The importance of an MBA

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April 07, 2005, 1:49 PM — The career path to becoming a CIO used to begin with an undergraduate degree in computer science and work experience in the technology trenches. Now, with technology a critical competitive weapon in corporations, and growing concerns about security from the boardroom, a higher education business background is increasingly essential.

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Anonymous 2 years ago

Back in the 80s and 90s, IT employees with MBAs were a rare breed. Nothing but experience and ability were needed to obtain IT management positions. However, currently, it is an entirely different story. Even online MBAs have technical specializations (such as Management Information Systems and eBusiness to name a few) and they are nearly becoming a requirement to break into the ranks of upper management.

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