Beginning your own business is an empowering step towards making your dreams a reality. Simply said, you do not need to have a master’s to begin working toward your future professional objectives. Enrolling in grad school will give you stronger knowledge that will only benefit your journey, especially by having a focused field.

And this field does not have to be a master’s in business, as you may want to grow your own roots in the field of education, psychology, art, etc.  

Finding a grad school that fits your lifestyle is dependent on your current financial, personal, and professional situation.

Many entrepreneurs continue to work fulltime while pursuing their master’s, so do your research and find the right program for you. Do you want to pursue your master’s part-time or full-time? Online program, in-person program, or a hybrid?  

Once enrolled, you will obtain knowledge that can instantly be applied outside of the classroom. Also, dependent on the program you enroll in, hands-on experience is integrated into the curriculum.

Gaining professional feedback and guidance is invaluable and will only add to your business ventures. You’ll learn from professionals, in your field of choice, many who are actively working and choose to teach on the side.  

Before beginning any program, consider your long-term and professional objectives. Not every master’s program is the same.

Graduate-level work is far more involved than undergraduate work, which you will learn hands-on and in-person as opposed to the undergrad route of textbooks and essays. The majority of programs now include a residency or internship requirement during your schooling. Instead of completing regular courses in a classroom, you’ll spend a year working in the field and documenting your experiences.

As you continue building your business, you will have strong resources, knowledge and a network to support your endless business goals.  

For information on applying to Notre Dame de Namur University, please visit the Admissions Page.