Let's discuss the merits of obtaining an MBA vs. an MA. I know an MBA gives the appearance of a more rounded potential candidate. But on the other hand, an MA is 20 credits less and would allow me to focus on the area of study that want, and not get bogged down with all the other general business courses that I took in undergrad.
From what I've heard, the combination of a CPA and an MBA is quite potent in the business world. Tho in my case, I need a break from 17 straight years of school :D
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The MBA programs I've looked at are willing to waive about 15 semester hours if you enter with an undergraduate business major. This makes the time required to complete an MBA about the same as an MA for an undergraduate business alumnus.
Look into whatever MBA programs interest you to see if they offer such waivers also. Keep in mind that an undergraduate business degree is not needed for entrance to most MBA programs. Many managers in non-finance industries worked their way up from the technical line, so they won't necessarily have any formal business education and may well be using the MBA as a way to learn about the business side of their industry as they climb the corporate ladder.
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