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MBA vs MSc

by Delayed_flight » Sat Dec 18, 2010 4:40 am
I am not sure if someone has already posted a similar topic, there I gave it a try. I am thinking whether I should get into MSc General Management or MBA. The pros and cons of both are clear, I am just wondering, if I get into MSc will it somehow impact my career? Is it possible to get to top positions with MSc while facing a competition from MBA hoders?
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by Psychodementia » Sun Dec 19, 2010 11:16 am
The part of the charm in an MBA is the title itself. An MBA signifies that you have a general management experience and are not a specialist. The connotation that an MSc gives is that you are a specialist.

The theory behind this is that over a period of time you will eventually reach a position of a general manager https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/General_manager (as opposed to functional management). At this position it is your cross-functional exposure in a global environment that will help your cause.

So net net I think the strong brand equity that an MBA carries in the business world will definitely be a plus point if you are looking at such a role in the long-term.

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by Delayed_flight » Mon Dec 20, 2010 12:03 am
Agree, but MSc in general management consists of 2 years, 1st year of which teaches general business knowledge and the 2nd one offers a specialization. Doesnt this somewhat equal you to MBA degree?
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by Psychodementia » Mon Dec 20, 2010 12:49 am
As I said it is a question of perception. Reality may or maynot be part of it :)

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by VB@123 » Mon Dec 20, 2010 1:50 am
Psychodementia wrote:As I said it is a question of perception. Reality may or maynot be part of it :)

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Hi Arun,

Its an out of context post .

Its good to see you on BTG . I constantly follow your posts on PG , and its great that you will be contributing with your immense knowledge on BTG as well.

I must congratulate you on the Great work that you are doing.

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