Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

MBA Online Education collects information to provide better educational services to our students and prospective students. We collect information in the following ways:

Information You Provide

• Application Information: Name, contact information, educational background, work experience, and academic transcripts
• Account Information: Username, password, and profile information when you create a student account
• Communication: Messages, emails, and other communications you send to us
• Payment Information: Billing details for tuition and fees (processed securely through third-party payment processors)

Information We Collect Automatically

• Usage Data: Information about how you use our website and online learning platform
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
• Learning Analytics: Course progress, assignment submissions, and participation in online activities

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Educational Services: To provide MBA courses, track academic progress, and facilitate learning
• Communication: To send important updates about your program, academic notifications, and administrative messages
• Improvement: To enhance our educational offerings and user experience
• Support: To provide technical and academic support services
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

With Your Consent

We will share personal information when you have given us explicit consent to do so.

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing educational services, including:

• Learning management system providers
• Payment processing services
• Email communication platforms
• Cloud storage and hosting services

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our students and staff.

Academic Partners

We may share academic information with accrediting bodies, industry partners for internships, and other educational institutions for transfer credit purposes.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption: All sensitive data is encrypted in transit and at rest
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Regular Audits: Periodic security assessments and updates
• Secure Infrastructure: Use of reputable cloud service providers with robust security measures

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have several rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Correction

You can access and update your personal information through your student portal or by contacting us directly.

Data Portability

You can request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.

Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to our legal and legitimate business requirements.

Communication Preferences

You can opt out of non-essential communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

7. Student Records and FERPA

As an educational institution, we comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), which protects the privacy of student education records. Under FERPA, you have the right to:

• Inspect and review your education records
• Request amendment of records you believe are inaccurate
• Control disclosure of your education records
• File complaints with the Department of Education

8. International Students and Data Transfers

If you are located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using our services, you consent to such transfers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will:

• Post the updated policy on our website
• Update the "Last Updated" date
• Send notification to registered users via email
• Provide prominent notice on our website

Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.