I got an apprenticeship after my 1 year program, thats how its done.

I graduated with a BSN in nursing and plan to get get my doctorate in nursing (DNP) with a focus in Emergency acute care. If things come together like I want them to (Which the hardly ever do) I would like to take a lead role at a resort or work at a local hospital near a resort.

"bachalors"

anthropology/archaeology.

and then I moved to Mammoth and now I make websites.

I thought about grad school.

But skiing.

SFB"bachalors"

it clearly wasn't in English

Graduating in Spring 2015 with degree in Geoscience from Boise State

I have heard that it is worth getting experince In the working world first before pursing a MBA because employors will be worried you will be wanting too high pay for an entry level position, but lacking the real world experience to warrant a higher position And thus not hiring you all together

no factual basis on that claim though, so take it with a grain of salt.

personally getting a bba right now and hoping to go to law school afterwards

accounting x2

Bs in civil engineering and for grad school i got a job.

Finance and Accounting. Never went to grad school.

Exercise science undergrad and applying at the physical therapy school in a few weeks. So pumped as that career has endless opportunity for location and job type

Rachyanthropology/archaeology.

and then I moved to Mammoth and now I make websites.

I thought about grad school.

But skiing.

How did you like your program? That's my major (and sociology) right now...

OG_locka MBA

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There are a lot of options for grad school, but why do you want to pursue a master's?

Associate's Degree.

Which actually played zero part in me getting my current job, and won't have any effect for a solid 10+ years.

I've taken a weird route. cog psych major to MFA in documentary film

Currently have a bachelors of social work and will probably head back and do a masters of social work in a few years.

Anthropology and a minor in German

Now I'm working 3 part time jobs and an internship....

nick21861Exercise science undergrad and applying at the physical therapy school in a few weeks. So pumped as that career has endless opportunity for location and job type

how was the exercise science undergrad? I'm a freshman and I'm thinking about going that same route and then doing physical therapy. Also what do you mean by job type?

cool_nameI have heard that it is worth getting experince In the working world first before pursing a MBA because employors will be worried you will be wanting too high pay for an entry level position, but lacking the real world experience to warrant a higher position And thus not hiring you all together

no factual basis on that claim though, so take it with a grain of salt.

personally getting a bba right now and hoping to go to law school afterwards

Most good grad schools will not even accept you if you haven't worked 2-3 years

nick21861Exercise science undergrad and applying at the physical therapy school in a few weeks. So pumped as that career has endless opportunity for location and job type

hell yeah dude, I'm a AT undergrad now I'm an SPT. Its an excellent combo. AT background springboards my PT education, and I can work a bit on the side as a LAT

Bam-Sakerhow was the exercise science undergrad? I'm a freshman and I'm thinking about going that same route and then doing physical therapy. Also what do you mean by job type?

Do it! Its a shit load of work, but its fun too. Do an undergrad that you can work in for a bit before going to PT, maybe earn some money and exp. My AT background allows me to work and learn at the same time - keeps me in the black during the year haha

- Undergrad: geoscience

- 1 year off working for gov't

- Grad: Textural analysis (geophys)

Graduating this semester with a BS in human biology.

After school i'll be designing, building and selling parts for GMC Typhoons and Syclones as well as some other vehicles. Along with doing custom builds for owners and managing the website for the shop. Was already doing this over the summer and am going to continue and maybe go to grad school someday who knows.

It's weird how life works out in completely different ways than you plan, but i'm not complaining, my love for cars is far greater and more enjoyable than doing what i was planning, even if it doesn't pay as well.

BS in psychology, masters in health sciences. I'm a physician assistant, looking to snag my first job.

I graduated with a Mechanical Engineering degree, but plan on pursuing an MBA when time allows.

Considering the fact that I'm a history major I'll probably attend grad school at home depot after a 2 year internship at burger king

hendriabhell yeah dude, I'm a AT undergrad now I'm an SPT. Its an excellent combo. AT background springboards my PT education, and I can work a bit on the side as a LAT

Do it! Its a shit load of work, but its fun too. Do an undergrad that you can work in for a bit before going to PT, maybe earn some money and exp. My AT background allows me to work and learn at the same time - keeps me in the black during the year haha

I might sound stupid for not knowing these but is AT athletic training? Also what is SPT and LAT? With an AT background are you working at a gym? or what kind of job are you working?

cool_nameI have heard that it is worth getting experince In the working world first before pursing a MBA because employors will be worried you will be wanting too high pay for an entry level position, but lacking the real world experience to warrant a higher position And thus not hiring you all together

no factual basis on that claim though, so take it with a grain of salt.

personally getting a bba right now and hoping to go to law school afterwards

Yeah you're completely right. MBAs aren't intended to be earned immediately after undergrad. Harvard and Stanfords MBA classes consist of less than 10% of students directly out of undergrad. The most valued candidates for admission to top MBA programs are consultants, I-Bankers, and military officers, who are among the most sought after for their practical leadership ability.

immasHow did you like your program? That's my major (and sociology) right now...

