Earning A Degree From Baker College Online

Baker College is the largest independent college in the US state of Michigan, a fully accredited, private, not-for-profit career college system founded in 1911. It now houses 13 campuses, and offers worldwide online education focused on job specific training that promises a more personally rewarding career. Baker online is a series of courses and programs made accessible by Baker College via the internet, which links students to the faculty, offers them an opportunity to earn their degrees from the convenience of their own homes, with flexible schedules.

Baker College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, in addition to being a member of the North Central Association. The Baker Center for Graduate Studies also carries professional accreditation by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education

The Complete List of Online Degrees Offered by Baker Online:

Undergraduate Programs

1. Certificate

Web Design

2. Associate of Applied Science Degree

Computer Programming
Computer Programming - Java Option
Industrial Technology
Web Design

3. Associate of Business Degree

Accounting
Accounting/Computer Information Systems
Accounting/Management
Computer Information Systems/Micro Applications
General Business
Human Resource Management
Management
Marketing

4. Bachelor of Business Administration

Accounting
Business Administration - Accelerated Program
Finance
Human Resource Management
Management
Marketing

5. Bachelor of Computer Information Systems

Computer Information Systems
Project Management and Planning

6. Bachelor of Computer Science

Computer Science
Database Technology

7. Bachelor of Health Services Administration

Health Services Administration - Accelerated Program

8. Bachelor of Web Development

Web Development

9. Postbaccalaureate Certificate

Project Management and Planning

Graduate Programs

Master of Business Administration

Accounting
Finance
General Business
Health Care Management
Human Resources Management
Leadership Studies
Marketing

Enrollment Requirements:

There are separate specific admission procedures for the Undergraduate and Graduate programs. Before enrolling for a degree program on Baker Online, students are required to have an experience in computer operation, such as loading software, using a word processor etc. There is also a three week online class to review and evaluate all the requirements, as well as introduce students to the Baker Online classroom. Additional courses only come after you have successfully completed this preliminary course, with instructions from a Development Coordinator or Academic Office.

The Blackboard, the Virtual Classroom, and the Asynchronous System:

Baker online uses several methods in their online teaching system.

The internet based Blackboard allows students to receive and send information with the instructor, the classroom, other students, and groups. Access to the internet is the only requirement, without the need for special software. The online common meeting area for students assigned to a specific online class is the virtual classroom, and each one is designated a unique name to ensure privacy. The "asynchronous system is not dependant on time or place, and allows you to participate in discussion, read lectures, and complete exams.

The Library:

Baker online students can access and use any of the nine campus libraries, and online resources are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Besides the Baker libraries, Baker online also allows you to browse the library collection of other libraries all over North America, as well as access to downloadable journal articles.