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With a business degree, how influential is the name on your diploma in the interview process?

On average, college tuition has more than doubled in the last 20 years. Many college students graduate with significant debt, is it worth going to a school that is more expensive with an equal reputation of another school. While still getting the same degree. #business #after-college #college-tuition #degree

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Henry’s Answer

Hi Katie,

I believe there are some higher profile firms in consulting and investment banking where the name on your diploma does matter but for most other industries it is not that important. If possible, it is better to demonstrate some experience in the role you are interviewing for whether gained from a prior job, internship or volunteer experience. At the end of the day, the diploma is the minimum threshold to get your foot in the door. For myself, once I have determined that the candidate has the basic business skill set, my focus is on finding someone who is enthusiastic and teachable.

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Michael’s Answer

Hi Katie,


The type of school can make a difference, but in my experience it will not make such a significant difference that you cannot make a good living. I graduated from the University of Alabama with a BS in Finance. Alabama has a good program, but it is not one of the elite business schools. I think it ultimately helps if you know what sort of business you want to go into. I think with Finance/Investment it'd be more advantageous to go to a premiere school, but if you are looking at general business then you are fine getting a degree almost anywhere. The degree is half the battle, it's what you do with it (internships, entry-level positions, making a mark early) that will define how well you can and will do in your field.


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Darlene’s Answer

Hello! While some industries or particular companies may prefer students with degrees from certain schools, the vast majority of companies do not judge a candidate solely based on the school that they attended. In fact, many companies are moving away from their old system of only working with their target colleges, and instead working with a wide variety of colleges so that they can have a more diverse applicant pool.

Having relevant internships on your resume will be more important to an employer than what school you went to.

Be sure to work with your college's career center. You can meet with an advisor who can help you to identify internships in your field of interest and to work with you on your resume and interview skills. They will also have programs where you can meet professionals and make valuable networking connections, often with alumni of that college.

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Darlene
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