MBA: Is It Right For You?

[@DenizSasal]

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[@kaynesheenan]

I love this guy! he's damn inspiring and communicates really well.

[@gloriacoleman406]

I love the honesty in this video, brand is everything! I've found that if you don't have the network to help you get into a "branded company" then you'll definitely need to have a strategy for branding yourself, through the school/company of your choosing. Deniz, I wish you were able to teach this to High School Seniors/Junior...

[@issacdhan]

Very brave video. Thanks a lot. Whenever I see boys/ girls feel superior because of the degree they hold, I feel funny. Most of them do higher studies just to make more money. If they will know how much a small business owner makes, there mind will blow off. I strongly believe, being a businessman is an attitude one posses. He just get sharper with an MBA. At the same time, many new people get exposure to a new way of thinking and realize they are good in it, and they really become successful.

[@Essays4College]

Very transparent and humble of you to create this video. Only true winners can do that.

[@MsAlisa001]

I have the same concerns on when/whether i apply for a MBA. And this video give me some inspirations. Very useful.

[@rajeevrp1500]

Not just MBA, most course have become more of less irrelevant today. There is hardly anything that cannot be learnt from internet these days. People go for such cool courses just bcoz there is certain brand value attached to it. It's a filter for employers. When you say you've done MBA from a top college, employer assumes that you have a certain amount of talent within you that he need not spend time on checking while interviewing you. That's how it benefits.

[@Dbf1339]

rajeevrp well most jobs related to the degree require you to have the degree yes you may be able to learn it online but they don't care about that they want you to have the degree

[@snay6869]

@@Dbf1339 which is fked up. I will NEVER care about people's degrees when I do my business.

[@linkinparkrulz2275]

You will earn more with an MBA even if it's not from a top college. A specialization helps more, e.g. IT, Finance, Strategy, Healthcare Median MBA at a b-school is going to be six figures with a few years experience.

[@dr.brianjudedelimaphd743]

rajeevrp agreed and well said

[@linkinparkrulz2275]

Nah, even b-school MBA grads earn in the six figure range.

[@shan20nu]

Wow you are absolutely right!!! Brand name does have some value .

[@samirayassamani300]

WOW, thanks a LOT for sharing your story with us - very valuable information!

[@benzflynn]

The 2 views expressed in this video highlight the whole crux of MBAism. (1) MBA is not really needed for getting know-how: books and evening courses can do this. (2) MBA from 'top' institution puts a premium on the salaries of those having it. This hypocrisy is not unique to management jobs. Self-taught software engineers also feel the need to have some formal academic qualification to get senior positions in major companies like Microsoft, Google, Amazon, etc. I'd really like if you elaborated more on your first 4 months at PWC Consulting where you found out how little you really knew about real teamwork consulting - and especially how you coped and eventually thrived in this real intense working environment.

[@evaburnz]

I unreservedly agree with you and I also would really appreciate if @Deniz Sasal would elaborate on his initial phase of experience at PwC Consulting in which he experienced adversity that resulted in certain failures.

[@yanmengzhang6190]

Thank you for sharing this video,I think this video answers lots of my doubts regards to MBA.

[@deanharmse5126]

Thank you. I was talking to a Phd the other day about doing my MBA through a 'brand name' school. He explained it pretty much like you did. It never occured to me before that discussion and you confirmed it with this video. I was going to do my MBA through a less prestigious school because they cost less. I have now changed my mind and will apply at the best.

[@kenjiltcy]

Love the honesty, frankness and humility. Great content. Thanks

[@ShahnawazKhan-eo8jt]

Wonderful insight into MBA. The best thing is it gives very clear factors to come to a decisive point as to whether MBA is good for someone or not. Thanks for the video.

[@bnote1990]

Great advice/video...I work at a Fortune 500 company in NYC and you see the program name brand aspect play out consistently

[@angelatziala7018]

thank you for sharing! I am currently looking into MBA education and this really helped!

[@vashisht1]

I definitely need a Mba that too from top 25 mba schools in the world. My salary is peanuts but my organization is world renowned.

[@abrahamgomez653]

MBA has great writing and research skills for consulting. I work in real estate appraising and I cover all value aspects in my narrative reports.

[@mayanklakhtakia4179]

You actually made me understand why people go for MBA. Thanks a lot !

