1. Learning for Life

2. Things to Think About… On-the-job-training On-the-job-training –Corporate Culture –Organizational Systems –Operating Procedures –Leadership & Management Certifications Certifications –Certified Public Accountant (CPA) –Certified Financial Manager –Certified Internal Auditor Degrees Degrees –Masters –J.D. –Doctorate Types of Learning Opportunities

3. Other Things to Think About… Geography can make a difference Geography can make a difference –Area Educational Options –Distance-Learning Programs –Full-Time, Part-time, and/or Evening Distance-Learning Programs –Different Degree Concentrations –Program Flexibility Corporate Funds for Tuition and Training Corporate Funds for Tuition and Training Corporate Encouragement for Learning Opportunities Corporate Encouragement for Learning Opportunities Work/Life Balance Work/Life Balance Individual Goals Individual Goals More than Learning

4. The Tests GMAT- Graduate Management Admissions Test GMAT- Graduate Management Admissions Test GRE - Graduate Record Examination GRE - Graduate Record Examination LSAT- Law School Admissions Test LSAT- Law School Admissions Test CPA- Certified Public Accountant Examination CPA- Certified Public Accountant Examination

5. Testing Facts Scores can be valid for up to 5 years Scores can be valid for up to 5 years Exams can be taken Multiple Times Exams can be taken Multiple Times Not intelligence tests Not intelligence tests –Predictive of Achievement in a Graduate Program –Primarily Used by Admissions Staff for Admissions Decisions

6. - Logical Thinking - Writing - Quantitative - Verbal Serve as Motivation to go Back to School Serve as Motivation to go Back to School Exams Can Cover Multiple Areas Exams Can Cover Multiple Areas –Reading Comprehension –Analytical Reasoning Testing Facts

7. Preparation Standardized Tests Standardized Tests –Study and Practice Materials Books Books On-line Materials On-line Materials Formal Classes Formal Classes –Tests Format Format –Online (GMAT, GRE) –Traditional Paper & Pencil format (LSAT) Dates Dates –Set Schedule of Testing Dates and Locations (LSAT, CPA) –Flexible Dates and Locations (GMAT, GRE)

8. Benefits of Learning for Life Strengthen and Improve Individual Skills Strengthen and Improve Individual Skills Learn New Ideas and Concepts Learn New Ideas and Concepts Individuals Meet Qualifications for Promotion Individuals Meet Qualifications for Promotion

9. Benefits of Learning for Life Improve the Organization by Aiding in the Achievement of its Goals and Objectives Improve the Organization by Aiding in the Achievement of its Goals and Objectives Encourages Others to Seek Further Educational Opportunities Encourages Others to Seek Further Educational Opportunities Promotes and Motivates Others to Operate at their Peak Potential Promotes and Motivates Others to Operate at their Peak Potential

10. Things to Do Before Graduation Devise a Game Plan Devise a Game Plan –Set Goals and Objectives –Know your Options Establish Lasting Relationships with Faculty and Staff Establish Lasting Relationships with Faculty and Staff –Schedule “Exit Meetings” –Get Contact Information –Keep in Touch –Follow Up Begin Studying for Graduate Tests Begin Studying for Graduate Tests Research Different Programs Research Different Programs Meet with Admissions Personnel Meet with Admissions Personnel Start Applying Start Applying

11. Good Luck on Your Journey. Your Career is in Your Hands Your Career is in Your Hands !!