You have finished your undergraduate studies, acquired some working experience,and now you are contemplating the idea of advancing your studies and pursuing a Master’s degree. How do you decide if this is the right path for you? The decision of going back to school is a big one that involves a commitment of time, resources, energy and finances.
Before you arrive at a decision, have an honest conversation with yourself and ask yourself these essential questions:
1. Why are you pursuing a graduate programme?
Always start with the ‘why’ before you make any decision in your life. Take the time to sit down and visualise your thought process by using a journal to jot down your thoughts.
If you are only thinking of graduate school as a means to put off entering the workforce, this option is not going to help you. Once you have graduated, you will find yourself in the same conundrum....