[@scarlettbardot8004]

I agree with everything you said...as an MBA student, I learned more in this program than my whole undergrad! I also made a video on why should people get an MBA, it is worth every penny and every minute.

[@RubioTran]

Finally, somebody stepped up and said it. Thank you!

[@Awaisshahid1]

Employer incline towards the brand, bitter but true. I believe to go for MBA if it's from Ivy league university else consider other professional certification programs to have a career boast. Good to hear about your MBA story :)

[@cust0mEditi0n]

You have the best video on YT regarding MBA advice, honestly.

[@vaishnavishankara5899]

Many thanks for sharing this. It helped me a lot. :)

[@laithissa3379]

Nice logic, excellent dissection of the topic, and good example. Appreciate it

[@linkinparkrulz2275]

My MBA was very easy (It took five months) and cheap (It cost $4,000). It's also an MBA in IT management, so I got one in a useful field. My only problem is getting started. With an MBA in IT I need to have some level of technical knowledge to find employment, so now I'm filling in knowledge gaps to get one of those six figure positions. Very happy I got it though, it's an immediate boost to my resume and I'm getting job offers for $70k starting out.

[@augustayarteh7524]

True so true . I have started implemented it to read certain books on what I wanted to do. Then I Will do some research on my field to understands the materials in my field is not really easy but i am trying hard to work on it. Your explanations is building my self cinfidence. Thanks a lot sir

[@fernandamelo4212]

Daniel, thank you, for real, you clarified my thoughts about doing or not an MBA.

[@Uncleamo42]

Great content as always... Very valuable information. Thank you very much.

[@Gina7429]

Love the honesty ❤️❤️

[@alexandrasantos3928]

This is so sooo soooooo insightful! Thanks so much for shaeing it.

[@BBD_Bangali]

One of the best and perhaps the most honest (bitter truth) reviews of the MBA Degree. This video is a piece of art.

[@franzrothschilds6975]

if you have 10+ experience and you learn your MBA on youtube you dont need to spend 3 years wasted in university

[@Mindfulmeditationjourney24]

Smart Talk Sir. Keep coming like this.

[@pavanpc5146]

Honest opinion is really rare, Tq

[@c351197000]

I was planning to take an MBA. After watching this video, it looks like I don't need it unless my employer is going to pay for my tuition. I am currently working in an F200 company after undergrad, the work experience can provide me greater value than the MBA unless it's top 25 in the US. This video is very helpful. Thank you! Brand name does mean everything.

[@vivekkhedkar5445]

Thanks a lot for sharing this man!

[@ZzwhiskeybkszZ]

I really love this video. No BS, just honesty. I love the lessons he learned

[@shanuv12]

Awesome info and honesty 👏

[@sleepaidradio8054]

Thank you, sir, for this video very beneficial video looking forward to always learn from your good self.

[@linkinparkrulz2275]

Also to those who think a b-school MBA is not worth it- the accreditation matters. First off, the school is accredited by the regional accrediting body, making it valid in that regard. But then there are additional business school accreditation that colleges get to show to employers that the content is going to meet the strict standards. ACBSP and AACSB accrediting bodies review the curriculum to ensure it fits in with the standard of the other schools, so it really makes no difference. For example, both Harvard Business School and an instant access business school like WGU (Where I graduated) have AACSB accreditation. This means that the content is essentially identical, so that firewall is what ensures whatever school you go to will contain the general content needed to make a Harvard degree the same as a less reputable school. Not that those with high tier schools won't earn more, but that's often at the expense of moving away and going hundreds of thousands into debt, and at that point- does that income boost from a tier 1 school really matter?

[@pravinmurthy]

Great video Sir.. Helps professionals make decisions..

[@cups4940]

Your videos are so insightful

[@hvbris_]

Great advice, that’s the way to transmit experience

[@aldrickwa6895]

Hahaha... Deniz I like very much the part you said you spent almost all your money on cars and parties.. I am relieved coz I like party so much and I also want to be a successful professional like you. Guez I can still make it. I'm 28.

[@S-u-p-a]

Brilliant video mate

[@bluesun2001]

thank you for sharing your experience, you are awesome!

[@Deepak.kumarp2p]

Wow !! Something brave and true.

