Msc Agribusiness --> Trader Trainee ABCD ? & EU vs USA ?

Hey all,

what are your thoughts on Masters programs, especially Agribusiness, to land a traineeship in trading softs with an ABCD company?
I hold EU+US citizenships and am currently finishing my BBA in Europe. Now, I would like to work a couple of years in the US. My understanding is, if you want to work in the US you should get an US-degree.

... Or should I simply get a European one and save the money, hoping that someday they will send me to the US?

Hence, 1) should I get a Master in Agribusiness (or something else)? 2) Where should I get it? (EU/USA) and 3) what are the top programs?

Thanks for your input!

 

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Best Response

I'm a trader at an ABCD company and I just have a Bachelor's in Economics from a land grant midwestern University (read: non-target). In my opinion, a master's isn't really necessary for an entry-level trading/merchandising position. And frankly, once you get the role, your ability to perform and make money is more important than going back to school.

 

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