I have heard people say that getting a degree at University could actually make you less employable...?! Is this true? Won't you get a better job if you have a degree rather than just a national diploma?
Do you think it is worthwhile to go for a degree with honours, in fashion design?
2007-06-12 06:01:46 · 3 answers · asked by retro cupcake 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I think some people might say a degree makes you less employable if you become overqualified for some positions. Keep in mind though, that this isn't the case very often. University opens way more doors than it closes. You may find new areas you are interested in while studying for your main focus. Plus a degree can help you get a job in more fields than you'd think. Lots of employers are just looking for a degree to show you can do the work and a smart individual. So while you may be considered "overqualified" in a few situations, in the long run you are better off. (Not to say you can't do equally well through apprenticeships and the like, it's just a completely different approach)
2007-06-12 06:08:59 · answer #1 · answered by third_try_13 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless you are talking about PhDs, I've never heard of a case a degree hurting you. Occasionally, companies consider PhD holders to be over-qualified and having some personal traits that are unsuitable.
Usually, what happens is, even without having a degree, you CAN get into many of the fields. But, with a degree, it will be easier to get in. Once you are in, having a knowledge in the fields obtained by your degree process will help, but nothing says you can't do it on your own or have an equal experience in the field.
In the end, it is entirely up to you.
2007-06-12 06:11:01 · answer #2 · answered by tkquestion 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what you study if you're talking simply monetary value, because education is priceless for what it does to you mentally. I believe it was Benjamin Franklin who said ''genius without education, is like silver in the mine''.
But anyhow, a doctor or lawyer salary starts at around 105K $ in the US, its higher in some other countries. It averages around 200K per year once they've worked a while. Specialist doctors can make upwards of 500K per year even without having their own practice. So, if you want to talk about an investment with good returns, University definetely can pay. If you're just going to study English Literature or Psychology, you may want to consider the US Department of Labor's census they do every two years. Its available on their webpage and has lots of good information.
I'm trying to get in to med school personally, so, you see where I stand.
2007-06-12 06:13:35 · answer #3 · answered by Hans B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