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Jimbpard
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| Posted: Mon May 12, 2008 3:07 pm Post subject: Logistics and Transportation degree |
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So my new company offers full tuition reimbersement, and I'm seriously considering getting a degree in something just for the hell of it since they're paying.
What I'm wondering is, does anyone know of any colleges/universities that offer a Logistics/transportation degree that you can take online?
I've checked all the local schools and can't find anything around me that offers a degree in that kind of field.
Any suggestions are appreciated. |
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AlexJ81
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| Posted: Mon May 12, 2008 3:58 pm Post subject: |
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| I don't think that type of degree exist |
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ben45750
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| Posted: Mon May 12, 2008 4:17 pm Post subject: |
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Yeah, I have heard of a Logistics and Transportation Degree. I would assume that could get you in the door of an LTL company as a Dock Supervisor, Dispatch and Terminal Management ect....
Use the Google. Plenty of options. |
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Sealord
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| Posted: Mon May 12, 2008 6:17 pm Post subject: Logistics and Transportation Degree |
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| Try unf.edu, don't know if it's offered online. BOL |
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GMAN
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| Posted: Mon May 12, 2008 6:44 pm Post subject: |
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| The University of Tennessee used to have the top Logistics programs in the country. Either Penn State or the University of Pennsylvania had the number 2 program at the time. Both may still be in the top 2 nationally. I doubt that either would be offered online. Still, you may want to check with them. If you want to do online classes many universities offer classes that cover the first couple of years online. The University of Phoenix is one of the largest online universities and offers several degree programs. |
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Jimbpard
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| Posted: Mon May 12, 2008 6:50 pm Post subject: |
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GMAN wrote: The University of Tennessee used to have the top Logistics programs in the country. Either Penn State or the University of Pennsylvania had the number 2 program at the time. Both may still be in the top 2 nationally. I doubt that either would be offered online. Still, you may want to check with them. If you want to do online classes many universities offer classes that cover the first couple of years online. The University of Phoenix is one of the largest online universities and offers several degree programs.
I've thought about Phoenix and all those others, but I would just think that everybody looks at those as "clown colleges", and basically be worth no more than a piece of paper. Any thoughts? |
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Double L
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| Posted: Mon May 12, 2008 6:51 pm Post subject: |
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| I think more than likely after high school I'm gonna go to the local community college and pursue an associates in business management since that is the closest thing to logistics and transportation that offer in my opinion. I think with the management they include accounting, and all that stuff. Since next year is my last year of high school the courses I'm taking are business technology, accounting, english-(required) and co-op. So I would of been in accounting 3 and 4 instead of 1 and 2 but I couldn't get into the accounting last year cause of schedule conflicts or the class was full or something. But I feel I'm well prepared and I'm gonna do the business management degree online so I can still drive trucks. |
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GMAN
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| Posted: Mon May 12, 2008 7:01 pm Post subject: |
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Jimbpard wrote: GMAN wrote: The University of Tennessee used to have the top Logistics programs in the country. Either Penn State or the University of Pennsylvania had the number 2 program at the time. Both may still be in the top 2 nationally. I doubt that either would be offered online. Still, you may want to check with them. If you want to do online classes many universities offer classes that cover the first couple of years online. The University of Phoenix is one of the largest online universities and offers several degree programs.
I've thought about Phoenix and all those others, but I would just think that everybody looks at those as "clown colleges", and basically be worth no more than a piece of paper. Any thoughts?
