Business Schools: Escaping the Stigma of Being Too Old

By Stanley Rubenti
Career Colleges Columnist

In the world of business, recent college graduates often work for investment firms for two years before heading off to business school to earn their MBAs. Anyone not on this fast-track is deemed "too late" for the big race. Although this general sentiment is largely inaccurate, many professionals out there feel that transitioning to business schools 5, 10, or even 15 years after the fact is next to impossible. What will my family, coworkers, boss, or friends say if I enroll in business school at age 35?

Earning an MBA Online

Believe it or not, your family, coworkers, boss, and friends don't have to say anything. Thanks to elearning, no one has to know that you're going back to school. You can work towards an MBA online without anyone being the wiser. Even your classmates and professors don't have to know who you really are. Elearning provides you with total anonymity and privacy. Sign up today, push yourself for 18 to 24 months, and then surprise your family, coworkers, and friends with a hard-earned MBA secured entirely online.

Is Elearning Really Worth It?

In 2003, the International Data Corporation predicted that elearning (or web-based training) in the United States would total $18 billion (a national average of $6,000 per capita). So yes, elearning really is worth it. And it's not hard to see why. In addition to anonymity and privacy, elearning provides numerous other benefits that are worth mentioning.

It's easy and convenient. All you need is an Internet connection.
It's usually more affordable than traditional campus programs.
Elearning saves you time. You don't need to commute, and many programs have accelerated tracks. Earn your MBA online in as little as 18 months.

Don't let fear, age, or lack of time prevent you from realizing your business goals. By pursuing an MBA online, you'll be several steps closer to financial independence and career satisfaction.

About the Author
A freelance writer, Stanley Rubenti currently lives in Bangkok where he writes columns for a variety of publications. Stanley holds a B.A. in history.

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