The program I did was more archaeology/physical anthropology based so my degree was a Bachelor of Science. Also, field school was incorporated into my degree program.

That being said, I loved the program. My 3 favorite classes outside of field school were medical anthropology, primatology, and forensics.

I may not be using my degree now, but it heavily influenced what I have done since and has encouraged me to keep studying language and really appreciate traveling. I'm in the midst of creating a project which is certainly influenced by what I did in college, so it's still likely that I'll have the opportunity to use my degree, just not in the way I initially planned.

I have a BBA (Bachelor's in Business Administration) with a double major in Operations Management and Management Information Systems. I have not pursued a Master's degree-- but if I do, it will be an MBA most likely.

Under grad was ChemE, now in my first year a PhD in nuclear engineering.

I agree with those who said work experience pre-MBA. I know it's like that in engineering too. Plus a lot of the time your company might pay for it, which is an awesome perk.

Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology, took a year off, applying to dental school in the summer.

Bam-Sakerhow was the exercise science undergrad? I'm a freshman and I'm thinking about going that same route and then doing physical therapy. Also what do you mean by job type?

I love my program now that all the basic classs are out of the way. I actuslly spent this summer taking gross anatomy with human cadavers learning anatomy head to toe, literally. It's super interesting. And as far as job type I meant there is a range of patients you can work with in different settings such as hospitals vs private practice and recovering athletes vs older patients

Bam-Sakerhow was the exercise science undergrad? I'm a freshman and I'm thinking about going that same route and then doing physical therapy. Also what do you mean by job type?

I love my program now that all the basic classs are out of the way. I actuslly spent this summer taking gross anatomy with human cadavers learning anatomy head to toe, literally. It's super interesting. And as far as job type I meant there is a range of patients you can work with in different settings such as hospitals vs private practice and recovering athletes vs older patients

Bam-SakerI might sound stupid for not knowing these but is AT athletic training? Also what is SPT and LAT? With an AT background are you working at a gym? or what kind of job are you working?

whoops apologies got a bit carried away with abbreviations haha. AT is athletic training, SPT is student paysical therapist, LAT is Licensed Athletic Trainer.

My AT background allows me to provide medical coverage at events (although I could also work at a gym doing performance enhancement or physician extender) - sort of like a blend between first responder and first aid, with additional duties of taping, injury assessment, bracing, concussion care, etc etc. Its a nice gig, very well paid for the intensity of work - i very commonly spend my whole day at work either hanging with kids or studying if no one gets hurt.

Dont pursue an MBA at least for a year or two out of school. Most respected programs require a few years of work to get in. Its not worth the debt of an MBA not to come out with a sub par mba job since your work experience is so low

You can do whatever you want - as long as you've got whatever specific prereqs a program or job wants, the degree barely matters.

Computer science BS -> programmer -> ski patrol -> Exercise Science MS -> Med School was my path

KravtZDont pursue an MBA at least for a year or two out of school. Most respected programs require a few years of work to get in. Its not worth the debt of an MBA not to come out with a sub par mba job since your work experience is so low

more important that that...although I agree.... you need to make sure the job you area you are going into is something you like and enjoy. It's all fine and dandy in college, but that can translate into a very different real world experience.

I'm not going to pretend like I know it all, but you have to enjoy what you do in life especially if its your source of income.

reBlockeYou can do whatever you want - as long as you've got whatever specific prereqs a program or job wants, the degree barely matters.

Computer science BS -> programmer -> ski patrol -> Exercise Science MS -> Med School was my path

I also 100% agree with this.

Undergrad degrees are worthless, but the unique opportunity is being surrounded by individuals who are the top of their game in the field you are studying.

College is a networking opportunity. Just as life... if you know the right people you will get hooked up!! Knowing your professors in college and keeping them as references/contacts is invaluable to getting started in the rat race.

hendriabwhoops apologies got a bit carried away with abbreviations haha. AT is athletic training, SPT is student paysical therapist, LAT is Licensed Athletic Trainer.

My AT background allows me to provide medical coverage at events (although I could also work at a gym doing performance enhancement or physician extender) - sort of like a blend between first responder and first aid, with additional duties of taping, injury assessment, bracing, concussion care, etc etc. Its a nice gig, very well paid for the intensity of work - i very commonly spend my whole day at work either hanging with kids or studying if no one gets hurt.

