Go back to school at any age
Question:
I’m 37, and have been in my job for the last eight years. I’m looking into the CMA program and by the time I finish I’ll be roughly 40. At that age, with little managerial experience, what do you think my employment prospects would be?
Answer:
Your employment prospects will be fantastic. Employment growth levels for accountants are above the national average.
Accounting principles and regulations are only getting more complicated due to corporate responsibility. The field of accounting will greatly benefit from this long term trend. That said, never pursue a career because the market is hot — you must love the work as well.
The bad news: You will most likely have to change companies.
You might have what I call SCS (Stale Credentials Syndrome).
No matter how many credentials you get, you are still the person who remained stale for eight years. This label is very hard to break, but to a new employer, you are a CMA with experience in the industry. You get a whole new level of respect.
Your next step is to meet with your current boss to discuss a possible move within the company once you have your CMA.
If you are not endorsed, then it’s time to make a move.
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Michelle
Yes! It’s important to go back to school, however make sure you’re going to be enjoying what you’re going to do. This plays a big role to your success!
If you’re not endorsed then its time to move to another company! At the end going back to school is a win win for you! Goodluck with this.
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