As I recall, the University of Phoenix is accredited and well received. There are others who are also accredited. Before I spent my money and time in any online program I would check their accreditation. Some are not accredited. You could always take classes through any university that offers them. With most of the online programs you need to complete your course requirements within a specific time frame. You communicate with your instructor and members of your class groups online. Taking online classes can be challenging. I have met a few drivers who were taking them as they traveled. I don't recall where you live, but there are state universities and colleges in most states who offer correspondence or online classes. If you can't get all of them, at least you can get part of them without having to attend classes. Most colleges require you to do at least your last 30 hours of study at their school before awarding a degree. There are also some colleges who offer programs specifically for working adults that will allow you to take classes while you continue to work. |
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Double L
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| Posted: Mon May 12, 2008 7:08 pm Post subject: |
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| GMAN, the college I'm going to have a program for working adults BUT the catch is you have to be 19 and have atleast a year of working experience. I would do it but it would take 3 years to do and as much as I'd love to take a year off after high school it wouldn't be in my best interest cause my brain would go to mush and I hear that it would be hard to go back and you'll keep putting it off which I can see to be true. Plus I rather get it done and over with and like I said I'm going for an associates. It'll be good enough for what I plan on doing! If I need to go back for a bachelors I will. |
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GMAN
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| Posted: Mon May 12, 2008 7:19 pm Post subject: |
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| I am glad that you plan on going to college, Double L. You can do a lot with an associates degree. But I don't think your brain will go to mush after a year off from school. There are many who go back after several decades. |
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kc0iv
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| Posted: Mon May 12, 2008 7:31 pm Post subject: |
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Double L wrote: I think more than likely after high school I'm gonna go to the local community college and pursue an associates in business management since that is the closest thing to logistics and transportation that offer in my opinion. I think with the management they include accounting, and all that stuff. Since next year is my last year of high school the courses I'm taking are business technology, accounting, english-(required) and co-op. So I would of been in accounting 3 and 4 instead of 1 and 2 but I couldn't get into the accounting last year cause of schedule conflicts or the class was full or something. But I feel I'm well prepared and I'm gonna do the business management degree online so I can still drive trucks.
Be careful when you look at community colleges. Many of the classes they offer do not transfer to a four year college or university. My daughter lost several of her credits when she transferred.
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Double L
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| Like I said before in a pm to you GMAN, a high school diploma in today's times is NOTHING!!!!! You will need some type of college and or vocational schooling. I already know I'll be successful, one thing I learned in life is good things come to those who wait and also follow your gut instinct! I tell people who drop out or are going to drop out that they will regret it cause I've seen people who drop out and they are stuck working in fast food and plus alot of places won't hire if they see you have a GED instead of a high school diploma. I knew I always wanted to drive a truck but I didn't get the desire or drive to want to own and operate my own trucking company until I started high school. One of the reasons why I rather do that is the FREEDOM and plus I won't have to put with BS except my own. :lol: But seriously though hopefully I get this job at midwest driving even if it's local cause I can gain experience driving and still go to school. Not sure if the experience even if it's local will help me out insurance wise but atleast I'd have knowledge of what it takes to drive a truck and do it on someone else's dime! |
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Jimbpard
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| Posted: Mon May 12, 2008 7:44 pm Post subject: |
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Double L wrote: Like I said before in a pm to you GMAN, a high school diploma in today's times is NOTHING!!!!!
Not totally true...You have to have a high school diploma to work for Ryder :lol:
Edited: Brandon, I agree that it dont matter a damn 99% of the time if you have a diploma, but sometimes that 1% chance can screw ya, especially when it's a damn good deal.
My dad recently applied there to get on the account I'm on, and they turned him down soon as he turn in the application and the manager looked over it and saw only a 10th grade education. Company policy. |
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Double L
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| And work for peanuts. I don't think so! Damn I'm eating peanuts as we speak so I guess I'm eating y'alls paycheck one peanut at a time! :lol: Humor is a good stress reliever. That is why I use it ALOT! 8) |
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Mackman
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| High School Diploma dont mean sh*t in trucking. My oldman has a 8th grade edu. And has been a O/O for over 25years. And had made a very good life for him self. There is a trucking company that the owner dont have a high school edu. and runs around 20 trucks. Im not supporting dropping out in anyway. I did and it was the dumbest thing i did. But i did go back and get my GED. But when it comes to trucking you dont need it. |
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