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Privacy policy X Close Privacy Policy This policy contains important information about your personal information. All information that you provide to us, through the online registration form or e-mail requests for further information, will be dealt with as provided for in this policy. Embanet is the online education partner of Boston University. Embanet requires a certain amount of information from prospective students and/or persons requesting further information about its online programs in order to respond to your queries, assess and evaluate your suitability for enrolling in the online program, and, if you decide to enroll in program, evaluating your enrollment application. Further, in the event you are accepted into the program, the personal information you have previously provided will be used to provide services to you, including your participation in the online program, and to establish, maintain and manage our relationship with you. For the purposes of this policy, personal information is any information about an identifiable individual, other than the person's business title or business contact information when used or disclosed for the purpose of business communications. We collect and maintain different types of personal information. This includes: contact and identification information, such as your name, address, telephone number and e-mail address; information concerning your education history, including degrees granted and Universities attended and employment history; application information relating to Programs, including credit information for payment of application or deposit fees; and business relationship information including information related to your preferences, feed-back and information requested by or provided to you. Embanet does not sell or rent any of your personal information to any third party. However, if you have applied to an online program, we will disclose personal information to Boston University to the extent necessary to provide you with the relevant services. We may also disclose your personal information where required to do so by law. If you have any questions about this policy or our privacy practices, please contact our Privacy Office at privacyofficer@embanet.com.

Accreditation

Metropolitan College, as part of Boston University, is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), one of six regional accrediting organizations in the United States.
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"I found the program to be extremely relevant, meaningful, and rewarding in my career. The program is designed very well and the curriculum is critical to the success of anyone pursuing a management career in the corporate world."

~ Ryan Ellis, MSIM Online Student

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FAQs

Is this online degree any different from the one that is earned on-campus at Boston University?
No, you will receive an official Boston University diploma. Our online master's degrees carry the same excellence as those earned in a traditional classroom setting.

How are the programs accredited?
The New England Association of Schools and Colleges accredits Boston University for its degree granting programs. For more information, please see the accreditation page.

How long is the program?
The program can be completed in two years. You can start the program six times per year in spring, summer, or fall. You will take one seven-week class at a time.

How many credits and courses do I take each semester?
You will enroll in two consecutive seven-week, four-credit courses each semester for a total of eight credits per semester.

Are there any program prerequisites?
Basic math knowledge, must be demonstrated by the completion of the mandatory prerequisite course called ALEKS©. ALEKS© is a self-paced tutorial that is designed to ensure that you are well-prepared for the program. This tutorial is designed so that those with math ability can complete the program in about ten hours, while those who need a more thorough refresher may require 20 hours.

Am I entitled to a course waiver?
For some professional designations or certifications, you can earn one or more course waivers. Please visit each program section to determine if you are eligible for course waivers based on professional designations or certifications. For more information, contact an Admissions Representative.

How much does the program cost?
For more information, contact an Admissions Representative.

When do I start the program?
You may start the program six times per year.

How much time is required for this program?
Most students spend approximately 20 hours per week on coursework. This will vary by course and the student’s familiarity with the material.

Who do I talk to if I have more questions or if I want to apply?
You may contact an Admissions Representative.