Ahh alright. That sounds like a pretty good gig to me

loopieI also 100% agree with this.

Undergrad degrees are worthless, but the unique opportunity is being surrounded by individuals who are the top of their game in the field you are studying.

College is a networking opportunity. Just as life... if you know the right people you will get hooked up!! Knowing your professors in college and keeping them as references/contacts is invaluable to getting started in the rat race.

i think it depends on the undergrad degree. A lot of jobs require a Bachelors in the field to allow you to sit for the licensing exam (I'm an AT, can't do it without undergrad - Accounting, teaching, are the same i believe?) My advice would be if you are planning on doing grad school, get an undergrad degree that you can use in your job - your pay rate is significantly improved.

B.S. in Forestry and another in Natural Resource Management

Hopefully starting a research based M.S. in fire ecology or forest science soon at University of Montana or Idaho. I want this so I can maybe live above the poverty line and not work at a technician level forever.

spruitmMost good grad schools will not even accept you if you haven't worked 2-3 years

are you stupid?

My undergrad is architecture(currently in).......and my masters will be architecture.......flawless program.

Caleb.Eare you stupid?

My undergrad is architecture(currently in).......and my masters will be architecture.......flawless program.

im assuming he means for a MBA or business degree. Obviously things like architecture (and AT) and other very specific grad programs (M.S. usually) allow you to cruise right in

RachyThe program I did was more archaeology/physical anthropology based so my degree was a Bachelor of Science. Also, field school was incorporated into my degree program.

That being said, I loved the program. My 3 favorite classes outside of field school were medical anthropology, primatology, and forensics.

I may not be using my degree now, but it heavily influenced what I have done since and has encouraged me to keep studying language and really appreciate traveling. I'm in the midst of creating a project which is certainly influenced by what I did in college, so it's still likely that I'll have the opportunity to use my degree, just not in the way I initially planned.

That makes me stoked to hear you followed what you liked I'm currently doing a biological/archaeology emphasis degree, so I'm excited to see how it pans out.

The MBA was created for people that DID NOT study business as their undergrad. So if you want to take the same courses again, go ahead and waste your time and money learning nothing. If your heart is set on getting an MBA you should wait AT LEAST 5 years so you can get some applicable experience that will enhance your MBA experience, which will make it worth while. (source: my marketing professor gave a speech on this topic earlier this week.)

hendriabim assuming he means for a MBA or business degree. Obviously things like architecture (and AT) and other very specific grad programs (M.S. usually) allow you to cruise right in

No architecture is completely different than other programs , its a B.Arch and then you go straight into a M.arch. Its just that simple, you then get shot out into a shitty inter job for 2 years and hopefully pass your ARE (basically a BAR for architects, and yes its just as hard.)and then you can potential start making the big bucks.......8 years after the fact of starting school......

But i have never heard of a grad school wanting you to have prior experience, thats why your going to grad school.

I always planned on going to get my PhD to teach. I spent a year teaching high school and realized it was not what I wanted to do with my life.

It's a scenario of knowing for absolutely certain why you want a graduate degree and what you're going to do with it, otherwise you're wasting money.

I must say it's quite nice being in my mid-twenties, debt free, and not having to live paycheck to paycheck. BUT...I don't have an MBA and I most certainly didn't get my PhD. It was the right decision for me though.

Caleb.ENo architecture is completely different than other programs , its a B.Arch and then you go straight into a M.arch. Its just that simple, you then get shot out into a shitty inter job for 2 years and hopefully pass your ARE (basically a BAR for architects, and yes its just as hard.)and then you can potential start making the big bucks.......8 years after the fact of starting school......

But i have never heard of a grad school wanting you to have prior experience, thats why your going to grad school.

Not so true, depends on the field. Grad school means so many different things to different fields.

It's beneficial to have real world business experience when going for an MBA. For things like PhD, MS, law school, etc it's different. But for MBA, while it may not be a requirement to have experience it's definitely an asset because it shows that you'll have perspective on your coursework.

Plus, as mentioned, MBAs are expensive. A company will often pay for you to go get one.

blondie.Not so true, depends on the field. Grad school means so many different things to different fields.

It's beneficial to have real world business experience when going for an MBA. For things like PhD, MS, law school, etc it's different. But for MBA, while it may not be a requirement to have experience it's definitely an asset because it shows that you'll have perspective on your coursework.

Plus, as mentioned, MBAs are expensive. A company will often pay for you to go get one.

true, iv found that if your Masters is getting paid for, your most likely working through the time while your taking classes, which is nice its getting paid for but usually takes double to triple the amount of time.Which is insane!