How important is personality versus college degree(& the college you graduated) to an employer looking to hire
606959
Unfortunately, the world is just not a fair place.  The person who graduated from a prestigious college with an advanced degree will always get the job.  I learned when I graduated that a bachelor's degree isn't worth the paper it's printed on when it comes to getting a job.  Less time and effort is expended by the employer if they hire someone with a master's or PhD. The worst from Harvard will always get paid more and get the better job than the person who graduated with honors from LCC (local community college).
1143000
Yes I have, they found my resume on the Internet, when I interviewed with them I had to take several test, the first test is to determine if you are qualified or should I say a good fit.  It's really a short version of the Myers and Briggs...the second test was like an aptitude test, if excepted you would then attend training, which would eventually lead you into your own practice so to speak...this is a good opportunity if you have a strong network...the training was paid...
160352
There have been many studies done showing the relationship between what people go to school for and what they end up choosing as a career.  It seems that after looking at many of the studies it seems that about half of the people actually end up in a career that has anything to do with thier degree.\n\nI went to school for architecture but now have a successful career in the IT/Software Development world.  The same goes for my boss who has a degree in bio engineering.  I am happy with my career because I enjoy creating.  Now I am not creating physical buildings, rather virtual ones in the software realm.\n\nThere are a few things that you should remember when entering college:\n\n1. The first thing you need to start to understand is how you learn.  Now is the first time that you will be on your own.  You no longer have your parents looking over your shoulder making sure you are keeping up with your studies.  I hate to break it to you, but you will never stop studying.  In most careers you will end up studying more than in college.\n\n2. College is your time to figure out what you like.  I am heavily against freshmen declaring thier major thier first year.  You should take your time and sign up for classes in a few major areas to find what you like.  At some colleges you can audit classes for free without signing up for them.  You won't receive a grade for the class but you will see if it peaks your interest.  I would not worry about declaring your major until at least your sophmore year.  I had to declare mine as soon as I entered college because architecture is a 5 year degree starting from the time you declare.  So weigh your options.\n\n3. When you first apply for most job in the real world what you actually majored in does not weigh heavily on the list of qualifications.  Rather most companies are looking to see that you completed your degree.  When I hire for our IT group I look for someone who is a good problem solver, is able to see the big picture and knows how to evaluate what else they need to learn.  If you find a career that you really like then you can always go back for a masters in that field.  Your classes from your BS Degree will count towards most Masters programs.\n\nSorry to be so wordy, but I wish I had someone that laid it out clearly before I started college.  Just remember that the true test is that you can stick with what you set out to do.  If you can master this then you will have no problems in life after college.
915633
I would talk to human resources of the potential employer and find out what THEY hold stock in.  While certification is fantastic and always job-specific... a general degree means that you took the extra time to learn the concepts from general courses first and then moving on into your field of interest and is often the better long-run resolution.  If you need a career TODAY I'd go with certification over degree, but if you are patient, ALWAYS go for the degree first and ALSO get certified after that.. but I'd honestly go with a degree.  \n\nThink about this : Let's say you get a good career with just certification and some hot upstart with an MBA comes in and knocks you out of your office because you don't have a degree.
365834
Depends on what your degree is in now a days, and it also depends on what job you want.  If you are trying to get a job that is overmanned then you aren't going to get in, but if there is a critical shortage in a field that you want you have a good chance of making it in.
181099
There are many who hold an MBA degree.  The degree usually means much more when it's from a top tiered school.  But it shows that the person with the MBA went through disciplined training in business.  So in a hiring situation, a person with MBA is a better candidate than one without.
89526
In a word, NO. Your college education should be well-rounded.  Even a 10-month course will give you some exposure to other subjects, people, interpersonal communication, etc.  You also get other invaluable things with going to college - making friends, making industry contacts, better career placement, etc.\n\nAs far as employers, your education is only part of the equation. You need some job experience and you need to get into interviews and ace them. You need a well-written resume and a professional presentation / demeanor.\n\nGood luck.
140193
depends on your career goals. not having one is a negative in many careers and it has been shown that college graduates earn better salaries than non grads.\n\nthe more educated you are the more options you have. Now having said that, my college education did not have any influence on my career as I was self employed mostly.
