Tech IndustryFeb 3, 2021
IntelMu3ba1

MBA after MS

I currently have a masters in ECE from Carnegie Mellon University and with 4 years of experience. Started to realize that I am more inclined to the management aspect of tech. My question being: is it necessary to get an MBA degree to climb the management ladder in tech. Also, if I had to search for management positions in other companies, would an MBA degree help in transitioning and is it big value addition in terms of TC. Also, are part time MBAs considered as relevant as full time? #software #tech #career #mbacompensation #mba

Microsoft PMLead Feb 3, 2021

MBA is a useless degree.

Apple Kobra Kai Feb 4, 2021

Then why am I in FAANG, and you are not? πŸ˜‚

Facebook FANG4EVER Feb 7, 2021

MBA is a useless degree. Have worked, and managed, at multiple FANGs.

Intel Mu3ba1 OP Feb 3, 2021

Alright then, case closed.

Salesforce fishraptor Feb 3, 2021

Also with a CMU technology degree and a manager. No you do not. Many companies have parallel IC and Management tracks that bifurcates after a few years in the company. Have a chat with your manager about your interests and if he’s good and supportive they can plot a trajectory for you. Also contemplated an MBA earlier in my career. Decided against it. Didn’t matter.

Intel Mu3ba1 OP Feb 3, 2021

Thank you.

Oracle Xyzzyxyzzy Feb 3, 2021

Generally easy to get a manager position in your current job. Very hard to get hired outside as a manager if you don’t have exp. unless you try at smaller companies.