When it comes to global development, an advanced degree is no longer just a bonus but is, in most cases, a requirement for the job. The demand for specialized skills and knowledge is impacting hiring decisions in global development and, as a result, many professionals from the sector are considering going back to school to get the qualifications that could advance their career.
Increasing interest in the sector means that more schools are offering courses and degrees related to global development, but with so many to choose from it can be difficult to know which type of degree will fulfill your educational and professional goals. That’s why, earlier this year, Devex spoke with recruiters and professionals from the development community to find out their perceptions of the top degrees. In this exclusive webinar, Alan Robbins, partner and head of global partnerships with Devex, shares insights from our study of over 1,500 graduate degree holders.
“If you are considering getting a degree, the data from people that have it suggests it’s a good idea,” he shared. “91 percent of the people that we surveyed think their degree is worth the investment of time and money. And 82 percent feel that their postgraduate degree was essential in advancing their development career,” he added and “they feel that beyond the time and money it was critical to what they are doing today.”
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