1033275
In all my years, working in sales and marketing, I would say neither of those things.  It's important that you have the skills and that's what your education is showing - great.\n\nWhat a corporation wants in an employee is someone who has a strong work ethic (punctual to work and with deadlines) someone who is easy to work with (someone who can come up with ideas and can follow directions like a team player, even when his idea isn't chosen).  \n\nFor Sales - you want to sell yourself.  That tells a boss that you will do a good job selling his product.  That you are likeable, people want to talk to you, can understand what you are saying and  you are polite and knowledgeable.  If your boss sees that in you at the interview, you could be lieing about the schooling and he would still hire you.
19634
Good question...The more and better education you get will help you get an entry-level job or a promotion.  However, most employers prefer experience.  Thus, I would say experience is more important, but education is very important to qualify for a job.  It also may be the reason why you get promoted when someone else does not.
574074
it's pretty important these days unless you are already established in a field and are the expert... companies will hire younger and younger to keep their costs down b/c they have no experience...plus you want to do everything you can to have an edge including any extra degrees, training etc.. to make yourself stand out.
929865
Less that that of a person with a Bachelor's degree, who's potential is less that that of a Master's etc. However, the truth is you determine your potential. How valuable of an asset you are to any company is determined by you - your work ethics, your drive, your determination. A degree gives you specialized knowledge in a specific field - but only you determine how to use that knowledge.
451679
This depends on a couple of factors.\n\nThe first factor is the person who is examining the degrees.  If he or she doesn't understand education, it probably won't make a difference.  If he or she does understand education, the reputable degree will be taken more seriously.\n\nThe second factor is the reason for the degree.  For a person who already has a job and is performing effectively, and needs to provide the company an excuse to keep her or him, or to give a raise, the online degree may be completely acceptable, since it's just a formality.  But, for a person who is looking for a job and needs to demonstrate serious study in a particular field, or just in general, the online degree may be worthless (so long as the first factor doesn't negate the meaning of the difference).
1013919
Yes, that is ok.  Many employers look at the fact that you have done a masters as the most important thing - it shows a level of maturity and capability, no matter what the subject area.  Choosing a new area of study shows a variety of interests and skills and a flexibility of thought processes.  Good luck with it.
220414
Well, from my experiences, pedigree (experience) is always stronger than any degree. There's are people with lots of knowledge, but are working mediocre jobs just to pay for the knowledge. It doesn't matter where you get your degree from, if you don't have the experience to back it up, 80% of the jobs will not even give you a chance. Sure, some people may prefer if you have a college degree, but if you know how to talk the talk, that "degree" is overlooked. \n\nThe question you should be asking is if you are getting the education from the courses you are taking. If you feel you learned something, then more power to you. If you feel that it's a waste of time, then pay up and leave it alone. This nation is nothing but a bunch of "B and C students" anyway.\n\nI won't worry about degrees, I worry about experience because degrees are papers with general knowledge while experience speaks volumes. So, if you are taking an online course, better get a job to match that degree while you are taking that course... or you'll be sorry!
1061815
Yes 100%.  Once upon a time, by having a degree it opened doors for you and you were one of the elite but nowadays there is so much competition, employers are choosy and having a degree doesn't always guarantee you a top job.  \n\nBut maybe because Graduates are slightly over confident and unrealistic after completing their degrees and then become depressed because they are not reaping the benefits straight away.  I mean why should you get that top job just because you have a degree? Do you have enough or real work  experience in the job you are going for? Have you proven yourself in that career/job to justify top wages?  The answers are probably no and employers will want someone that has good work experience, good results and performances as well as a sound academic background.  This doesn't mean that studying for a degree is a waste of time because what it proves to an employer is that you are academic, disciplined, methodical and have gained a vast amount of knowledge of a variety of subjects so you should have more advantage over someone who didn't do a degree.\n\nI know people that finished their degree only to work in fast food restuarants and temp jobs earning the minimum wage to make ends meet and get some work experience but eventually (after a year) landed high flying jobs with excellent wages and benefits. So the key here is patience is a virtue, everyone has to start at the bottom and if you work hard you will get there.
395565
It can open doors that have never been opened before. Your resume' is the first thing that a prospective employer sees. He judges whether or not he wants to grant an interview by what your resume' says about you. When he sees that you continued with your education, he sees someone who will go after more than just what's normal. Employers are looking for people who will go the extra mile and are go-getters. Limiting your education always limits your job choices, as well as your salary. Personal sacrifice is always involved when you want to expand your horizons. Anything worth having is worth working for. Now days, the job market is tight. You'll need all the help you can get to get where you want to go. I hope you have much success in your future. <*)))><