Built for How You Learn Best

Finishing a degree is the goal, but for busy adults, life responsibilities can make that challenging. That's why University of Massachusetts Global's online learning is intentionally built for flexibility, so students can keep moving forward even as work and family demands shift.

You can choose which format — instructor-paced or self-paced — best fits your learning preference, schedule, and goals. Both formats deliver the same high-quality, employer-aligned curriculum. The difference is in how your pace is set and what level of structure and support works best for you.

Currently, all programs are available in our instructor-paced format, with a growing number offered in our self-paced, MyPath option.

Here’s how our two online formats work:

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Instructor-Paced Programs

Stay motivated with instructor-paced online classes that blend structure, interaction, and flexibility so you can keep moving toward your goals without putting life on hold. Weekly deadlines, clear milestones, and focused coursework on one or two topics at a time make it easy to maintain momentum. Real-time instructor and peer engagement, collaborative group work, and a clear weekly path help students who thrive with routine, community, and dedicated support; especially if you are entering a new field or returning to school after time away.

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Self-Paced Programs (UMass Global MyPath)

Take control of your learning with UMass Global MyPath, a fully online, self-paced, competency-based experience that lets you move ahead as you master each course; all with one flat-rate tuition fee per session.

Flexible pacing gives you more control over when you complete your work, so you can balance life while making steady progress toward your degree. If you bring related work or life experience, you can move faster through what you already know and spend more time on new material.

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Self-Paced vs. Instructor-Paced: Choose the Online Learning Format That Fits You

SELF-PACED INSTRUCTOR-PACED
100% online
Pace controlled by Student Instructor
Textbooks and course materials included
Start at Any time 6 convenient times per year
Tuition charged per Flat rate per session Unit per class
Ability to pause coursework
Programs offered 11 Business & IT Programs 55+ programs, credentials, and certificates
Interact with classmates
How grading works Mastery of competencies (B or better) Traditional grading system

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