The Real Benefits of a College Degree
A college degree means a lot to employers
You’ve done everything right: You’ve come in early and stayed late, taken on extra work and beaten deadlines. And yet, you were still passed over for that coveted promotion. “What’s the deal?” you wonder. You’re experienced and committed, and you have proven that you’re an ideal candidate for the position.
Often, the only thing standing between you and the job you want is your education, or lack thereof. You can have decades of experience and still miss out on great job opportunities because you don’t have enough education. Some companies have clearly-defined requirements for each of their positions, and it’s not unusual for education to be at the top of the list. Many corporations won’t give management positions to anyone without a bachelor’s degree, and some business types won’t make it without a master’s of business administration, or MBA. Registered nurses who want administrative positions will need to get back to school and earn a bachelor’s of science in nursing, or BSN.
Having a college degree tells your current or prospective employer a lot. First, students gain a wealth of knowledge in school, and spending two or four years immersed in a program dedicated to your job field arms you with the knowledge you’ll need from day one on the job. Employers know that if you’ve got a degree, you won’t need as much training as those without one. A degree program also gives you a different perspective of the industry than that of someone without a diploma. Most programs cover theory in addition to practical application and generally offer a historical insight that someone might never gain with just on-the-job training.
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