Financial analysts provide essential financial guidance to businesses and individuals alike. Let’s examine some of the duties they perform to see why financial analysts are so highly valued and why it pays to pursue a career in this lucrative role. Job Duties of a Financial Analyst The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) states that…
If you’re wondering whether all master’s degrees require a thesis, you’re not alone. From MBA programs to Master of Science degrees, students often ask: Do I need to write a thesis? In this article, we’ll break down the differences between thesis and non-thesis master’s programs, including what each option involves and how to decide which…
If you’re considering earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA), you may already be aware that adding an MBA to your resume can be a career-defining accomplishment. But what does that mean in terms of real-world benefits? If you’re earning an MBA from The University of Texas Permian Basin online, we can confirm that there…
Assistant principals and principals interested in advancing their careers face a reality familiar to their students: going back to school. Navigating the path to superintendency doesn’t have to pose an additional mental burden for educational leaders, however. Becoming a superintendent is a straightforward process, so long as candidates enroll in a certification program that takes…
If you’re thinking about becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), there’s more to it than just passing the exam. Each state has its own specific path to licensure, including education, testing, and experience requirements. The good news? Texas doesn’t require U.S. citizenship or even in-state residency to become a CPA. That means you can live…
Nearly all of us are looking for the secret to personal success, quite literally. The self-help book “The Secret” has sold over 35 million copies worldwide by claiming success is derived from energy put out into the universe. Similarly, articles touting the “Top Habits of Successful People” promise that the key to a happy, healthy…
Welcome to The University of Texas Permian Basin! Now that you’re part of the Falcon Family, let’s go over what you need to do to prepare for your first semester as an online student and what you need to know to get the most out of your time at UT Permian Basin. We’re excited for…
How do you envision an English degree program? A series of vocabulary and grammar lessons with an emphasis on pronunciation? In reality, an undergraduate English degree is not designed to teach you the English language but rather to complement your understanding of the language with an exploration of the rich culture of English-speaking people. In…
The dynamic world of political science is subject to constantly shifting trends and issues that may impact practitioners’ ability to do their jobs effectively. Let’s look at a few of these trends, both domestic and international, and see the role education may play in helping political science professionals address such trends in the future. Growing…
The notion that education is the key to a successful career is as true today as it was when school libraries were using the Dewey Decimal System. What has changed, however, is how students are attending—or should we say logging into—college classes. Watching a recorded lecture while on lunch break, stirring a simmering risotto, or…