Is it productive to get a MBA in the same field as my B.S?

Discussion in 'General Marketing' started by phiROSSophy, Jun 12, 2009.

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    I have a degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing. I am going to get an MBA, but I am unsure of my emphasis. I am considering Finance, Economics, and Marketing. To me, I know that there will be a gain from getting an MBA to employers no matter the field, however, will employers read my MBA like this:

    With a marketing MBA -

    "This guy has Marketing experience and an MBA, nice"

    With an Economics MBA -

    "This guy has backgrounds in Marketing and Economics, and a MBA, great!"


    Basically, will getting the Marketing MBA simply make it seem like I have more experience, or will getting the Economics MBA offer depth to my resume and be the more attractive option to employers?

    I know there are other factors to consider, like the knowledge side - obviously learning will making me a more refined employee which will make my long-term contributions greater depending on the emphasis, however, the actually getting the job part is something to ponder.
     
    phiROSSophy, Jun 12, 2009 IP