The Value of a MBA

According to a USA Today article, top three reasons why students pursue MBA degrees are increased career options, to develop management and technical skills and to increase earnings. All three of these factors played a role in my personal decision to pursue a MBA degree. Historically obtaining a MBA degree has increased career opportunities for graduates. MBA gradates enjoy “higher starting salaries, more and faster promotions, and the opportunity to work in high profile positions and industries” (Shelley, 1997). In the past MBA, gradua...