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What is the difference between Certificate and Masters?

Asked by Denton Perez, Last updated: Apr 21, 2024

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S.Sophie

S.Sophie

S.Sophie
S.Sophie

Answered Mar 03, 2020

A certificate can sometimes be given to people who would complete a short course or training over a certain period of time. It can be years before the person gets the certificate, and there are also times when the person can get the certificate in a matter of days. There are also some who would need to get their master’s degree in order to show that they have specialized in a certain topic after they have gotten their graduate degree.

A certificate can sometimes be given to people who would complete a short course or training over a
This will show their academic excellence and proficiency in their chosen topic. Certificates are usually acquired by students because this will help when they create their CV. The certificates acquired can be one of the things that companies will check when they want to hire someone.

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Daniel Drake

Daniel Drake

Daniel Drake
Daniel Drake

Answered Feb 28, 2020

A master's degree is held in very high esteem by prospective employers. It is an academic degree that is awarded by universities or colleges proceeding with the completion of a course of study. A master's degree demonstrates mastery over a specific field. A graduate certificate program will usually be worth the trouble if your ambition is to learn a particular subject or skill in a shorter time period.

A master's degree is held in very high esteem by prospective employers. It is an academic

It can provide you with the knowledge necessary for a shift in your career or a promotion. It is also useful for touching up your resume. It takes a longer time to complete a master's degree. It usually takes around one to three years to complete. On the plus side, people who obtain a master's degree are often offered a higher pay rate. A graduate certificate signifies educational success. A master's degree is generally more intense because it requires a master's thesis, but the graduate certificate program does not.

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