When I graduated with a Bachelors degree in Business Management, I could not get into the field I wanted to because of lack of experience (Logistics/Transportation Management).  I am about to graduate with my Masters in Business Adminstration and I got my CDL and became a truck driver over the past 2 years and I wanted to know if this was going to be enough to get into the management side of the field or should I be prepared to get more education?
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Should have enough to at least obtain a entry level management position in logistics. Do not expect to start at the top simply b/c you have an MBA. Experience will give you the desired rewards down the road.
112125
A lot of people who want to own their trucking business will become an owner operator. There are many places out there who will give a truck driver a chance to start being their own boss by becoming owner operators. Some websites will let you fill out an application and you can mark that you want to become an owner operator on the app and trucking companies who are giving out those opportunities will contact you with offers. http://www.bigrigjobs.com is a good one.
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Then you should go on to get at least your Masters.  In todays world you need all you can get, and that doesn't mean settling for a Bachelors.  You will make more money over time selling cars than you will doing anything related to your field.  I promise you that.  I wouldn't listen to your advisor, there are many things one can do to circumnavigate the world of getting into med schools.  Who is he/she to say you can't do something!!?  Email me and we'll talk, good luck, Jack
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Gee,is this only for new grads?  Oh well,going to answer anyway. I graduated a long time ago. I've accomplished a lot in my lifetime,but am just going back to college now to finish my degree. I felt that something was lacking in my life,and this is it. I need my masters degree to feel complete.
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All companies will treat you and your friend differently, regardless of what kind of degree.  They treat you differently because many of the headhunters are different, and each one has their own way of hiring.  Although your Masters may seem very attractive, a person with a Bachelors degree may seem attractive too if they have contacts at the company, they have very good references, if they have lots of experience, and so on.  Of course, you should apply to a company that you meet the requirements for.  It is important to establish a well rounded resume that states your accomplishments, experience,education and different skills.  Most companies do not go into depths of what department you majored in.  They do however like to check out your GPA or grades.  So, i guess my answer to your question is, you will always be treated differently, but not because of your degree.
77577
you need trucks, then you need a salesman to get you some places to pick up or deliver. being a ltl is probably the best to start. you will need a mechanic. you need to know all the cdl laws.
11475
I have a BBA in business management from Morehead St. University. It took me 4 1/2 years to get it because this school only offers some classes you need in the fall and others in the spring. So if you miss taking a certain class you need to graduate in the spring then you have to wait around until NEXT spring to take it and graduate!
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Before you get too tied up in the pure academics of management keep in mid that the best manager are leaders.  They inspire loyalty, motivate people and provide rewards out side of money.\n\nMy only reference is managing/leading people for 25 years while also having  BS, MA and MBA degrees.\n\nYou might think about interviewing or just talking to people you feel are leaders in your school, work, community, etc.
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My advice would be to get your MBA before you join the work force.  I received mine directly after getting my bachelors.  It was very easy, and has already paid for itself.  \n\nPeople who wait and get it while they are working have a difficult time.  I know a lot of people who are doing this, and they are having a tough time with it.  \n\nI'm so thankful to have gotten it out of the way.
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When you get out into the "real" world, and begin to develop a career, you will be starting from zero.  You will not have all of the subtle knowledge that involves your field of study until you actually get out there and practice it.  Rules change in the world over time, and your piece of paper, simply because you have one does not mean you will know more than someone who has no degree yet has worked in your field of study for many years.  A 4 year degree is not as prestigious as it used to be, if I were you I'd hang in there for a Masters.
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I can safely say that my MBA did help me a great deal with my career. My boss likes me because I am able to construct very comprehensive but easy to read reports. So, I use my grad degree. My college degree was a B.A. in History and it hasn't done anything. Only 40% of college grads end up working in their field. That is partly the fault of the students, and partly the fault of the colleges. If you graduate with a business degree and you don't have well developed Excel and quantitative business skills.... then you're going to be pretty worthless in most entry level positions. And that's the fault of the colleges. But if you go to college and you don't want to be "number cruncher", then guess what... 90% of the jobs are just that. Certain degrees like education, engineering, some of the applied sciences are very specific and will give you the foundation for doing the job in those fields. But, if you get a B.A. and go into business, then... of course your college degree won't mean anything, but that's probably because you didn't know what you wanted to be until after you graduated. If I had to do it over again, I would have been a mechanic, tile installer, or a plumber. They make more money than I do, and I have an MBA.
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I have a BA in Criminal Justice and my wife a BS in psycology with a masters in social work.  My degree has made very little difference in my life because I chose a path of self employment.  In her life it means everything for the work she does.\n\nHere is one thing I want to point out though; if you stop at a BA/BS degree the difference in career choices will be minor.  If you plan on a career in mental health or counseling you will need advanced degrees and licenses.  Good luck.
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I assume you mean semi-truck or freight truck drivers?\n\nNo particular person comes to mind at all.  I've seen a wide variety of people and met quite a few that have delivered freight to businesses I've been in.  I haven't met a bad one yet.\n\nYes, it's an honorable profession.  Truck drivers are responsible for moving the vast amount of products you & I use every day.  A lot of thing would grind to a hault if these men and women were not out there doing their jobs in professional and timely fashion.
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I would recommend you contact the NITL - the National Institute of Transport and Logistics. They are the top supply chain consultancy in the country and they run quite a number of training courses (including post-graduate degrees) each year. I'm sure they will also refer you to other consultancy groups or companies if you have more specific needs.
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If there were no truck drivers how would food get to the store? How would anything you buy anywhere get there? Truck driving is a hard job, you have to get a CDL license,hours on the road causes health problems, long hours, low pay,heavy lifting,and putting up with inconsiderate drivers to boot! And that's just the beginning of it...\nI appreciate truck drivers because I know how hard they work,how many hours they stay away from their families and they do it all so people can buy things!\nIf I see a trucker trying to come around a corner I make sure I stop so he has plenty of room which usually gets horns honking ... most of the time the trucker acknowledges you for it, so it's worth the honking.We should all be very considerate of our truckers.\nThey are a part of our everyday life more than people realize!
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Knowledge of business can be applied to any career.  If you're willing to get a masters, think about an MBA.  It would open up a lot more career opportunities in film and broadcasting. You'll also have a more competitive edge on your peers promotion wise. Goodluck!
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Any type of degree or certification improves your chances over those who don't have it.  An AA is also a good stepping stone to a Bachelor's...and sounds like it's a good short-term goal for you.  As an individual who has to hire people periodically, if an individual is over 25 and doesn't have a degree or certification of any sort, I put their resume aside.  I worked full time, had a full time job, and helped support a household and still managed to find time to improve myself with education.  So, I expect the same of those who will work for me.