3 Reasons Why You Should Further Your Education
Question:
Many of my colleagues are either getting a second degree or studying for a post-graduate qualification. I don’t want to simply jump onto the bandwagon of further education. Could you tell me how getting more papers to my name can help with my career?
Answer:
There are several reasons why further education can help with your career:
1. Gain Expertise
Going for another degree that’s relevant to your job is one of the ways for you to keep your skills up-to-date. This is especially true for non-academic specialisations such as IT or marketing, where skills may get redundant with time. By attaining a qualification in the niche you’re in, you show your employer that you’re now equipped with stronger skills to do your work better.
2. Position Yourself Well for a Promotion
Going for an MBA or management course helps you pick up people skills that can prove to be useful when you are promoted to a position where you need to manage a team. Your employer may also find favour in someone who is not afraid of picking up new knowledge and skills.
3. Gear Yourself up for a Career Change
If you’re uncertain about the prospect of your industry or your job function, getting yourself a qualification in another arena that you’re interested in means you’re crisis-proofing your career.
Besides going for degrees, which may take a longer time to achieve, you can also consider short-term professional courses that typically require only a few days to a few weeks of commitment.
