take or handle his projects. mag-isa lang aqng engineer sa office and there's too much pressure on me. kaya naisipan ko na kumuha ng higher level ng pag aaral para nmn lumevel -up ang aking nalalaman plus i want to quit my job and apply for another better one.

tingin nyo may pag-asa ** makapasok s master's? suggest namn *** ng school. tnx!

Hi Taurus_Lan, just share my thoughts about your current situation, mahirap talaga magbalance ng work and studies lalo na pag trusted ka din sa work. Kaso talaga, there will come a time na you'll feel na you need to give way naman to other things. Anyway, i am a headhunter by profession, baka matulungan kita to find another job. Usap nalang tayo sa email ko, crownprincess_tala1986@yahoo.com.

[Crownprincess09]

it is. need to focus on both at one time.

Hi DavidAames, oo nga eh, kaso minsan, there will come a time na both will need the intensity of attention. kaloka. haha. what are you taking up pala?

[DavidAames]

Hi DavidAames, oo nga eh, kaso minsan, there will come a time na both will need the intensity of attention. kaloka. haha. what are you taking up pala?

In order for me to focus both at the same time, i am going to take up international health program at upou. 6 units per sem and study on my own pace but discipline and focus is needed. Ill be commencing this june pa lang.

[aaroncm]

ok ba grad school sa San Sebastian?

[kevs_nr05]

ok ba grad school sa San Sebastian?

i suggest ... research on their website. Facilities, accreditation, at most important curriculum nila and tuition fees hehehe MBA, THEOLOGY, at LAW lang ang grad school nila.

[capturedbyU]

pursue your masters. pampataas rin ng sweldo 'yan.

[inkedsoul]

pursue your masters. pampataas rin ng sweldo 'yan.

Been working for almost 8 years and has held several managerial positions, most of which in the BPO Industry. I'm interested in pursuing further studies and saw the Middle Manager Program of Ateneo Graduate School. Seemed like my current company and workload offers the flexibility to complete the program. I finished Accountancy from a state university. I'd like to try the MBA Middle Manager Program of Ateneo GSB.

Personally, my reasons are 1. to increase my knowledge base 2. (hopefully), to hold a more senior manager role and 3. to explore possibilities of teaching (I have always dreamed of being a university instructor)

I'm about to check Ateneo GSB tomorrow. I've already sent some recommendation forms addressed to my bosses.

Questions -
1. Generally, How tough is the entrance exam in Graduate Schools in the Philippines? (Just trying to re-orient myself with the basic concepts)

2. Can anyone share their experience/s with Graduate School admissions interview.