Master’s Degree

Master’s Degree Online via Distance Learning

A Master’s degree requires 40 PAL University credits; that means 80 ECTS over the Bachelor. PAL University study approach is innovative and flexible since it focuses on adult students’ previous work experience. Credits validation is based on the analysis of the candidates’ Curriculum Vitae: life and professional skills, academic achievements, professional experiences, cultural backgrounds and so on. Credits validation for high-profile candidates’ CV may allow a straight access to the final thesis. 

PAL University distance learning study programs are exclusively provided online. Every specific course degree differs from traditional exams based programs; it rather consists in Reports writing implementation (Units examination) and text book reading. Each degree Certificate is notarized by Apostille Government and it will be ensured validity in all Hague countries. In those countries that are off The Hague Convention, either the consulate or the competent court is in charge of degree certificates legalization.

Our distance degree programs is Master of Business Administration (MBA). (PAL University) Pan African Leadership University LLC is a Limited Liability Company incorporated in the United State of America. It is a non-governmental organization for international adult students, professionals and entrepreneurs. PAL works online through an internet e-learning platform; its distance learning system uses e-mail, international couriers, video telephone systems, etc.

PAL University operates with full legal authority and accepts students from all over the world. Prior to each enrolment, PAL informs candidates on its study systems as well as on the value of its academic qualifications. Our University holds a Certificate of Incorporation and a Certificate of Good Standing from the Government of the United State of America. 

Note that certain government agencies employers or some professional licensing bodies may require degrees which are directly regulated by a national Ministry of Education. PAL degree is valid for many purposes but not for all. We recommend foreign students to check a PAL University Master usability to their goals. The study programs costs are determined by PAL Credits. For a Master, each credit is equal to 100 USD/Euros; however, CV credits validation may gain a cost/credits reduction up to 70%. Therefore, the candidate’s CV evaluation is fundamental for the program; three pedagogical methods are used for a Master program: 1) Relying entirely on texts and research. 2) Mixed: texts, researches and credits from prior learning. 3) APEL (Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning): based on professional activities and personal skills listed in the candidate’s CV.

The entire program cost is determined by credits amount obtained by the candidate according to his/her CV and his/her prior learning. It is necessary to send a thoroughly detailed CV in order to know the study program cost. The Secretariat will process the candidate’s CV, giving account of the credits number earned by the student. This result will be communicated through a document called “Provisional Certificate”: it displays the program final cost.

ADMISSION

Admission to the program requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree earned at an appropriately accredited University or licensed foreign university.

The following are documents needed to complete the application process:

A completed PAL University Agreement.

A current resume.

Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended (Notarized copies will be accepted for Foreign Institutions).

Two Recommendation letters (optional but preferred).

Official GMAT test scores (optional). 

Official GRE scores (optional). 

One of following English test scores or records is required for the applicants whose English is not their native language:

A transcript indicating completion of at least 30 semester hours of credit with an average grade of “B” or higher at an appropriately accredited college/university or licensed foreign university where the language of instruction is English;

A transcript indicating a grade of “B” or higher in an English composition course from an appropriately Accredited college/university or a licensed foreign university;

If the student is not able to provide any of the above language proficiency evidences, he/she may be admitted conditionally and attend an ESL language program as an additional prerequisite. However, the student will not be allowed to enroll for more than 30 credits unless they reach and complete the Advanced Level with a “C” average.

TOEFL minimum scores of 530 (PBT, Paper Based Test) or 71 (IBT Internet Based Test). 

Once all required documents are received, the student will be evaluated and notified as soon as the decision is completed: Student will receive an electronic email notification informing him/her of their full acceptance, conditional acceptance or denial of admission.

Students accepted will then be required to submit:

8- A copy of their Identification card, Driver’s license or passport

9- Payment of registration fees

Please note that any Document not in English should be accompanied by a certified translation.