FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Are the admissions requirements for the online program similar to other LeBow MBA programs?
2. Is the GMAT required for the online program?
3. Will all required course materials (included textbooks) be provided for me?
4. Can I take an on campus courses in conjunction with online courses?
5. Where do I go for technical support?
6. If I have a business undergraduate degree, can I waive courses from the online program?
7. Will I have an advisor to assist me through my curriculum progression and a primary contact to address my questions and concerns?
8. Will I still feel connected to Drexel University and LeBow and feel like part of the community as a student and alumni.
9. Do we ever meet for class?
10. What hardware/software will I need to participate in an online class.

Yes, the admissions requirements for our online programs are the same as other LeBow MBA programs.  You are required to submit an application, resume, personal statement (500 words), 2 letters of recommendation, official transcripts, and GMAT scores.

Yes, the GMAT is a requirement of each of our MBA programs and it plays a very important part in securing our AACSB accreditation.  A GMAT score of 600 or higher is required for admittance to the online program.

No, you will be required to purchase your textbooks.  Required course materials will be posted prior to each term and you will be responsible for obtaining these materials unless special instructions are given.

If you are enrolled in a cohorted online program, you must take all core curriculum courses.  Only under special permission from an advisor may you take specialization/ concentration courses on campus.

Your first line of technical support is always the eCollege Help Desk. The Help Desk provides support twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. The Help Desk can answer questions and resolve problems of a technical nature only. For instance, if you are unable to post a contribution to a threaded discussion, then contact the Help Desk for assistance.
There are three ways to contact the Help Desk:

• Help link within your courses
• helpdesk@mbaonline.lebow.drexel.edu
• Telephone: 303-873-0005

Your second line of support is the Technical Teaching Assistant assigned to your course. Questions or problems related to course design, procedures, or administration should be directed to your professor and/or the Technical Teaching Assistant. Each course is assigned a Technical Teaching Assistant.

No, you may not waive courses from a cohorted program.

Yes, the Program Manager for online programs will be available to answer your questions and advise you throughout your online program progression.  Also, the Associate Director of Online Programs and LeBow Tech are available to assist you with any technical problems you might encounter.

Yes, our online student are encouraged to attend LeBow sponsored events throughout the year (when possible).  Many of our events are web cast so that our distance learners can feel like part of the community from even miles away.  As alumni, our online student stay connected with their fellow cohort members. Alumni representative are selected to help encourage participation in LeBow alumni events and assist in strengthening the LeBow alumni network.

No, the classes are run asynchronously. For the most part, there are no scheduled meeting times. Professors typically assign materials or readings in the beginning of each week. Students then would have that week to work on the material.

The Techno program has three residences associated with the curriculum.

Hardware Requirements

• A screen resolution of 800 x 600 pixels or higher
• 64 KB RAM
• Broadband internet access recommended.
• Soundcard and Speakers
• Removable Media Storage Device (e.g. CD-RW, Zip Drive, or Flash Drive)
• Printer

Software Requirements

• Windows 98, 98Se, Me, NT, 2000, XP or MacOS 8.1 - 9.1 (OS X 10.1 in "classic mode")
• Internet Explore 6.0 or higher
• Microsoft Office
• Anti-Virus Software (e.g. Norton Anti-virus)
• RealOne Player (formerly known as RealPlayer 8),RealPlayer 8
• Windows Media Player
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Macromedia Flash Player
• JavaScript and Java enabled browser (current browser versions are equipped with these, but there may be times when you have to configure the browser’s settings for them to work properly.

We cannot guarantee accessibility to all aspects of the online courses if you are behind a corporate firewall. It is solely the student’s responsibility to arrange access prior to class. LeBow College of Business is not responsible for attaining access to its classes.