I am interested in going back to school to get my Masters in Bussines. The school I received my BS degree at makes it easy for me to transition into the Masters Program? Is this wise or does it make a real difference to go to another school?
2006-08-01 12:28:54 · 6 answers · asked by dt 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I wouldn't. But it really depends on you and your field of study. Are you looking for to extend your perspective and knowledge, or are simply looking to complete the graduate program?
If you go through the same school, you may have the same staff as you did for your undergrad. How much more could they enlighten you? I would go to a different school and learn a different perspective, tap the knowledge of a new faculty, and in the end have two resources for networking and mentorship.
2006-08-01 12:36:58 · answer #1 · answered by truthyness 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It really does depend on your field and your goals for your career. If you were going into an academic career, that's definitely not a good idea. The reason is that it would indicate to potential employers in your academic field that you didn't have much exposure to ideas and methods outside your department, which is usually not a good thing. In business careers I think it matters much less, because it's more about the fact that you have the degree than where you got it, or under which school of thought you got it.
What you should do is go talk to the Director of Graduate Studies in your department at the school you're considering getting your Masters from. They'll have really good information about whether or not that's frowned upon in the field you want to go into. Just find out who that person is, and send them a very professional email requesting an appointment. Their job is to guide graduate students--both those who are already in their program, and those who are considering it--so they'll be honest with you if it's not a good idea.
2006-08-01 22:53:54 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that it makes any difference. I am presently going back for my Master's in Education. When chosing a college for your Master's degree look for
1. A school that has a good program for your area of study
2. Cost, I had to chose a state University because it was less expensive than a private college.
3. Convience, I had to chose a program that offered night classes because I work
What are your values, needs, priorities, along with a school that offers a reputable program for your area of study
2006-08-01 19:39:12 · answer #3 · answered by Barbara M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure; it shows continuity. Most schools will not hire you as a PhD if you got it there. I say do it.
I went back to my school 2-1/2 years after my BS. I was in a different college but at the same U. It was not the same and I left in just ten weeks. Be aware of that. If you want to recapture the fun and memories of your BS days, it won't happen. All those guys are gone. You have changed since then, as well. You are essentially a freshman taking very advanced classes...
2006-08-01 19:57:00 · answer #4 · answered by christopher s 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The school matters a lot. Especially if you come from an Ivy League school. If you are after your potential earnings post-masters, then try to get a top 10 B-school. Unless you undergraduate college was Harvard, you should pursue a top tier business school
2006-08-01 19:46:44 · answer #5 · answered by J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a master is a master and is better than a bachelors, where you get one does not matter, the point is that you will have one.
2006-08-01 19:36:41 · answer #6 · answered by kayrrie101 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