[@thespiralillusion]

Your video was really helpful. Thank you for the great content. Peace

[@decarlocalloway01]

An MBA is a qualification increase. That's it. It's the fact that the student is willing to put themselves through the time and financial commitment. And an MBA won't make someone talented. The degree has to match their career goals, capabilities, practical experience, and drive.

[@mfatihcinar]

Very enlightening. Thanks a lot.

[@oldanegraham4159]

In Jamaica the value is the MBA once it’s from a university outside the country. So I guess the point of making sure it’s top 100 would not apply.

[@felicianothorpe8998]

So true.

[@lazhan2489]

Agreed

[@omarselim4809]

I totally agree man ✌️

[@buskinglankans]

Thanks for sharing your honest opinions

[@yhrfeyxm]

It is not relevant nor is most degrees. Realistically after a few months you tend to forget everything you learnt..it hasn't helped me advance my carrier one bit.

[@yhrfeyxm]

@K W the way I see its only an entrance criteria to most jobs. In terms of advancing ones carrier I gisss it also depends on how experienced they are prior to doing an MBA..

[@jaimesmith1086]

Thanks Deniz for creating this video. I am wondering If I can get your thoughts on this: - I have been working for over 10 years and have been feeling stuck in my career. - During coffee chats, I was suggested to consider MBA or MS Computer Science (I don't have an undergrad in CS but saw there are some bridging programs out there for those who don't). Wondering what do you think about MBA vs MS Computer Science? - I think MS if usually for those who usually have around 2 years of work experience but may not be appropriate for those with more work experience. - I think with MS CS one tends to become a software developer writing code. Pays well but just writing code. - With MBA people usually tend to go into 3 buckets (consulting, IB/financial services & tech). My perception is that the work life balance of consulting/financial services isn't great and also getting there in mid 30s is tough but tech (product management seems to be the most popular role in tech post MBA, though the current tech economy isn't great with layoffs) seems more open with better work life balance. Would love to get your thoughts.

[@DenizSasal]

Hi Jaime, I think the wave MBA was riding on the past 20 years is almost over. It'll very unlikely provide the benefits once it did years ago (comparing the benefits to the time and money investments required). There were many contributors to its sudden downfall including the rise of online MBA programs from top-tier business schools. I have a feeling that the next "thing" is the Executive Education programs from these top-tier business schools. For example, my wife is getting a 3 month program from Oxford. Not only she's learning serious skills but also putting a brand name like Oxford in her CV for a relatively affordable cost (time and money). It really is a perfect solution for many professionals in their mid 30s or older. Plus, you can actually choose the subject that interests you for your own career development as opposed to an MBA where everything you learn is highly shallow and generic topics. Cheers.

[@jaimesmith1086]

@@DenizSasal Thank you

[@VivekSwaroopalone]

You can be awesome guide. Thanks a lot for your info..

[@Dbf1339]

A lot of management positions in this area I've seen some good pay as well but what exactly would I do in these management positions? HR management, Finance management, general manager,

[@Dbf1339]

I looked at jobs related to an MBA degree and then searched those jobs in my area they expected you to have an MBA or other top level college degrees related to business and they also wanted experience which actually seemed like the harder part because they all wanted experience

[@ebonytoilesechandler7679]

Yes I agree

[@lediamonddozen]

MBAs actually count as experience in the workplace. Or at least this is the case in Canada.

[@DenizSasal]

@@lediamonddozen No. They don't.

[@fheeahp9403]

Thanks so much!

[@TDesting]

Reality is, you can learn everything yourself by reading books, online articles etc. However, most top jobs require you to have an MBA, because an MBA serves as a filter for employers (MBA signals talent, discipline and so forth). Unless you are the next Mark Zuckerberg, an MBA is a great investment

[@linkinparkrulz2275]

You don't really have to be a genius to earn an MBA but it shows you have an understanding of business and finance on the corporate level, so arguably that is why it's valued.

[@wasimahmed5941]

I completely agree. Twenty four years ago, I had completed my first MBA from a C grade B School and l know how much to suffer. Big organisations hire from every possible background. Than the politics stars. Graduates with the matching background with immediate manager will alway be “The Star”. It is hard to breakthrough this cycle. It is not alway the knowledge that will give you a chance to stand. It is always the confirmation of what you know with your immediate manager. In a dirty word, it is your background what is the majority of your corporate performance. I can confirm this statement as I did my second MBA from a A grade B school last year. Now I can compare from both side of the river.

