Nationally ranked Big 10 university forms partnership to launch state-of-the-art educational programs 100% online
TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 11, 2011 — Michigan State University (MSU), ranked a Tier 1 Best National University by U.S. News & World Report, has selected Bisk Education's University Alliance division to assist in developing and delivering online certificate programs in business-related disciplines. Initial offerings, including Master Certificates in Supply Chain Management, Hospitality Management and Strategic Leadership, will be available through MSU's Broad College of Business. MSU is world-renowned for its leadership faculty and ranked 1st in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for its supply chain programs. The Broad College is also home to The School of Hospitality Business, hailed as the original and ranked among the top hospitality programs in the nation.
The selection of Bisk was based, in part, on its successful history of helping other nationally ranked universities expand their reach and advance their mission through degree and professional certificate programs online.
What sets Bisk apart is its unique value proposition: Bisk's services outweigh their competitors by offering comprehensive, ongoing development of scalable online programs that meet both industry and university standards. Bisk has a long history in online education, earning the regard and trust of some of the most well-known universities in the country.
Bisk carefully aligns its best-in-class services with established standards for online education. The end result is the creation of highly scalable online learning solutions with a deep understanding of what's required for student success. Universities that take advantage of Bisk's full suite of services experience the company's 6 Principles of Excellence That Drive Student Success, which is composed of: Strategic Planning, Program Development & Instructional Design, Systems & Integrations, Brand & Image Management, Enrollment Management, and Relationship Management. These key areas ensure the development and execution of online programs that help universities expand their enrollment while maintaining their academic standards and traditions.
In addition, Bisk's state-of-the-art video-based e-learning platform enables its university partners to bring highly engaging programs to students who want the convenience of online education.
"We're proud to build a relationship with such a highly respected university like Michigan State to help expand its reach through degree and certificate programs that can be accessed anytime, anywhere online," said Nathan M. Bisk, Founder and Chairman of Bisk Education. "This relationship is consistent with Bisk's mission to be the end-to-end solutions provider of lifelong learning that enables adult learners to reach their personal and professional goals."
To learn more about Bisk's comprehensive services for creating scalable online learning programs, please visit http://www.Bisk.com.
About Bisk Education, Inc. and University Alliance Online
Founded in 1971, Bisk Education is the world's leading provider of professional education online. The University Alliance (UA), a division of Bisk, facilitates the promotion and online delivery of associate's, bachelor's and master's degrees as well as professional certificate programs from the nation's leading universities and institutions. Powered by UA's technology and support services, our university partners have surpassed 450,000 online enrollments and a million credit hours – making UA the largest facilitator of e-learning in the country.
About Michigan State University
Michigan State University has been working to advance the common good in uncommon ways for more than 150 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU focuses its vast resources on creating solutions to some of the world's most pressing challenges, while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
Contact Information
Sandy Levine, VP of Marketing Services
Bisk Education/University Alliance Online
9417 Princess Palm Avenue, Tampa, FL 33619
813-621-6200, ext. 328
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