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Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by sexdoll: 12:17pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
davewhizy: You're the MAN! This is exactly the type of mentality I want so many of our youths to adopt. But what do they do? They all rush to uni to get BSc. And then they come out only to discover that the BSc is a beautiful nonsense because it can no longer guarantee them the plum job they were expecting. And what do they do next? The fools rush back to school again to acquire MSc. Hahaha Fools. You ask some of them why they are doing masters and they proudly tell you they don't want to be at home staying idle. And I laugh. If you don't want to be idle and you want to be busy, then why don't you go and learn something that will at least make you productive to the larger society? I told my friend who is studying political science that instead of me paying for her masters, I'll use the money to send her to a good tailoring school. 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by Nobody: 12:17pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
vadeoba: You made Alot of sense sir, but then you also have to advise that if one wishes to go for business then he/she has t idolaters in certain courses not just anyone for example a lawyer planning on doing business can't just decide to do llm, that's a waste |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by Nobody: 12:19pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
davewhizy: No sir, schooling is an added advantage and gives you that edge.. Even the top billionaires were drop outs so it means they went to school and when their business became so successful that they could not manage they dropped out.. So let them go to school, whilst in school date Wil l determine their next action 1 Like |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by Nobody: 12:24pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
sexdoll: This is a very good point, my dear. Universities use be compelled to introduce vocational course department which all students must choose one to specialise in and it must be a core course to run all through your years in the uni In developed countries na Nigerians full pass more than even the citizens for masters this is be adjusted you are expected to have experience before d en considering masters. Most Nigerians don't have interest in what they mastered in, only as an "advantage"... This is just rubbish 1 Like |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by Nobody: 12:27pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
quentin06: My dear, our society isn't even helping matters the age they even pen as maximum is rubbish some 23,25 and then so for experience as well state masters in an added advantage Some people have no experience but once they have masters they are placed above others how in heaven can our society develop with this rubbish |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by Nackzy: 12:28pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
sexdoll:You have said it all bro 1 Like |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by Nobody: 12:30pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
geekybabe: My dear ask them.. Some ladies dint e en get married till years after graduating so why put your self development at a, stand still for search of a man |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by sexdoll: 12:35pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
nurshah: Total rawbishhh! When the fools mention the so called advantage, in my mind I can only laugh because I just can't see the advantage you have over me or anyone else just because you have more useless papers. Hahaha. Omo wahala dey o! |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by omoelerin1: 12:41pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
sexdoll:Who is more confused and hopeless between you and I? Someone who believes pursuing a Master's degree is wasting of money, time and energy. Aren't you aware you 're the most frustrated and hopeless being? Please, if you are not privileged to go beyond your first degree or you have been destined that should be how far you can go in your academic life, leave others who are moving forward alone and do not discourage those who wish to go further. They aren't responsible for your plights. 1 Like |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by Rodeoz(m): 12:44pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
geekybabe:I graduated at the age of 22....i served at 23...jobless at 24......fast approaching 25 now and I've applied to a University in Canada for my Masters Degree.....does that make any sense?.......plus i feel like the only graduate without any job experience. |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by sexdoll: 12:47pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
omoelerin1: Hahaha. Well I understand. Your type is the type of fools who are always busy doing nothing. God please don't make me develop a privileged fool mentality like this... |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by gentlegenius(m): 12:57pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
