bogus degree

bogus degree
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a qualification awarded by an organization of questionable or unrecognized standing, usually capitalizing on the naíveté of overseas students and the reputation of the education system of the host country. A bogus degree is normally offered by an organization with a similar sounding name to a university of good standing.

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