A master’s degree expands your knowledge in your chosen field, allowing you to become a leader and educator in your workplace. The advanced degree gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself within your chosen industry, exploring a plethora of areas and subsequently narrowing down your focus to something that is of interest to you.
Why Study for a Master’s Degree?
In today's complex and competitive landscape, achieving success as a corporate executive, managing a small enterprise effectively, or becoming a top specialist in your field often requires more than just a bachelor's degree.The expertise required to excel in many fields often extends beyond what is taught at the undergraduate level, with master’s degrees increasingly becoming the standard for higher education qualifications.
Many employers prioritize candidates with a master’s degree, recognizing the dedication and career focus such programs demand. In fact, certain roles stipulate a master’s degree as a minimum requirement, and possessing one can open doors to opportunities unavailable to those without this advanced qualification.
Here are a few other reasons why you should get an advanced degree:
Become and Expert in Your Field
Gain in-depth understanding of your specialty, expertise, and credibility.
Increased Earning Potential
Postgraduates can earn up to 25% more than undergraduates
Accelerated Career Growth
A master’s degree sets you up for advanced positions and salary raise, making you a more valuable asset for your company
Career Security
A master’s degree makes you eligible for more jobs. The unemployment rate of master’s degree holders is lower compared to bachelor’s degree holders
Professional & Personal Development
Earning a graduate degree is evidence of persistence, determination, intellectual prowess, and the ability to handle challenging environments.
Professional Network
A master’s degree allows you to meet like-minded individuals: peers, industry experts, game changers, faculty members, guest lecturers.
Lifelong Learning
A master’s degree aids you in progressing from learner to contributor in the field of your expertise, enhancing your development and employability.
Reputation & Credibility
Having a master’s degree makes employers think that you are a low-risk, high-yield employee. They believe that you’ve proven your professional capability and that you are equipped with all the skills needed to provide their company with positive results.
Postgraduate study at AHA
At AHA all our postgraduate programmes are career oriented and designed as progressions from the undergraduate programmes. Thus, students can choose to either dive deeper into their undergraduate major or become experts in other related fields.Our teaching approach incorporates Digital Distance Learning, utilizing both synchronous and asynchronous methods, tailored to support our students—dedicated young professionals balancing their careers and personal lives. Career coaching and international employment opportunities are seamlessly integrated into the core of our programmes.
Explore our Postgraduate Courses
MBA Hospitality & Tourism Management
This programme is right for you if you are considering an international career in hospitality or other service sectors.
MBA Events Management
This programme is a dynamic and industry-relevant academic journey, that equips students with the cutting-edge skills and knowledge demanded by the rapidly evolving events industry.
Master of Science Digital Marketing
Given the constantly evolving marketing landscape, this course is designed for professional marketers looking to move into more senior roles.