Masters, what is it good for?

electrifice
Sun, 20 Jul 2008 03:22:29 +0000

Getting a masters is generally good in helping you get higher paying jobs… but I wouldn’t bank on it. Its not like you’re suddenly entitled to earn more. Experience trumps everything in industry.
The main reason for pursuing a master’s should be a valid interest in the subject. The other advantages, such as better pay and better career mobility, are like perks.
If you want to make more money, or make a more career oriented decision, then you could look into getting an alternate degree… go to med school or law school, for instance. Or, I would suggest getting a job and seeing how things go. That way you can even get your company to pay for your masters, and you can also decide whether you want to get more technical, or move into the business side of things.