Should I get an MBA?

I am currently majoring in Business and Management Information Systems at a school with a relatively good rate of employment after graduation. I honestly want to own my own business some day and get into real estate, but I also understand I need work experience and money to do either of those, so I plan on working in my field for a few years to get started. I graduate next year, and my school offers an MBA program and I am considering going for it, but how much of an effect will that have on anything? It is supposed to be centered on ERP and technology, which is not exactly the area I want to go into, I am more into Organizational Psychology, HR, PR, and event planning. I know it looks impressive though. The program is limited to 35 students, so it will be tough to get into, but I think I might be able to do it. Should I consider it? How much can an MBA help me? Would a Masters in another field be better? Any suggestions help!

First, If you want to start your own business in the future, I recommend getting a job first in that industry (ex. real estate).

Second, rarely have I heard someone who regretted going through an MBA program. Depending on your undergrad curriculum, you may have learned a lot of what they teach you in b-school. But what you learn in b-school is more advanced and can help you develop your future business. Also, you will also meet good contacts who may help you in the future (as partners, buyers, & sellers). So, yes I recommend getting a MBA.

Third, I would apply to a program that is relevent to what you want to do in the future. If you are interested in real estate, a MBA program concentrating in ERP and technology may not be the best for you. I recommend applying to several (3-7) schools because chances are you will not make it into some. And if you are admitted in all, you have options.

Good luck and have a nice day.

Go straight for that ****! Either way you will need experiance and time in your respective field...you might as well get it while you have an MBA. I am in the same position, I took a year off to work but now it will be harder to go back. Report It

I would suggest to you, YES, get a graduate degree while you can. Once you step into grown-up world, the bills just start piling up, you get married, have kids, etc. You will NOT have any time to go back and get your degree, so do it NOW while you still can.
What to get your degree in? That's up to you, whatever makes you happy, in my opinion.
Cheers !

From the explanations you have given, your present school does not have what you want at the MBA level.I would advise that you major in that field that gives you the greatest joy.
I would also suggest that you start as soon as posible as delays might not go well for you in the long run(even though it would seem assuch in the short run.)
I wish you the very best.

Go for an MBA--it is one of the most versatile degrees that probably will enable you to choose between many job offers. Great degree!

yes it is lucrative job course