Is it worth getting a degree? There are many thoughts that can arise when asking yourself this question.
The truth is, earning a degree could mean the difference between choosing a career that you absolutely love or getting stuck with a job you don’t love as much. Plus, with online degrees as an option, you don’t have to spend tons of money. And, the courses are flexible enough to fit around your other priorities.
A degree could be your stepping stone to a life you love – here are six reasons why you should getting a post-secondary degree important:
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1. You’ll need a degree to get your dream career
Most careers require at least an associate degree if you want to qualify for an entry level position. And the majority will need you to have a bachelor’s degree or even a master’s.
You can sometimes substitute job experience for a degree, but the minimum requirement is often 7 – 10 years of experience. In some cases, all of your experience won’t count, leaving you high and dry if you don’t have a degree to back your qualifications.
2. You’ll need a degree to climb the career ladder
Even if you don’t always have to have a bachelor’s degree to get hired for lower level jobs, getting promoted to a higher level position without a degree is almost impossible
Loyalty matters, but strict hiring and promotion qualifications mean that your years at a company won’t count without a degree – if you want to get out of that entry level position, you will need to earn a degree.
3. You’ll gain valuable transferable skills along with your degree
Getting a degree does more than just qualify you for your dream job – it also gives you transferable skills which will come in handy if you ever decide to switch career.
Skills like interpersonal relations, critical thinking, problem solving, presentation, time management, team collaboration are all useful skills which hiring managers look for. They’re valuable if you want to become an entrepreneur, too.
Even if you’re not looking to switch careers, having the right transferable skills can help you get pay rises and promotions.
4. You’ll earn more money with a degree
This isn’t just a made-up fact: studies show that workers with a bachelor’s degree earn almost two times more than workers with no degree.
That’s not all. If you have a master’s degree, your rate of unemployment drops by half – while your average rate of earning doubles. So not only do you have a greater chance of being employed when you’re a master’s graduate, you’re also likely to earn more!
And a plus point of taking your degree at NAU Canada Online is that we only offer degrees which lead to the most in-demand careers.
5. You’ll be able to grow your professional network (and create future opportunities)
Ever heard the saying “it’s not what you know, it’s who you know”?
Turns out it’s surprisingly accurate: 30% of a company’s overall hires are folks who were recommended by an existing employee and a whopping 45% of hires are folks who are already part of the company in a different role. That’s why making connections with other students and professionals in your field is vital for your future career – it helps you create a professional network which can bring you opportunities for years to come.
And at NAU Canada Online, your professors have years of real-world experience in their fields, which will give your network the jumpstart it needs when you’re first starting out.
6. You’ll be able to explore your options – instead of diving straight into a career you might not like
You want to have a career you love…but you’re just not sure what that is yet.
And you’re not the only one: many folks start out choosing the career they think they should, which isn’t necessarily a career they feel passionate about. That’s why the average adult will have changed jobs 4 times by the age of 32, searching for a fulfilling career.
But that doesn’t have to be your story. By taking a degree, you’ll have the chance to explore multiple areas that interest you. At NAU Canada Online, you’ll be paired with an advisor as soon as you enroll who will help you map out your long-term goals and choose a career you love.
Ready to start studying online?
You can take the first step to getting your online undergraduate degree by filling out a Student Application for Admission here.
And if you’re still thinking things over, there are plenty of resources for you to look through on our blog/website.
Or you can also call us on 855.210.5641, we’ll be glad to answer your questions!
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