Grad School News
World credit crunch makes a Masters in Finance more relevant than ever
The most cursory of glances across the headlines over the last few months will have left an impression on those interested in finance and business. The “credit crunch,” a slow down in the global economy, increasing concerns over the viability of some of the world’s largest banks - not to mention... [more]
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The future of Energy Studies
Are you the kind of person who is concerned about the way the environment works, and is intrigued by the mind-boggling world of sustainable and renewable energy? If you have an undergraduate background in engineering, natural sciences, physics, or prior industry experience, then this could be your... [more]
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Introduction to Medias and Communication
The media’s the most powerful entity on earth…Because they control the minds of the masses.
--Malcolm X [more]
Introduction to Engineering
Engineers are in hot demand. Salaries are soaring, skills are sought after and career opportunities are limitless.
Dr John Morton, Chief Executive of the Engineering and Technology Board (ETB) said so himself in the Plant and Works Engineering magazine when he stated that there was a growing need... [more]
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Introduction to IT
Science is progressing rapidly, and new inventions are taking place of older ones as we speak. As technology advances and the world becomes a smaller place, the field of information technology seems to have a rosy future. With increasing demand for people in this sector, employers are willing to... [more]
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Introduction to Mathematics
Have you ever been made fun of in class for the fact that your life revolves around numbers? Or picked on in school for being a math geek? Well, here’s your chance to get even! Figures have shown that today, mathematics graduates are the most well-paid of graduate jobs in other sectors. Besides,... [more]
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Introduction to Finance
With the current economic scenario worldwide, the financial sector has a huge demand for experts – bankers, fund managers, multinational companies, securities firms, financial advisors. Graduate study in finance will enhance your career progression and is an investment which will fetch you quick... [more]
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Introduction to Economics
The widely accepted modern day definition of economics is: “the science which studies human behaviour as a relationship between ends and scarce means which have alternative uses.” A branch of social science, economics studies the production, distribution and consumption of goods and services.... [more]
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Graduate courses in Management: what you need to know.
‘Management is, above all, a practice where art, science, and craft meet’.
Henry Mintzberg, McGill University
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Graduate courses in Accountancy: what you need to know.
Accountancy is often referred to as the universal language of business, and accountants popularly known as ‘number crunchers’. So if you’re ready to join the money-making bandwagon, welcome to this field. [more]
Postcard from... Canterbury, UK
In the first of a monthly feature on international Masters students studying abroad, QS Topgraduate speaks with Aarti Kukreja, a postgraduate student from India, studying for her Masters in the UK. [more]
View from the top: an LLM at Boston College
Regarded as one of the most prestigious and internationally facing liberal arts colleges in the USA, Boston College was founded in 1863 and has developed an enviable track record of educating professionals intent on making a difference in their academic and professional careers. The LLM program is... [more]
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The difference a Masters really makes
Spending $100,000 or more on a Masters degree at an international university is a daunting prospect. The decision to invest that amount of money requires months, even years, of research and discussion before you submit your application and begin your graduate program. So what difference will a... [more]
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UK overtakes USA in student popularity
Can we believe the current hype about studying at a UK university or college? Is it really the most popular place to study in a world of increasing choice and unprecedented student mobility? According to research published in newspapers as respected as The Guardian, The Independent and the Times... [more]
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View from the Top: Cap Gemini and the CSR
Corporate Social Responsibility is a growing area of any corporation and graduate students need to have it in their minds as they embark on Masters degree study. Many top universities have already incorporated CSR into their postgraduate programs. QS TopGraduate.com spoke with Carolyn Nimmy, Vice... [more]
