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Stereokid
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14 Jan 2011, 5:21 pm

Hey guys, I need some advice and some exciting news. Firstly, I am going back to school to receive a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a special focus in Accounting and Finance. Now, I need to know, will this improve my chances of getting a better job, and what steps can I take to increase my chances of landing a better job after graduation so I don't get stuck in the same old catch-22 of having no job experience and being unable to obtain it in the first place, because, working at Market basket ain't gonna cut it if I want to live independently. Any suggestions?



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14 Jan 2011, 6:51 pm

It can help but you are going to need more than just a degree. You are going to have to get some experience in the field which means an internship is highly recommended.


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14 Jan 2011, 7:02 pm

Er, it helps to make connections with your professors, or try to get a mentor if your school offers a mentor program. Usually through career services or something. That's the way it happens at UB. I mean, if you can really link with your professor, perhaps they can help guide you or recommend something to you. I don't know if it's this way in business, but in Anthropology, you could actually do and internship with your professor as class credit. Gratz on getting back to school!