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Does age matter to get an MBA?

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by mastertone_tech 2 views

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I am 46 years old and have 7+ years of technical experience in the network/telecommunications field. Since 1993 I have been working in the electronics/computing field and I am constantly in the pursuit of training and staying current in order to keep myself marketable.

Based on the new reality, professionals with a combination of technical and managerial skills and training are becoming more desireable than professionals with just technical skills.

I have been looking for an MBA program in several schools. But before enrolling I would like to know if, with 46 years of age, I am still in the game to do it.

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by tig2

Once won, you will want to reflect management experience in your resume to insure that potential employers see that you have that background in addition to your technical skill set. If you aren't looking to change employers, I would be certain to chat with your line manager to insure that he is aware that you have set your goals in this direction.

The very best of luck to you!

by mastertone_tech

I thank you very much for your reply and kind offer to talk to my manager. I actually, however, have done some projects which provided me with a reliving management task. I most certainly emphasize these experiences in my resume.

I was mostly concerned with the time and effort I will be investing towards my MBA as productive and relevant. Your response, along with some others, has been very helpful to take that cloud of doubt from over my head.

Hope you had a great time with your loved ones during the holidays. Happy 2008!

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