[@contrastentertainment1749]

Politics and favouritism is everywhere.

[@fergielulu]

Thank you for sharing

[@laurenceosinsao8268]

I'm starting to watch your videos. This is really helpful. I'm from Philippines. 😊

[@aditya3david]

Really understand what you said , going through something similar. Just wanted to know if you could help me get on the right road to my career

[@batsy941]

Hi I am a cass business school student doing full time MBA. Great Video

[@Libra8410]

Great advice

[@newtonmoon]

Great video.

[@rchougule466]

Thank you!! helped me a lot..

[@karmayoga6654]

Hi , I have been watching you for last week. On this video of MBA, I have seen myself in the same situation. Doing job in local company and due to shrinkage , I had left . After that I have been searching for good company. But previous employer name somehow is creating a hurdle. Before watching your videos , what I have decided , I would do MBA from one of top 5 college and take a loan from NBFC. I am lost now in my career, as I think. I am currently doing a local job just to avoid being unemployed. This is the lose lose situation for me as again I am doing the same thing . And why I am saying to u ,don’t know. Well I will see your more program and then decide what should I do

[@MP-kv4tg]

I just finished my undergrad five months ago. I was an accounting major. I am studying for the CPA exam right now but after a ten-month stint in as a Public Accounting Auditor Internship. I decided I want to go back for an MBA. I want to become a community college business educator. A graduate degree is required. It's a Cal State University here in California, so it's not well known as other big universities, but it will do the job in regards to becoming a community college business educator.

[@DenizSasal]

Hey guys, in this video you'll find out if you need an MBA degree to progress in your career. I'll also point out a major mistake most people make when choosing a business school. Hope you enjoy!

[@Mav0585]

My MBA will be paid for, top 25 program, so I’ll just say that it’s going to be worth it :).

[@andreipopescu4315]

I am wondering, if there is a guy on the team who has, say, a PhD in some scientific subject not related to the topic at hand, but from a top-notch uni, would that be a plus, and big plus, or it won't matter at all?

[@Ging_10]

I still dont understand why no body teach us those things since a young age?!?! I mean if the ultimate goal was to increase profit and productivity isn't it better prepare every kid in middle and high school or even undergraduate school to be a strong professional worker?! Why does governments not invest on such valuable assets? This must be intentional. You can say it is a conspiracy but am really freaking pissed! Millions of people dream into getting to the best universities and the only thing they can get is a brand name? Why even judge a person based on the university he graduated from? Wouldnt be more fair to prepare every single kid from any school better than lying to them about getting to university then finding a stable job so easily??

[@sambe99]

you are right brother, it is an intentional thing.

[@1879gym]

Wrong wrong wrong... it can be obtain while working, secondly he suggests that you put the time in but not getting the formal education? Really

[@DenizSasal]

1. Yes, you can have an executive MBA while working. But it won't change the cost and time investment. It'll only eliminate the opportunity cost. 2. What do you mean with the formal education? I can't decipher your message.

[@pnamaqua]

Really understand what you said, going through something similar. Could you help me get on the right road to my career? Currently remaining with a year on this road.

[@dwightstone6569]

Thank you 🙏

[@greenlantern129]

do you think northern Arizona university is a good school for business if your just trying to get your foot in the door

[@Grosso7569]

I really relate to your story. I was working for a big corporation and then I decided to start my own company which failed. I'm 26 and can't leverage my experience to land a new job. I'm considering getting into a top MBA but I think that adcoms don't value entrepreneurs. I would like to get into consulting. Any suggestions?

[@DenizSasal]

You may want to watch my career design video. It'll help you get a better understanding of how to approach a career change. Cheers!

[@NM-bq2dr]

As he said more the good components you more the brand what if someone doesn't have those components still he want to move ahead does MBA help him into that?not immediately I mean but eventually?

[@osamakareem9739]

Great, thanks

[@abrahamgomez653]

Yeah you need experience its important for consulting.

[@mlrodgaming8028]

Would you mind if I share your video on my LinkedIn account?

