Getting an MBA can help you hone your skills and knowledge, prepare for a career pivot, and accelerate professional advancement. It can also expand your professional network by giving you access to expert faculty and alums. An MBA also gives you access to more senior roles with higher salaries. According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, the average starting salary for MBA grads is $20,000 a year more than those with an undergraduate business degree. The most recent Corporate Recruiters Survey from the Graduate Management Admission Council™ reports that a whopping 92 percent of corporate recruiters plan to hire MBA grads this year.

Getting an MBA can enhance your marketability and increase the quality and quantity of your job opportunities. Here are five compelling reasons to get your MBA from Virginia Tech.

1: NO PRIOR BUSINESS DEGREE IS REQUIRED

If you don't have an undergraduate business degree, the good news is that you don't need one in order to be eligible for admission. Many qualified MBA applicants have backgrounds in engineering, science, or other non-business disciplines. If you have a technical background, you can benefit from an MBA because it allows you to round out your knowledge and skills to increase your value to your current or future employer.

2: FLEXIBLE IN-PERSON AND ONLINE PROGRAM OPTIONS

Whether you choose the Evening or Online program option, you'll have access to Virginia Tech's top-rated faculty. The Evening MBA is offered in person, and part-time or full-time enrollment options are available. It will take approximately two to five years to complete the program, depending on your chosen enrollment option. As a full-time Evening MBA student, you can even benefit from a graduate assistantship which will allow you to have your tuition and fees covered if you work for the MBA program office.  An alternative to the in-person program is the part-time online program which takes 22 months to complete.

3: BUILD MEANINGFUL PROFESSIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Throughout the part-time Online MBA, you build professional relationships that last a lifetime. Attending the program allows you to work with diverse classmates from various backgrounds and industries. Your peers provide friendship, understanding, and support and can also connect you to exciting professional opportunities.

4:  CUSTOMIZABLE MBA CURRICULUM

By selecting elective courses, you have the flexibility to customize your plan of study. The ten optional areas of specialization available within the Evening MBA program have been developed to reflect Pamplin College of Business’ strategic pillars.. Each topic builds on Virginia Tech's significant expertise in areas like cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, and healthcare.

5: ACCESS TO AN ESTABLISHED MBA ALUMNI MENTORING PROGRAM

Enrolling in the MBA program at Virginia Tech also gives you access to a world-class alumni network. It can be challenging to break into a competitive industry or a top-ranked company. By leveraging our established alumni network, you'll have a distinct advantage in building relationships that will help you grow your professional career.

 

Isn't it time to consider enrolling in an MBA program that offers the flexibility, specialized curriculum, and exceptional faculty to propel you into the next phase of your career? Contact us today to request more information or register for an info session to learn more about our MBA program designed for working professionals.