What The Mba/Mkt Degree Means To Me

My mother taught me the value of education and goals of personal achievement. She proved many times that through advanced education new opportunities would become available with financial rewards. As an immunohematologist, continued education was not required to obtain a promotion or increase in salary. Instead, tenure was the basis of these rewards. It was during my first industry position when I started to understand my mother's teachings and why I must receive a master's degree.

While working as an International and Domestic Clinical Support Specialist, I found that I was passionate about marketing and business. My bachelor's degree in Medical Technology that initially opened many doors now began to limit my future options and salary potential. This was confirmed when I was told by my President that I needed an MBA and a sales background in order to be considered for an official product manager position that I had been unofficially filling for two years. The frustration from this denial gave me the final push I needed to make the necessary steps to move forward on my passion.

I decided to move in two phases so that I would not become overwhelmed. The first was to obtain a capital sales position, which I currently hold. Second was to begin my path towards obtaining the MBA/MKT degree. I chose University of Phoenix Online because of the need for a flexible schedule and an accredited program. So far, the promises that were made about the program have held true.

With both phases started, I am looking forward to the possibilities that wait once I complete this degree. I have reviewed the course descriptions for this MBA/MKT program and believe I will be given the tools and resources to become a well rounded, productive member of the medical manufacturing industry on a different level.

Originally, I my plan was to become a product manager. After speaking with various directors and vice presidents within this industry,

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