Don't just add degrees, add value to your resume.

I have seen a pattern over and over for last ten years. People who do post-graduation get similar salaries to what graduates get. This naturally infuriates them, "Two years gone to s**t."

The real question remains - Does that extra degree do any good to the people who hire you? 
Sadly, in most cases, the answer is:

“NO.”

On the other hand, consider someone who spends three to six months on learning a skill that is in demand. Their resume will look appeal much more to the potential employer and, therefore, will be more readily accepted, and at better pay as well. 

Why? You are right. Here's why.

The reason is simple - they have a skill which has direct and immediate value for the employers.

Employers look for passion about the field, among other things. Therefore, you would be expected to have side projects and activities beyond academics. If you are in IT, online presence, like a blog is helpful. Your willingness to reach out to experts just to learn when you were not job hunting is also a positive signal.

Unfortunately, our education system designed to mass produce clerks will not help you with this. This has to be your initiative.

Think before you spend precious years of your life and parents money on a degree that will add no value to your or anybody else’s life.

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Do you know anybody who did a professional course instead of post graduate courses like M-Tech and MCA and got better placed? Share in comments