Potential for Graduate School

[Cavalier83]

Greetings!

I am just checking to see the potential opportunities for graduate school. I graduated in 2006 with a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism-Broadcast, and have been employed by a local TV station ever since.

I really feel as if this is a good time for me to go back to school, but I'm really not sure what area would be best for me or how to get started. The particular areas of interest range from education, film studies, international business, mathematics, and sports marketing. It seems as if journalism would be an easy segue to a secondary degree/certificate, but I'm actually looking to break away from.

Any advice is greatly appreciated!

 

[Deadworm]

I speak from my perspective as someone who spent about 16 years in various college programs. I would check out these 5 factors:
(1) the chances of employment after obtaining each graduate degree. Ask the relevant departments at the colleges in question for some data or anecdotal evidence.
(2) Ask yourself which graduate program fits best with your job history. Why? Because this will impact the quality of your resume after graduation and hence your chances for improved employment opportunities.
(3) Ask about the textbooks required for relevant courses in programs and peruse them to see if they sustain your interest.
(4) Check out which programs or colleges offer the best financial aid packages for prospective students. Deep debt can create a cloud of depression over your studies.
(5) Visit the colleges you are seriously considering and ask yourself how appealing the social atmosphere and opportunities are in each case. You will be more motivated to study if you enjoy the environment.