{"id":12976,"date":"2020-06-10T16:25:07","date_gmt":"2020-06-10T22:25:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/blog\/?p=12976"},"modified":"2020-07-10T13:44:26","modified_gmt":"2020-07-10T19:44:26","slug":"considerations-for-choosing-an-ms-vs-an-mba-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/blog\/considerations-for-choosing-an-ms-vs-an-mba-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Considerations for Choosing an MS vs. an MBA Program"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wondering how to climb the corporate ladder in the field of business? A return to the classroom may be worth exploring.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may have thought you were closing your books for good after completing a bachelor\u2019s degree, but with increasing job competition and an unstable economic climate, enrolling in a graduate program may help you stand out to employers from the crowd of job applicants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIn today\u2019s increasingly competitive job market, having just a bachelor\u2019s degree is no longer enough. Having a Master of Science (MS) degree can give you the specialized knowledge to stay competitive while also advancing in your field. It can make for an easier transition into more senior roles or allow for a career pivot, which in turn can increase your earning potential and job satisfaction,\u201d said Dan Spacher, MS Programs Assistant Director at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www8.gsb.columbia.edu\/programs\/?utm_source=petersons&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=ms-or-mba-blog-june-2020&amp;utm_content=custom\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Columbia Business School<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Columbia Business School offers both an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www8.gsb.columbia.edu\/programs\/master-of-science?utm_source=petersons&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=ms-or-mba-blog-june-2020&amp;utm_content=custom\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www8.gsb.columbia.edu\/programs\/mba\/?utm_source=petersons&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=ms-or-mba-blog-june-2020&amp;utm_content=custom\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MBA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> degree to provide students with the education needed to advance their careers. We asked Spacher to share the unique factors of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/graduate-schools\/columbia-university-graduate-school-of-business-000_10053336.aspx\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Columbia Business School<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019s MS program to help students make an informed decision about which business-focused graduate program may be right for them.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*This article is sponsored by Columbia Business School<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MS vs. MBA<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before enrolling in a graduate program, it\u2019s important to research the curriculum and course content to ensure it will align with your professional goals. Working towards a graduate degree will require substantial time and financial commitments. Make sure you\u2019re getting the best return on your investment by understanding the differences in each degree offered.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cAn MS degree offers a more specialized and focused area of study, while an MBA program offers more breadth in the curriculum. With an MS degree, you become a master or specialized expert in your selected area of study, whereas with an MBA, you become an expert in seeing the \u2018big picture\u2019 of an organization. When deciding between both programs, it is important to consider what your career goals are and what you hope to achieve when utilizing your degree post-graduation.\u201d\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spacher noted that the MS programs offered by Columbia Business School allow students the option to enroll in industry-specific programs, including <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www8.gsb.columbia.edu\/programs\/master-of-science\/financial-economics?utm_source=petersons&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=ms-or-mba-blog-june-2020&amp;utm_content=custom\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financial Economics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www8.gsb.columbia.edu\/programs\/master-of-science\/marketing-science?utm_source=petersons&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=ms-or-mba-blog-june-2020&amp;utm_content=custom\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marketing Science<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www8.gsb.columbia.edu\/programs\/master-of-science\/accounting-and-fundamental-analysis?utm_source=petersons&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=ms-or-mba-blog-june-2020&amp;utm_content=custom\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accounting and Fundamental Analysis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These programs are designed to give students a specialization within the business world \u2014 a unique trait of the program.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why enroll in an MS program?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI was looking for an MS in Marketing that would give me a technical foundation and a strong hands-on business exposure,\u201d said Sofia\u00a0Cattaneo, a graduate student earning an MS in Marketing Science from Columbia Business School.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an international student, Cattaneo found additional benefits of the MS program\u2014including a faster time frame for completion, smaller class sizes, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">an Optional Practical Training (OPT) extension <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">especially appealing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201c<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A couple of factors played a role in the decision to pursue an MS over an MBA. First, the program lasts only one year compared to the traditional MBA which spans two years. This meant I could gain most of the skills of an MBA student in half the time. At the same time, I would also differentiate myself from an MBA student thanks to the PhD component of the degree. Considering that each year nearly 200,000 students graduate with an MBA in the U.S., it is fundamental to find time-effective ways to stand out in such a large undifferentiated pool,\u201d she added.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cattaneo also noted how the MS program would prepare her to join \u201ca job market that was pivoting more and more towards data understanding and analysis.\u201d She explained how the decision to select a degree with a concentrated focus has enhanced her understanding of technical skills needed to gain a competitive advantage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThere are different ways in which the MS in Marketing Science is preparing me for my career. Technically, I gained extensive data analysis and programming skills, through code-heavy courses such as Machine Learning and Marketing Models, as well as market research and digital marketing skills. In terms of soft skills, teamwork is constantly stimulated through required group projects. On the business acumen side, management, problem solving, and planning are trained through case-based learning and company-sponsored consulting projects. Lastly, the possibility to work with real companies in-class and to attend weekly networking events out-of-class allows me to be constantly updated on the latest industry trends and opportunities.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who enrolls in an MS program?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Earning an MS degree can help students with limited professional experience carve out a career path or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/blog\/can-a-graduate-degree-help-me-make-a-career-transition\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">transition<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to a new field.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cAt Columbia Business School, our <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MS programs primarily attract two different audiences: early career students with zero to three years of experience and career switchers looking to specialize in a specific area. The majority of applicants we welcome join us with less than three years of experience, but with relevant internship or work experience and a clear goal of what they wish to pursue post-graduation,\u201d said Spacher.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultimately, the journey to obtaining a graduate degree needs to lead the student down the right path to further their career. While an MBA will provide a well-rounded, business-centric education, students will still receive some of the same technical skills through the coursework of an MS program.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cAn MS program can also be complementary to an MBA. For example, this year we have an MBA coming into the MS program in Marketing Science, and some MS graduates go on to earn a PhD, MBA, or Executive MBA once they are further along in their careers and want additional credentials.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cComing out of the [MS] program, you will gain transferable skills and become a better problem solver that employers look for in a job candidate. Additionally, it will allow students to stand out in a crowded marketplace with exposure to the world\u2019s largest and most successful companies. Finally, it will provide students with a lifelong alumni network and trusted brand that they will be able to leverage for their entire career. In today\u2019s competitive economic climate, a Columbia Business School MS degree will be the bridge towards advancement and acceleration in one\u2019s career.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Need help finding the right graduate program for you? Check out Peterson\u2019s <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/graduate-schools.aspx\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grad School search tool.<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wondering how to climb the corporate ladder in the field of business? A return to the classroom may be worth exploring. 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