I'm currently working on a masters degree that should help me in my profession in the long run. I'm also currently looking for work. Do you think telling employers about the degree (that I'm still working on) will help me or hurt me? Should I wait to tell them until I'm hired?
My concern is that employers will think my attention will be divided between working for them and studying.
The masters program is self paced, therefore it shouldn't interfere with work. I've taken 2 classes so far and have 10 more to go.
2007-01-06 10:30:54 · 6 answers · asked by steven 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
On the other hand telling employers might help me because they will see me as more knowledgeable and commited to my profession.
2007-01-06 10:32:19 · update #1
I think you should tell them. It gives the perception that you are self motivated and self improving. It partially qualifies you for positions that requires graduate degrees and gives you an edge over those with only a Bachelor's degree. The day I started my graduate work, I put it on my resume with my planned graduation date even though it was 2.5 years away at the time. This gave me an edge.
If the employer minds, you probably will not want to work for them over the long term as they here is a significant values mismatch there.
Lastly, you would hope that the potential employer would have a tuition reimbursement policy where they would help you pay for it.
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2007-01-06 12:36:51 · answer #1 · answered by cadelarge 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Telling would help you more believe it or not. Just be up front tell them that it's a self paced program so it should not interfere with your work schedule. They will want you more because you are going for your masters and committed to education and so on..
2007-01-06 11:15:23 · answer #2 · answered by Hot Mom 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Definitely take the internship!!!!!!!!!!!! I cannot stress that enough! I am an ECE major in college right now, looking for internships, and employers love to see that you already have experience in the industry. This does NOT mean experience using the electronics or work as an electrician. Electrical Engineers understand and develop the technology, where Electricians use, install, repair (not trying to be harsh or anything, there's obviously more to both). I would honestly say to take advantage of the internship, which will significantly pay off for you later. Even if it is unpaid!
2016-03-28 23:34:29 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it depends on what kind of job you're looking for. If you're looking for a job in the same field as you are pursuing your master's degree, then definitely tell them. They would see that you are comitted to the field. If it is in a professional field, I don't think you telling them will hurt you at all, more than likely the person hiring you has their master's degree and can remember when they were a grad student themselves. However if you're looking for a basic job like in a store or something, they may think you're overqualified or will think that you will leave once a "better" opportunity arises.
2007-01-06 10:47:52 · answer #4 · answered by careb0o 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would definately tell them - it is an asset to have an employee that is working to better him or herself and it will only be an asset to the employer in the long run if you are more educated - I would also include the fact that the program is self paced. It is admirable ....
2007-01-06 10:34:12 · answer #5 · answered by sydney 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would not tell them. it's really none of their business if you know it will not interfere in your work performance. and depending upon the job they may not want to hire you because they may suspect you will want more money right after your master. (heard of this happening)
2007-01-06 10:34:25 · answer #6 · answered by summer love 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