LaudableXX:I think you are the one that is giving a misleading advice here. Telling people to do masters degree to increase their chances of getting a job and getting promotion is a 19th century advice. Guy, WAKE UP! It seems you are the only one that hasn't noticed that the world has changed. Check around your area, and you'll see that those who are making cool cash every day are not master degree holders. So why should someone waste his time and money in school acquiring useless degrees? The worst part is that we are in Naija, where things are working upside down. Go to Lagos and you'll see many people with 1 or 2 master degrees roaming the streets while those with no degree at all are getting good jobs. Employers now are scared of employing master degree holders because they themselves don't have masters. For those 75% that had masters in that company you claimed, I can assure you that about 60% of them didn't get that job with their masters degree. They entered with their first degree and did their masters while working there. Nowadays, masters degree is only useful for those who already have a job and are seeking promotion, and also for those who want to become lecturers like the Op said. For those who want to hunt for good jobs, instead of pursuing masters, use that money and time to develop yourself, upgrade your skills and get a professional certification. This are the things good companies are looking for, not higher degrees. I have an oil company in my area that I have not been able to get a job. Do you know why? It's because each time they recruit, the highest qualification they need is National Diploma(ND), and I already have a first degree. There are people with Masters in my area, who happens to teach in secondary schools. Do you think this company doesn't know what they are doing by not employing those with HND, BSC and masters? Many other oil companies are doing the same, and they are the well paying companies that you think those with Masters should work with. What about the banks? How many of those with masters are getting jobs in banks? Enter any bank around you and ask the staffs about their qualifications. If you ask up to 15 bankers, 13 out of 15 will tell you they have no masters. This is the reality in this country. So, as much as I know, those who are pursuing masters degree with little or no job experience are seriously reducing their chances of getting good jobs. I personally don't believe too much in jobs, because none of the richest people in the world is an employee. If I have money to do masters degree, I will simply put that money in a good investment. This is the surest way to make money in this 21st century. Once again, I urge you to WAKE UP! 4 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by Ugosample(m): 12:57pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
Pursuing a masters degree for the right reasons is the best thing you can do Re examine your priorities |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by geekybabe(f): 1:01pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
Rodeoz: Please do go for your masters degree. I started my masters at age 25 though I graduated at 21. In my own case I worked for like 18months b4 quitting to go for a masters. If you have a foreign admission abroad and you have funds, go for dat masters. The grass is not always greener abroad, but believe me the exposure and the added advantages are many. If you are gonna do a masters then make sure it's worth it. 2 Likes |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by DemmieCentric(m): 1:09pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
I usually dont post on this platform but after reading through the comments i think i have to do this. There is absolutely nothing wrong with getting any level of education . But the only issue i have is i see a lot of people linking getting Masters to only getting good Jobs or getting promoted which is where i have an issue. Getting educated in the first place shouldnt be just for you to look for Jobs but for you to solve societal and intellectual problems in the society. if we have more people who are more apt to creating jobs then there will be less unemployment . But amazinly, you will see Master degree and Phd holders in Nigeria submitting CVs for employment in a company run by someone even less qualified than they are. so the issue is this. Get educated and use it to create more efficient and better organised companies. Most of the Chinese people taking over the Nigerian market are not even half as educated as we are. Think. 1 Like |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by Rubbiish(m): 1:36pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
Missdemeanor:@bold u are very funny...lol It isn't compulsory u must use it, some people end up not using their first degree Especially those into business |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by Rodeoz(m): 2:14pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
geekybabe:Thanks a lot. You have no idea how much you've lifted my soul right now. 2 Likes |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by Nobody: 2:23pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
efesodje: And where will the work experience come from? from firms who refused to hire, right? |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by Nobody: 2:30pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
nurshah: this is not always the cash, for an entry level job masters makes no difference unless the employer just wants to screen applicants. i would however advice anyone who has been graduated for more than 3 yrs to go for it, but the lack of masters shouldnt affect ones destiny, many billionaires in the world dont have it. |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by Nobody: 2:45pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
What the OP has said is true. Though I have my masters in Civil Engineering from the U. S. Time and money is very important. So is experience especially in a practical field like engineering. How do you get practical experience when you lock yourself up in a classroom. Masters is good in that it makes you specialized and broadens your horizon. But in the end, it's just another academic exercise that shows dedication to your field. People eventually get employed based on their character and experience. You should always think about it critically before leaving a very well paying job or prospective career for masters especially in Nigeria where such are hard to come by. In the end though, everyone is running their own journey and I'd pick a Masters in engineering degree holder over just B. S everytime maybe because I understand its value. 1 Like |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by Rodeoz(m): 2:52pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by Samcent: 4:03pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
