MBA & Master Glossary
Distance Learning
Definition
Distance learning enables location-independent and time-flexible studying. Teaching materials are provided digitally or by mail, exams take place at decentralized locations. Distance learning Master programs are particularly popular with working professionals and offer maximum flexibility in time management.
Example: "Distance learning allows her to sit exams at her home location in Austria."
Why this matters for your MBA
"Distance Learning" is one of the terms you will come across when comparing MBA and Executive MBA programmes in Germany, Austria and Switzerland — in admission requirements, accreditation details or programme descriptions. On mba.de you can check how individual business schools handle it and compare programmes independently.
Source: mba.de – independent comparison portal since 2003.