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Graduates Studies in Poland in English



FreedomPirate01Threads: 1
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Joined: Oct 11, 09 		Edited by: FreedomPirate01   Oct 11, 09, 07:48 /  #
I was born in Poland but moved to the U.S. when i was a child, I'm 25 and finished with a business degree in the states a few years ago. Since graduating I have worked for my family's real estate business, and am now looking to get out on my own.

I'm trying to figure out what to do next and am considering graduate school in Krakow. I would greatly appreciate any advice on recommended graduate study programs. Even though i completed my studies with good scores I have some regret in deciding on a finance degree as i currently don't have a great interest in this field. I would not want to make a similar mistake again, however there may still be business degrees offered in Krakow which could prove worthwhile and interesting.

I am tempted to throw caution to the wind and pursue a more exciting and artistic study in such subjects as journalism, photography or english writing, but from what i've found so far I don't such studies are offered in Krakow in english. I am not sure if this would be a wise decision as it may be likely that after graduating I may try to start my own business and work for myself or take over the family business. This would mean that I may never take advantage of another degree in a traditional sense (seeking employment), so I am weary to enroll in another very difficult and demanding study.

I worked very hard in my undergraduate study and would like to enjoy life a little more and not pull too many more overnighters playing with calculators.

Thanks in advance for any help!!!
z_dariusThreads: 22
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Joined: Oct 18, 07 		  Oct 11, 09, 07:53 /  #
FreedomPirate01:
Graduates Studies in Poland in English

FreedomPirate01:
I am weary to enroll in another very difficult and demanding study.

I'm not sure how you would like to achieve both.
FreedomPirate01Threads: 1
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Joined: Oct 11, 09 		  Oct 11, 09, 08:53 /  #
I guess i did not explain myself completely. I am happy and able to take on a challenging degree if it is something interesting and enjoyable. What I am trying to avoid is another degree heavy in accounting and other uninspiring studies. Also if possible I could maybe spread out a degree over a longer period of time if i find it too difficult. Finally sometimes within some universities there are certain degrees which are known to be more enjoyable, to have the most interesting professors etc etc... For example in my U.S. university, ...pursuing a degree in marketing most would agree would yield the most enjoyable academic experience for those who didn't have a determined career path.
Raj_ryderThreads: 16
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Joined: Jan 15, 09 		  Oct 11, 09, 17:30 /  #
so just do a marketting course over here i study management in lodz its nice place tho a little borin but hey krakows wer the parties at
z_dariusThreads: 22
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Joined: Oct 18, 07 		  Oct 11, 09, 19:28 /  #
FreedomPirate01:
What I am trying to avoid is another degree heavy in accounting and other uninspiring studies.

I think nobody can decide for you what to study.
But rest assured, in Poland studies in English do not require a calculator.
FreedomPirate01Threads: 1
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Joined: Oct 11, 09 		  Oct 12, 09, 03:18 /  #
Raj_ryder - As far as i know Krakow does not offer any marketing courses in english, and even if they did it doesn't mean it is a good choice just because it was a good choice at my U.S. university. It all depends on the professors, students and the program of course.

z_darius - I'm just looking for suggestions or recommendations from someone who may have some knowledge about the different graduate programs in Krakow.
polishcanuckThreads: 10
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FreedomPirate01

It sounds to me like you just want to live in poland. Why not go to poland to start a business? Or teach english?

Why do you want to spend 4 years studying something more "artistic"? Just for fun? I know many people who went to uni to study the humanities for fun but in the end couldn't find work because these degrees are useless. Maybe this isn't an issue for you as you can always go back to the family business.

If i were in your shoes i'd try to start a business in poland or maybe get into real estate in PL. You can always do "journalism, photography or english writing" on the side. Just my 2 cents.

As for graduate studies, i think you're better off doing an mba in the usa.
learn polishThreads: 2
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Joined: Oct 15, 09 		  Oct 16, 09, 16:52 /  #
When it comes to "artistic" (word used loosely), you could try studying British or American literature - at least you can be sure that the classes are in English.

On the other hand, coming to Poland from the US to study American lit. - not the brightest idea ever :)

I agree with polishcanuck - mba in the us is a much better idea in terms of resources, quality of education etc. But if you wanna come to Poland to have fun and socialize, you may as well do some studies on the side, why not (in which case I recommend Warsaw University, from my own experience).
AlexThreads: -
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Hey, I just started working on my Master's degree at Jagiellonian University in Krakow, and I am studying in English. I decided to come study in Poland for similar reasons to yours, and so far I'm loving it! And if your worried about the work load, I can tell you that I expected much worse. I take a few classes a week, and still have plenty of time to go out and enjoy this awesome city. If you'd like to talk or have any questions, write me an email!!

E-mail: AlexandraBalant@aol.com
FreedomPirate01Threads: 1
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Joined: Oct 11, 09 		Edited by: FreedomPirate01   Oct 21, 09, 13:34 /  #
polishcanuck

Your right, i am interested in living in Poland more than I am in studying there, but thats only because i don't' see any degrees that really grab my attention. My Uncle is starting up a business in Gydnia which i might be a part of in the future, however, I think moving to Poland with the intention of starting a business on my own right off the bat is bit much. As for teaching english.... I'm not much of a teacher.... ;p

From my understanding I thought most of the graduate degrees in english in Poland were 2 years. 4 years would be a big commitment for sure.

I hear what your saying about humanities and finding work. I'm lucky to have something to fall back on, and i'd probably be taking grad studies more seriously if i didn't. I suppose i just really don't want to suffer through another couple years of something I don't enjoy. Unfortunately though the degrees in english that Krakow is offering at first glance don't seem too interesting or useful, but i really need to learn more about the programs.

There is no doubt I couldn't go wrong with getting an MBA in the U.S., aside from the cost...its so expensive!

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Why do you recommend Warsaw over Krakow?

Alex
Hey Alex thanks for the reply! I definitely need to talk to you. Email sent 8
learn polishThreads: 2
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Joined: Oct 15, 09 		  Oct 21, 09, 13:41 /  #
FreedomPirate01

you got me wrong. I'm just saying that I studied at the University of Warsaw and I know how it works at the English Studies department - you can be 100% sure you'll get lots of time left, so studying and working (even full time) or socializing aka partying hard (even full time :) - whichever interests you more, is not a problem there.

On the other hand, I have no idea what things looks like at the Jagiellonian University in Krakow (or any university in Krakow, for that matter) - simply never been there.
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