Students who want to analyze business practices and improve different companies may want to study consultancy. Depending on the specific program, students can develop their consulting skills in the area of management, taxes, marketing or finance.

Many students earn associate degrees during their first few years of higher education. Since they usually require about two years of study, these degrees can act either as job qualifications or as precursors to more advanced degrees.

Online or distance learning refers to the use of electronic media and information and communication technologies (ICT) in education. With online learning, one can access education at any time and from any location with an available internet connection.