So I wanted find out how many people would say that a Masters is worth the time and effort. Not just for personal knowledge but financially/employment wise. I have met alot of people who dont have a masters and making decent $$$. I have also met some who make $$$$$ but it is not overwhelming but I must note that certain fields this is a must but in others it seems to come down to just networking. What are your personal observations?
september2004
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Posted by nov04LIbride That said, I think it also depends on the school and program. I have several friends who work at CA and did the Dowling MBA program. None of them were able to get higher paying jobs with the MBA. Friends of mine that did full time MBA programs at other schools were definitely given higher paying jobs. Some of my friends out of the Harvard or UPenn MBA programs are making well over $250,000 with no work experience. Would you get that out of less well-known or respected programs...probably not.
agree 100%
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For my profession (School Counselor) I needed an MS to even begin worknig in a school... so I think it totally depends on your career.
FH works with computers, and is fine with the BS, but has certifications from Microsoft, etc... appropiate to his field....
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Posted by september2004
Posted by nov04LIbride That said, I think it also depends on the school and program. I have several friends who work at CA and did the Dowling MBA program. None of them were able to get higher paying jobs with the MBA. Friends of mine that did full time MBA programs at other schools were definitely given higher paying jobs. Some of my friends out of the Harvard or UPenn MBA programs are making well over $250,000 with no work experience. Would you get that out of less well-known or respected programs...probably not.
agree 100%
I agree too.
Do NOT get a degree like an MBA at a second-rate school.
Like Suven, go to a top program. Or if you can't get in, start by taking non-degree courses, get A's in them, impress the H^&* out the profs, get great letters of rec, then re-apply
Diane
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I agree it depeneds on the field. Im a teacher, so having my masters raises my salary.
myasmom
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Thanks ladies for all of your advice. I do agree about the school name having the potential of being a plus but others have successfully done it without the name game. I probably will stick with the school I am going with. They are the most convenient for my needs right now. I just need to commit to a program and get it done. Knowing me I will probably end up working with the military in a civilian capacity.
Yeps it depends, you need a Masters if you are in education but other areas may find it useless.
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human resources is also an interest.
I have a Master's Degree in Human Resource Management. (I am also an SPHR)
Before going to grad school, I absolutely COULD NOT get a job in HR...
Not only did my MHRM get me into HR, it also got me a substantially higher salary than I had before. With the way I see businesses moving, it's going to get harder and harder to have a career in HR without the higher degrees AND certifications...
I agree. And add that you move up the ladder a lot faster with a Masters than without in HR.
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i am on my 2nd one now....b/c i decided i want somewhat of a career change but to be honest, a masters doesn't mean anythign really.....in alot of fields, some do require it but others are not that concerned with it and it isn't considered any more of an advantage than having done a good job!
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in alot of fields, some do require it but others are not that concerned with it and it isn't considered any more of an advantage than having done a good job!
Thats what I am seeing more of. People successful without it. But those who are tend to be in specific fields that need them. My dad said that in New York its all about who you know and its kinda scary but he may be right.
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Certainly true that it depends on the field. There are a number of jobs now you can't get without a Master Degree. A problem though is that people used to get a Master Degree and they were almost guaranteed a job, but its not true today.
