Do you think graduate school makes a big difference in terms of ones success in the workforce?

Answer 1

It opens up many more doors.. But there are so many jobs that you dont need a higher degree than a bachelors and a BS/BA is sufficient. It all depends on the filed you are in and what you want to do... More schooling cannot hurt you, it will only give you more knowledge!.... and more debt

Answer 2

It really depends on what field you are in....A master's in a teaching field can open opportunities to teach at a community college which raises your salary....but other fields not so much....my Dad has a masters degree in Computer Graphics and he still gets the same pay he did before he got his masters. So it all depends what field you are in. Much like when applying for college from High school...academics is just a small chunk of what they want from you.....they also expect activities, jobs, etc....Just as in the workplace where 2 years of experience often outweighs the extra 2 years of education...not always but most of the time.....it can never hurt to have a more defined education especially when it comes time to get that promotion....also note that some fields (such as counseling) require you to have a masters degree...

Answer 3

Attitude, I believe, makes a bigger difference.

A bad attitude, no matter how high ones educational attainment, can get in the way of success and fulfillment.

Also, self-initiative imports a lot of value towards success. How many corporate presidents (McDonald's, for example) started out at the bottom?

Graduate school CAN help, but it can also be a waste of time, energy, and money.

Answer 4

I know for my degree it matters a whole bunch, it is the difference between being hired or not. I am a military historian and as a bachelor degree carrying person it meant nothing, but as a masters and doctorate carrying I can get more jobs and most of the jobs are experience based but you can't get experience without having the advanced degree to get the job. Vicious circle yes, understandable yes, Get your degree and it will give you a broader view of your specific area on concentration.

Answer 5

No. I know several people who received master's degrees and are getting paid less and in lower positions that people with no grad school degree. On top of that, they have all that student loan debt to deal with. I think it's only worth it to go all the way for a Ph. D.

Answer 6

I have a Masters Degree in IT. The education I received was valuable and have no regrets pursuing it. However, the reality is in the working world is not WHAT you know but WHO you know! Networking is the key. Your boss doesnt care about diplomas but only you making him look good. You scratch his, he scratches yours. If you want to pursue an advanced degree--get a JD Degree (Law Degree). Lawyers run this country.

Answer 7

it definately does....ofcourse it also depends on your area of expertise........if graduate studies is not recquired in your line of work there is no point ....but the main thing is if not now it might be needed later on......my advise do adequate research and if possible get into the job market early ...experience along with a suitable degree you can move up the chain faster

Answer 8

No. Required skills and right attitude will do. However, when it's time for appraisal and promotion in the company, your academic qualification helps a lot!

Answer 9

Yes. It is a huge jump in salary.

Answer 10

Yes...it opens more doors and more opportunities for you. As well as better pay!!!$$$$$