I recently decided to go back to school to earn a degree in a field that I TRULY have an interest in. I have a BS and a MPA, both of which helped me to some dgree in my lifein public service. I recently retired (at 40) and I'm looking to start a new career. I started another Grad program but I'm being told by some people that I should not waste my time, rather go for the Ph. D. Are two Master's a waste of time?
2006-10-15 04:48:30 · 6 answers · asked by D 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
personal experience here: go for the PhD if you can, anf if you know that you are really interested in the subject.
I have 2 master's, and now i start again to finally get my PhD. getting a second master's has been a huge waste of time for me and to be honnest, one or 2 masters really doesnt make all that much of a difference...
so, dont waste time, go for the PhD!!
2006-10-15 08:51:08 · answer #1 · answered by lechatnoir 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No education is a waste of time.
I got my MBA at age 44 and my PhD at 48.
The only reason to get a PhD is because you can't not do it. You have to love the field and be driven to do research. If you aren't -- then you are wasting everyone's time & you should get another master's degree. If you are -- then you have to do it.
2006-10-15 14:47:05 · answer #2 · answered by Ranto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on the field. If you're trying to get a master's in astronomy, for example, unless you want to teach community college, don't waste your time - you can't get a job without a Ph.D. You might want to ask around and see what your job prospects are with the masters before you make up your mind.
2006-10-15 12:15:53 · answer #3 · answered by eri 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have the time, the money, and the tolerance for B.S..; go for the PhD. I have an MBA and I could only wish of going back to get my PhD. Good luck !
2006-10-15 11:51:06 · answer #4 · answered by Texas M.B.A. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To add value to your career, do PhD...
To add more pleasure to retired life, go for second MS. But, after doing that u may still think what next?!
2006-10-15 11:59:18 · answer #5 · answered by Jasee J 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hi
Im in the same boat. Go for the PhD.
2006-10-15 11:54:48 · answer #6 · answered by MsBeautyLuck 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