{"id":2106,"date":"2020-09-24T12:03:55","date_gmt":"2020-09-24T12:03:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/michaelleander.me\/?p=2106"},"modified":"2022-08-18T18:02:01","modified_gmt":"2022-08-18T18:02:01","slug":"prepare-for-your-graduate-degree-in-marketing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/michaelleander.me\/prepare-for-your-graduate-degree-in-marketing\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prepare for Your Graduate Degree in Marketing"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Graduate school is not a necessity for every business field, but in order to advance to the top tiers of a marketing career, you often need to have an MBA<\/a> or a similar graduate degree. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preparing for your program in the weeks and months ahead of time will allow you to get as much as possible out of your education. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The considerations below can help you get ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are a number of different ways to pay<\/a> for graduate school. You may be eligible for some federal loans. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also apply for private student loans<\/a> from traditional lenders, such as banks and credit unions, as well as from online lenders. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Private student loans might offer lower interest rates than federal ones if you have an excellent credit score. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some lenders offer private student loans without a cosigner<\/a> requirement. You can compare among lenders to find a student loan with lower interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your employer might also pay a portion of your tuition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What’s important is that you get all of this in place well before school starts. Once your classes start, you don’t want to have to worry about costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Know Your Path<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The more you know about what you want to do after you finish your degree, the more you can tailor your program for that. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, you can research the company you want to work for<\/a> and get a sense of what you should concentrate on in school. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of course, graduate school is all about being open to opportunities, and you should also be prepared to pivot along the way if it seems like the right move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do Some Reading<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You might wonder why you need to read before heading into a high-intensity graduate program, but books on leadership and problem-solving can help you get into the right mindset and start working on the skills you’ll need to succeed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’ve been out of school for a while or your undergraduate degree was not business-related, you might want to consider a short online business school course<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some are specifically designed to prepare you for an MBA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brush Up on Social Skills<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although the knowledge you’ll gain while seeking a graduate degree in marketing is invaluable, many people say the most important aspect of an MBA is the connections you make<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This includes not just connections with your professor, your classmates and the alumni network. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might have the opportunity to join professional organizations and to attend networking events, seminars and conferences. Groups like Toastmasters<\/a> can help you work on your communication and public speaking skills if you’re feeling rusty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Streamline Your Life<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is the time to automate as many bills as possible, learn how to batch cook and talk to your family and friends about how they can support you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Working to maintain a regular sleep and exercise routine<\/a> now, before classes start, can help you maintain it when you are in the thick of school stress. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You should also think about how to establish good boundaries, and this includes knowing when to set aside your schoolwork and take some down time. Burnout is a real danger otherwise and can keep you from making the most of your time in graduate school.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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