Is It Time for an MBA?

Many young people earn a bachelor’s degree they chose before they knew anything about the “real world.” They might have chosen a major based on “what I like” or “what I’m good at.” And we all know people who didn’t have any idea what to study, so they ended up majoring in what their parents or friends told them to study.

Then, post-graduation, you’re suddenly thrust into a demanding job—or worse, an undemanding job. And you start wondering if you should have spent some of your undergraduate years learning how the world actually works.

If you are at that moment in your career, pause and ask yourself:

• Do I want to really get involved with my profession?
• Am I eager to communicate a vision?
• Do I aspire to lead and get ahead of the pack?

If these questions spark a response in you, then start thinking about an MBA.

Beyond those people who graduated in a field without exciting employment prospects, others too may find an MBA inviting. These include students who have always had an eye on the business field as well as those trained in technical fields, such as engineering or information technology, who want to make the leap to management.

An MBA is an interdisciplinary professional degree that includes principles of accounting, finance, marketing, management, and other business skills. It’s a foundation that can help you start out on a career path, and having an MBA gives you options throughout your career.

Getting an MBA will change your life. If you see its appeal, start looking now for a program or school that can give you the networks, perspective, and skills you need.