Tailoring advanced education options: Microcredentials vs. master’s degrees

From ASU: “This topic examines the trade-offs between three graduate-level credentials: microcertificates, graduate certificates and master’s degrees. It answers the question, What if graduate students could access customized knowledge to acquire new skills or for their careers and then translate this into a credentialed certificate or credit towards a degree? At Arizona State University, three distinct credential pathways are available: microcertificates (9–14 credit hours), graduate certificates (15+ credit hours), and master’s degrees (30+ credit hours). While master’s degrees and graduate certificates have long been established, introducing microcertificates reflects a commitment to addressing the evolving needs of students and the labor market.”