Amon, What I think Joe is referring to is the 'binary' way candidates can be regarded - in this case 'top-BS/not top-BS', but this problem also refers to 'Big 4/not Big 4', 'blue chip/not blue' I could go on, but I think you get the idea. The point is that any perceptive experience tells us that there are good and weak people in most/all organisations. I certainly met some excellent people on my OU MBA, some less strong, the point was we had all commited to a distance learning/executive route.My advice would be to look at other factors - accreditation being the most important as it divides BS into those that can achieve it, on the quality of their courses, and those that can't. Also consider whether you have got the motivation and time management skills to deliver at work/progress your career and study for 15+ hours a week for a minimum of 2 1/2 years. If you can acheve this then you will have a strong story to sell a potential employer - the other approach will be to study full time and accept the opportunity cost of doing so, this seems to hold people in good stead when they return to the job market, but it really is a matter od 'horses for courses'. Hope this helps.
