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For this interesting article on Forbes.com. The article was written by COL (ret) David Sutherland and compares MBA graduates with the lessons taught to NCOs.
So are MBAs still worth all the time and money or should NCOs that are transitioning out of the service do a better job to show they not only have the same skills as a recent MBA graduate but has practiced those skills in some of the toughest proving grounds.
This article is by Col. David Sutherland (Ret.), who commanded a combat brigade in Iraq, has served as special assistant to the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and is co-founder and chairman of...
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<p>SGT Keen, I completely agree with this article . . . an experienced NCO is every bit as good a manager as a freshly minted MBA, probably better,</p><p> <strong>BUT</strong></p><p>Most of the companies looking to hire an MBA <strong><u>require</u></strong> that degree to even consider you. My recommendation is to get the MBA so you get the interview than blow them away with your level of experience. I have multiple degrees, including an MBA that I earned as a SSG, and I am working on a second masters (yes, TA and Post 9/11 GI Bill are nice). Why do I keep taking courses? Because the pieces of paper with fancy water marks and seals get you in the door; what you do when you get on the other side is up to you. And remember, ALL knowledge is useful.</p>
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COL Vincent Stoneking
Absolutely on point, CPT McCormick!
It is also important to remember that most hiring managers "speak civilian." They know WHAT an MBA is. They have no concept of what all that military-sounding stuff means.
It doesn't matter that you can do the job if you can't get the offer....
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I just got my MAFM (Masters in Accounting and Financial Management) for FREE thanks to GI Bill and tuition assistance.
Based on my Experience as a federal employee and U.S. Army Reservist, I am 100% certain that an MBA will give you a competitive advantage over the average citizen and veterans (especially if it is FREE).
My advice is to select an MBA based on the curriculum that haves classes that will give you an edge in the career field that you are seeking and list those classes in your resume.
I have known people that get “BS” MBA to check the block with a bunch of worthless classes. For those I will say that it is a waste of time and money
Based on my Experience as a federal employee and U.S. Army Reservist, I am 100% certain that an MBA will give you a competitive advantage over the average citizen and veterans (especially if it is FREE).
My advice is to select an MBA based on the curriculum that haves classes that will give you an edge in the career field that you are seeking and list those classes in your resume.
I have known people that get “BS” MBA to check the block with a bunch of worthless classes. For those I will say that it is a waste of time and money
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Have to go with the CPT on this one. The advantage is that the real world experience will do you in good stead when going through the classes. There are things that you will be exposed to while achieving your MBA that will finish filling in holes in your knowledge. Additionally, the number of "Ah Ha!!!" moments I've had while sitting in class going over theory and relating it to practice as an NCO/Warrant has been amazing.<div><br></div>
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