Are associates degrees okay or do you need a bachelors degree to get a good job? I want to be in the Hotel Management field but just don't think I can handle 4 years of college
2007-11-13 18:02:09 · 9 answers · asked by pinkpyro15 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Associates...it works for all other fields shouldn't be any different for hotel management...
2007-11-13 18:08:54 · answer #1 · answered by ✿❃❀❁✾ Stef ♐ ✿❃❀❁✾ 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
An associates will get you a job such as front desk clerk, front desk manager, or front office asst.
A bachelor's will get you jobs like front office manager, director of marketing, group sales, assistant GM -- with experience this can advance to a GM position.
A master's and considerable experience will be required for GM position at a top quality property but the bachelor's will be sufficient for most business class properties.
If you can't handle 4 years of college, why do you think you can handle 4 years of working -- college is much easier than working.
Generally speaking, any career that has the word "management" in it is going to require at least a bachelor's degree if not a master's. The reason is that there are plenty of people who want that job who have a bachelor's degree so I don't have to hire anyone without one. Fact is, there are plenty of people with a bachelor's degree who will to start at the front desk and work up -- I don't even need to hire a HS grad for front desk staff any longer.
Add re: "Not to discourage you but there are people w/ MA's that can not find a job and wash dishes."
actually, this is a myth perpetuated widely by people who don't have the ambition or motivation to get a master's. Less than 8% of the population has a master's degree and those who do enjoy an unemployment rate that is historically right around 1.5% -- everyone else hovers around 6% unemployment and significantly less pay. This is well supported by facts from the US Census - urban myth aside, the more education you get, the more money you make. 'nuf said. It's been that way forever and is going to stay that way.
2007-11-13 19:21:36 · answer #2 · answered by CoachT 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need a bachelors. In a day and age when everyone finishes 2 years of college, an associates degree doesn't say as much as it used to. A bachelors is really worth the extra income, opportunity and job security.
2007-11-13 18:04:42 · answer #3 · answered by BlueWorld 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The more education and better the degree, the better the job. Most employers see an associates degree as a stepping-stone to a bachelor's at least.
Buckle down and go for at least a bachelor's degree. If you're going to do it, do it right.
2007-11-13 18:06:02 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
If you can't handle four years of college you can't handle working a full time job in hotel management with lots of hours. Learn this and learn it quick: Nothing is life worth anything is easy. By the way a bachelors degree goes way further in life.
2007-11-13 18:06:41 · answer #5 · answered by baby ostrich head face 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
That probably is not a masters program anyway. Don't sweat it till you talk to a guidance councilor. Any time you get a masters over an AA you will make more $$. Not to discourage you but there are people w/ MA's that can not find a job and wash dishes. Do your homework before deciding on a degree. See if there is a need in what ever field you choose. If you can not decide on a major see a guidance councilor. There are tests they can give you to see what you would be good @ and like. I would recommend the book "What Color Is Your Parachute."
Lisa B
2007-11-13 18:08:55 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
you say you can't handle four years of college, but what are you basing that off of? college is nothing like highschool and there are different ones for whatever your needs and personality. there are also alternative college programs if you're interested (such as online or night classes). also, four years is not the average (most students take six years to finish now adays), it's very possible to finish in less particularly if you take summer courses. i would strongly advise college, but it isn't a guarantee to getting the job of your dreams.
2007-11-13 19:08:34 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry to break the news to you, but for a "good" job you need at least a master's or doctorate--even a bachelor's does not cut it anymore in today's market.
2007-11-14 05:17:49 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
College is not all work. It is an experience. Probably the best time of my life!! I say go for the Bachelors, just for the experience!
2007-11-13 18:05:48 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