I went into college majoring in Biology with the aspiration to one day go to medical school and become a physician. Nearing the end of my 3rd year in college, I was introduced to the world of finance by my friend via discussion about the stock market. From then on, I began reading up on the economy and the business world. What happened was I have a change of heart and I find the field of business extremely attractive and exciting, but my degree is making it difficult for me. With a degree in biology and zero work experience, it is extremely difficult for me to find a job in this current market. I know most MBA students work for a few years before applying but I don't know how I am going to land on a job that can make me "shine" on MBA application. The job opportunities that are available to me right now is probably entry-level jobs that even high school students qualify for. What do I do? Swallow my pride and start from absolute bottom? Or are there better options that I do not know of since this is all relatively new to me. Thanks!

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So recently I discovered a program at my local university, a masters program geared towards medical product development management. It's especially enticing since it's geared towards science majors such as myself who are looking for a bridge towards the business management world. I am thinking about this since it will get more doors open and if things works out I may not even need MBA if I can land a job I am happy with. Of course, MBA is always there if I want to get higher or change of industry.

There are a lot of programs, especially master programs, that help students achieve what they want. One of these degrees is the MBA. By no means is the MBA the most essential degree though, as I'm sure you know it. Whatever route you choose to take to end up where you want to end up in is the right place to be at. It sounds like this masters program at your local university would help you reach where you want to be, and that if later on you decide an MBA is a better choice, you can always go for that. Good luck, buddy!