Considering doing a Masters in Economics/Psychology Program in lieu of an MBA
Hi all, I have a background traditional finance background (IB, PE, VC etc.). I've been thinking of going back to get an MBA to help reset on job opportunities, as I'm not excited about staying down a more traditional finance path. Something I'm also interested in doing is pursuing a master's degree outside of finance at a school that has a top 5 MBA program.
My thought is I'd have the chance to try and network with folks from the business school as well as partake in on campus recruiting opportunities.
I know this isn't the same as being part of the MBA program, but do you think just being in the same proximity and trying to be aggressive networking and taking advantage of institutional resources is a strategy that makes sense especially given I'd have a similar background to an MBA student?
Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some insights regarding your situation:
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In summary, pursuing a master's degree in Economics or Psychology at a school with a top MBA program can be a viable strategy if you actively engage in networking and utilize the available resources. This approach can help you transition to new job opportunities and build a diverse professional network.
Sources: Don't Throw Away Your Shot - Networking with Senior Professionals as an MBA, Don't Throw Away Your Shot - Networking with Senior Professionals as an MBA, Some Thoughts on Networking, Am I Thinking About an MBA Wrong?, Some Thoughts on Networking
What are you trying to do? What is your intention in getting a masters in the first place? Is it only to reset for more job opportunities?
Have you researched what the ‘job opportunities’ you would want to recruit for are? Do you need a masters degree to place?
I think you might be looking for answers, while the key here is to make sure you’re asking yourself the right questions. My hypothesis is that there are other underlying reasons for why you want to pursue a masters that are unrelated to career ambition.
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