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8/5/2014 1:07 PM

	Brandon
5 posts

MBA or MIS

Greetings! I'm a Business Systems Analyst working in the Higher Ed industry. One of the nice perks of this industry is that I get steep discounts on degrees, so I'm planning on getting my Masters on the side. My question: My college provides both an MBA and a Masters in Management Information Systems. Which do you feel would benefit me more professionally? All other things being equal, which degree would you prefer your employee to have?

8/5/2014 4:29 PM

	Chris Adams
323 posts

Re: MBA or MIS

Brandon,

Many MBAs are offered with a couple of different focus paths that you can choose from that allow you to do a deeper dive within those areas. These can range from accounting, to finance, or even MIS or similar focus. Check out if your school offers the ability to pick a focus. An MBA with and MIS style focus would be ideal!

Chris Adams
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8/6/2014 5:03 AM

	Brandon
5 posts

Re: MBA or MIS

Thanks Chris! I looked deeper into the MBA program and they do offer an MIS specialization. I believe that's the route I will take. Thank you again for the tip!