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| *Ostroff, Fair and Company>>>Financial Services |
I have taken some time out after my degree, do i need to do an MSc to get a good job? |
Hello all, Since graduating with a degree in `BA Geography` from the University of Leeds in 2004, i have taken some time out to see the world. I spent some time in the UK - getting basic office skills down. A year in Sri Lanka working as a Relief worker. A year in Tokyo, working as a business English teacher. I will be 24 this summer and am keen to start a career in London. If i arrive in London in September/November. Will i be able to get a good job (starting at the bottom of course, but with prospects)? What do you think my chances are? My other option is to do an Msc in `International economics and Finance` from a reputable UK University. Starting in September. This would be interesting, give me a year to find jobs, i could apply for graduate positions. Would it increase my chances of getting a decent job? (from a personal note i would rather work in London than be a student, as i think i could get more out of it. But being a student isnt bad). I recommend that you nail down first what your chosen occupation would be then find out if you need a Masters. There is no point flitting around between companies within industries going from a to b laterally. Jobs are defined by skillset and your position in the industry on the depth and demand for the role resulting in higher pay and better long term prospects. There are many dead end roles in industry which can be pitfalls. On my experience of searching for roles a masters is not a pre requisite unless you want to go into research on its a conversion course for industry. It seems like you have you are working hard and I would keep to that rhythm and try doing a part time Masters. Being a student has its limits where industry can offer more. Only do a Masters if you know it will help your career bceause there is nothing less frustrating than saddling a qualification that may hinder rather than help you. Quite frankly, theres that many jobs going in London I'd just pick one you fancy and give it a go. Unless you're doing something really specialised, don't bother with any more education. get some real world experience instead Goto: http://www.colombotown.com |
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