Well let me add my 2 cents. Going for a masters with the sole aim of increasing one's chances of getting a job is not advisable except for lecturing jobs and professional programs . I made that mistake and it's arguably one of the biggest mistake I have made so far in life. My present job and the ones before it, none required a masters degree for employment. Work experience and skill acquired count far more than a masters degree. I am already in the process of acquiring skills which I intend to deploy for extra income. Masters degree in itself is not bad, but in present day Nigeria more persons are wondering, who masters epp? 1 Like |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by LaudableXX: 5:05pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
gentlegenius:Oga, do not allow ignorance to be your downfall. Not everybody can be an entrepreneur. Some will still be employees, working for various companies. In fact, people believe the experience obtained while working for various firms, is usually quite useful when you decide to set up your own business outfit. I doubt very strongly if you have ever conducted a survey in any bank to determine if their staff have a Masters' degree or not. You will be surprised to see that many of them do. You even said: "Employers now are scared of employing master degree holders because they themselves don't have masters." Oga, stop lying. Unless the members on the interview panel or the employer, inform you that they do not have a Masters' degree, how would you know? With the competition in the workplace, most people are scared of applying for a sabbatical, to leave their firms and go for a full-time Masters' degree, because they are not sure they will be re-absorbed into the company or that their jobs will still be there, when they get back. So it is better to get that Masters' degree, before joining paid employment. And unless you have a very sympathetic and understanding boss, taking time off for lectures and exams while studying part-time, can be quite difficult. As for my colleagues in the telecom company, sorry to disappoint you but two-thirds of them got their Masters degree, before joining the firm. Finally, trying to judge everyone from your faulty perspective is highly flawed. I do not know the last time you spoke to any top HR person in a well structured corporate organisation, but if you think a BA or BSc is the only thing a graduate needs to get ahead in the business world, you are indeed, a joker. 2 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by onlyme07(m): 5:25pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
rhymz: My brother,you mentioned FUTO,do you know its one of those IVY uni in Nigeria.? We have lots of them around,just the few names I mentioned doesn't mean they are the only Uni recognised. If I mention some Uni for ,you will wonder if they ever existed. I am not castigating those schools,just that employers see them as not too good or grounded on their field whic has been proven wrong. You graduatee at that age,because your school calender was good. Let people from Eksu tell you what they go through in the hands of internal strike. |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by tsmat(m): 6:00pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
femi4:can you pls explain your point better |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by femi4: 6:11pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
tsmat:The basic reason for Msc is to change career path or seek more knowledge in a career that you have passion for |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by tsmat(m): 6:42pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
femi4:thanks |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by gentlegenius(m): 7:05pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
LaudableXX:Sorry for bothering you... It was a complete waste of time trying to reason with you. I can see you believe so much in master degree paper. Pls when going for your masters try to get at least 2 masters degree to get an advantage over those who had just one. Let me remain with my ignorance and my first degree. Once again, I am sorry for replying you. 2 Likes |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by Belovedbabs11: 9:59pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
You wanna have a 2-year experience before you run your masters? Good! But are you gonna employ yourself or what gives you the assurance you gonna grab any job out there even in the next 2 years? Don't be shocked if you plan to work first and after five years you haven't got any job. So, you lose "double" - no job/experience, no second degree. The best thing you have gotta do is sit yourself down, map out your plans. You might even not use the the masters degree, but it's not gonna be a waste. It's highly probable that an average person will regret not running their masters ASAP than regret doing it earlier. Just follow your heart. 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by LaudableXX: 10:50pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
gentlegenius:
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Re: Think Twice Before Going For Masters Degree (m.sc) - Vincent Adeoba by LaudableXX: 10:52pm On Feb 23, 2018 |
Belovedbabs11: May the wisdom God gave to you, never diminish! 1 Like |
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