Meritus
Meritus University is a distance-learning institution which awards degrees in the areas of business and technology. At Meritus University, they understand the time restraints of professionals and so their curricula is designed to fit busy schedules.
Programs are available through two schools:
- Meritus University School of Business
- Meritus University School of Information Technology
The three degree programs at Meritus University encourage innovative and collaborative efforts, critical assessment, communications skills, and innovative approaches to problems through the application of best practices. Meritus University offers robust academic studies that will afford the student real-life case studies in which to practice their skills.
The reason that the Meritus University School of Business was established was to provide a way for working professionals to improve their business skills and knowledge without having to severely interrupt their lives. Student and employers alike prefer a rigorous experience with relevant content and context that is taught by an outstanding team of international and Canadian faculty. Their courses use real-life situations, studies, and research to educate the student for the new global business world.
The degree from the School of Business is ideal due to its global, culturally diverse focus. Challenging market-relevant coursework, taught by faculty with business experience working with big and respected Canadian employers, affords students with a distinct advantage.
With a Canadian credential provincially recognized through the Maritime Provinces Higher Education Commission (MPHEC), each Meritus University School of Business degree is accredited.
The Meritus University Online
The online degree programs at Meritus combine real-life business situations and best practices to encourage the development of essential critical thinking skills.
Classes are limited to twenty students to allow the opportunity to develop the camaraderie that comes from working in small groups and learning teams. The interaction that takes place on these teams - including debate, critique, and theoretical discussions - serve as inspiration to the educational process.
In their individual fields of study, instructors at Meritus University are experienced industry leaders. They have professional experience, relevant advice, and a true love of teaching.
Plus, since Meritus University degree programs are conducted solely online, allowing students from anywhere in the world to attend, learning teams have the chance to benefit from international influences, perspectives, and case studies.
Meritus University is an unusual school that works on a unique school timeline. New students can begin classes at any time, rather than wait for the next term to start. Graduate level courses are offered in six-week blocks while undergraduate courses run ten weeks. Classes may be scheduled around students' work and personal lives, either back to back or with breaks.
