Masters or Grad job?

Hi guys,

2025 grad from the University of Bath here, studying International Management with Spanish. I’ve been applying for graduate roles, primarily in the energy sector. I've figured that almost all companies there favour STEM graduates, which has meant i've been getting nothing besides an AC for phillips 66- which flopped. 

I have 8 months of experience in energy market analysis from Cepsa and an internship at Clarksons in shipbroking.

I’m wondering whether pursuing a master’s degree (in energy pref) might improve my prospects, or if I should continue focusing on finding roles with my current qualifications. 

Would appreciate any advice, cheers. 

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