A Masters degree is usually a practical degree (or otherwise known as a "Professional" degree.) The Masters provides you with the tools to go out and do advanced work in the field of your degree. In...
I have a masters degree, it took me 3 years of post graduate study on a recognised course with a set syllabus. A PhD is usually 4 years of research into a subject which will add to the total...
The "Master of Ceremonies" @ pageants announce the contestants and tell about them while they are on stage. They also announce all the winners and the additional awards.