Is An MBA Worth Getting?

Are you thinking about getting an MBA, but wondering if an MBA is worth getting? You're not alone? It's an important question to answer. Getting an MBA is a huge investment, in terms of time, energy and money. Making sure you've done your due diligence is an important step when you're in the midst of the challenges associated with getting your MBA and, you're halfway done, and wondering if you made the right decision. It's in the those moments that you can go back to resources like this video, that helped you understand what you really want. Weight the pros and cons, go in with your eyes wide open and fully aware of your long term goals. Count the cost of getting your MBA, so after you've done it, you know that it was totally worth it!

In this video, Jenny Rae helps you navigate those questions. She got her MBA from Columbia Business School, mid-career. She explains when she didn't get it sponsored when she was a consultant at Bain, but opted to get it later. You'll appreciate her perspective and unbiased opinion.

[jaimesmith]

Thanks for creating this video.

I am wondering If I can get your thoughts on this:

- I have been working for over 10 years and have been feeling stuck in my career.
- During coffee chats, I was suggested to consider MBA or MS Computer Science (I don't have an undergrad in CS but saw there are some bridging programs out there for those who don't).

Wondering what do you think about MBA vs MS Computer Science?

- I think MS if usually for those who usually have around 2 years of work experience but may not be appropriate for those with more work experience.
- I think with MS CS one tends to become a software developer writing code. Pays well but just writing code.
- With MBA people usually tend to go into 3 buckets (consulting, IB/financial services & tech). My perception is that the work life balance of consulting/financial services isn't great and also getting there in mid 30s is tough but tech (product management seems to be the most popular role in tech post MBA, though the current tech economy isn't great with layoffs) seems more open with better work life balance.


Would love to hear your thoughts.

[mrmartywaring]

I believe it's worth getting if it aligns with your goals

[kungfu]

How about having around 8 years of experience as an engineer and then getting an Executive MBA from top 10 businesss school, will that help get into consulting?