I've seriously considered taking the plunge in recent months, but it's obviously a major investment/commitment and I don't have (m)any firsthand resources. My current employer only offers relationships with for-profit institutions, so part-time and 100% out-of-pocket is my likely path forward. But how beneficial is the curriculum, and is it more than a checkbox for advancement? Does it truly open doors, or is my resume just a bit shinier when I'm self-marketing? The McCombs-in-Dallas program seems like a perfect fit, considering schedule, location, prestige, etc...anyone here have experience?
I have an Aerospace Engineering degree from UT. I spent eight years doing concept product development and generalist project management with a major OEM, then took a project engineering job with an equally major airline operator when I decided it was time to move home; in hindsight, I should've stayed with the former. Five years and multiple pointless re-orgs later, I'm as senior as I'm going to get without moving into the management ranks...peaking at 34 is depressing as fuck. I'm also not sure I love engineering anymore, so a non-technical degree would theoretically expand my career options.
I'm sure there was a thread or two on the scat site, but I figured I might as well restart the discussion here...thanks in advance.