MBA Degrees Could Set You Apart From the Competition
October 15, 2008
By the My MBA Career Content Team – Find Top MBA Degree Programs
Investment bankers are looking for a career change to consulting, to aid financial firms which may be undergoing reorganization amid the current economic crisis, a report claims, which may be interesting news if you have an MBA degree or are looking to study for one.
Consultant employers will have more talent to choose from, Business Week reports, which may prove to you how an MBA degree can be a key requirement for those searching for the right person.
"From what I understand about the big financial firms, they do look for real previous banking experience, whereas we look for a variety of backgrounds and skill sets," Nikki Rath, the senior manager of campus recruiting and diversity initiatives at Booz & Co tells Business Week.
Such skills could be acquired by studying for an MBA degree, although Business Week notes that there are many qualities shared by bankers and consultants, including a strong personality, quantitative ability and analytical skills.
And although you may be worried about finding the right time to start an MBA degree, Jullie Harvard writes on her 1888Articles blog that if you are considering studying, now is the time to do it as new career opportunities will be available the earlier you sign up.
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