[@DataPastor]

Same experiences here with an MBA and PhD from top tier universities.

[@simaoluis9443]

Thanks for sharing. Look! I have an MA in Educational Planning, Economics and International Development from the University College London, UK and am currently doing an MBA at a tuition-free online institution in the US (University of the People). I feel that am learning almost everything an MBA from a top school has: Organisational Theory, Managerial Accounting, Financial Management, Human Resources, etc. Do you think I can land a good Job after this program?

[@yllorco2]

Hello Simao Luis, please tell us if you have landed a good job already after that MBA. That would be interesting.

[@LEK-0525]

Yes definitely I need it!!!!!

[@ebonytoilesechandler7679]

I stay in Michigan . I do have a while before I graduate with my MBA but I just wanna make sure I am going in the right direction with my future goals. I wish I knew how to research my name brand companies in my State. Any suggestions?

[@himalayasavalia1354]

Hey Deniz, what would be the reaction of an interviewer when you are applying for joining MBA program and he asks you why MBA? I love each of your answers for clear, practical and honest thoughts. I also want to do an MBA majorly for Brand name and amazing networking opportunity. But I am always advised by others to provide suger-coated answers like how I got attracted towards MBA from some event at college or in previous jobs and how I want to learn the MBA subjects to know more. I personally feel that if any MBA college professors want such answer then he is stupid because all subject knowledge is available in online courses. But still in reality many interviewers expect answers just like this and mentors tell me to give them what they want to hear. So what do you think is real thinking of these interviewers? Your personal experience may help.

[@TheBlackCeaserXIV]

Spot on!!

[@Lokie-cd2hw]

MBA is a high priced joke unless it is from a highly ranked school. Even if you learn the same things, the degree from the lower ranked school won't be as respected from Fortune 500 companies. Most people that get the MBA care more about having letters after their name than what they learned. They always sign MBA after their name as if they are in the same league as an MD, JD, PhD. So pretentious. You don't see anyone signing MS or MA when they sign their signature

[@patrickdaep]

8:55 sad but true

[@MostafaRockstar]

If I wanted to specialize in HR though I have a Bachelor's pharmacy degree & will take HR diploma too, so is it worth it to take MBA to specialize in HR and have better job opportunities in HR??

[@gutenbird]

very informative.

[@rajeshshree3386]

Sir I completely my MBA but I couldn't get a any job 😥 plz help after which job is better to get a job

[@rohanshinde4327]

Where did you do it?

[@ultiumlabs4899]

you could join his program bro, LIG. you could discuss with him there. if you could afford your MBA i'm sure you could afford his program.

[@aldrickwa6895]

I like the analogy with football.

[@ThePsypsy1]

Do you have any suggestions for someone who already have a master degree in healthcare and currently a program manager (small company upState NY) but feels like needs some management experience and education to obtain bigger projects/jobs ? Do you think MBA will be beneficial to someone in healthcare ? Thanks

[@hellozoom6737]

Hi, I am 36 years old I completed my Bachelor degree from Nursing science and I was working in the hospital in GN position for 6 year after that I changed my job to be secretary in the company till now for 3 years now I have plan to attend the MBA class in one of the famous university in my area!! I don’t know what is my strategy to get MBA degree, but I think it’s might make me get higher position and better knowledge to improve my performance 🤔 please advise if it’s really help. Thanks in advance and thanks for very valuable video

[@CHS0w2es]

Deniz - if you see this, please fix the Click Bank payment. I tried to purchase your program but Click Bank simply won't let me. Very frustrating! Anyways thanks for these free videos, very helpful.

[@DenizSasal]

Hi CH, can you please shoot an email to Jeanette at [e-mail]? I am not sure what the issue is but I am sure she'll solve it at the speed of light.

[@CHS0w2es]

Thanks Deniz and in fact I have been in touch with her and she's very helpful. Unfortunately, I think there is no solution to this problem yet as far as I know, hope this helps.

[@erhanalperen4441]

hi Mr.Deniz. i would like to ask that online MBA programs are good as well ? i got one of the online MBA program in England with scholarship. regards.

[@DenizSasal]

Hey there. I am afraid they are not. I wouldn't recommend it at all.

[@nelsonenegbuma6033]

Which school in England?