5 Reasons Why I’m Not Pursuing an MBA Right Now
There are other paths to consider
Last year, I took a hard look at going back to school for a Masters in Business Administration (MBA). I visited several campuses and attended sample class sessions. I narrowed it down to the top three schools I would consider. I researched the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) and almost scheduled a test.
But then I paused, reconsidered, and filed my research away for another day. It didn’t feel like the best decision right now. Here are 5 reasons why:
1. Other Opportunities Are Put on hold
Why not get an MBA? First, there’s a cost. We all know graduate school is expensive. MBAs cost anywhere from $20,000 to over $100,000!
Graduate school is also a massive time commitment. I would have to take night classes after work. Group projects would bleed into the weekends.
Before you say “hustle”, consider all the other ways I could use my time:
- Build a side business
- Amp up my workout routine
- Commit to a deep meditation practice
- Volunteer to help lead local nonprofits
- Read 10x more books than any MBA program
