Interim Management Professional, Clive Sexton, Discusses the Pros and Cons of Professional Education

LONDON, November 11 - Does professional education really transform people's careers, or is it
simply an expensive diversion from 'real' work? In the latest of a series of
podcasts, interim management ( www.impactexecutives.com )
professional, Clive Sexton, joins Rob Grimsey and Carol Rosati of Harvey
Nash to discuss whether professional education is really worth it.

Clive estimates that 10 to 15 percent of graduates do an MBA or a masters
after their first degree, and the recession has had a dramatic effect. Clive
says, "The recession has accelerated the trend for individuals to undertake
professional education, be it a Masters, an MBA or a PHD, and 63% of business
schools offering masters in management degrees are reporting an increase in
2009 and this growth has been much higher than in previous downturns."

Whilst professional education is a worthwhile investment, individuals
should consider the cost involved. Clive continues, "It doesn't come cheap at
a prestigious school like the HEC in Paris. The fees alone are eighteen and a
half thousand pounds a year, plus two years of living in accommodation."

As well as the cost, people also need to choose a qualification that is
broadly recognised in their industry. Qualifications from classic, well-known
business schools such as Harvard and London School of Economics really can
make a difference. Clive says, "There's absolutely no doubt, especially when
there are hundreds of candidates chasing for one job, that any potential
employer that sees you've invested in your own development is going to be
impressed."

However, there are lots of factors to consider when deciding on
professional education. Clive explains his top tips, "Don't rush into making
a decision, think long and hard about your life plan and what you want to
achieve. This is not an insignificant investment. Take time out to evaluate
the best schools. One size most definitely does not fit all, and also be
aware that there is funding out there."

Visit the Impact Executives website to read the press release and
download the podcast:

www.impactexecutives.com/articles/press-education.html

About Impact Executives

Impact Executives is a leading interim management provider to
organisations of every size in the UK and globally. For further information
on Impact Executives, please contact Clive Sexton, Impact Executives, 13
Bruton Street, London, W1J 6QA, United Kingdom. Tel: +44(0)20-7314-2011
Email: info@impactexecutives.com

For further information on Impact Executives, please contact Clive Sexton, Impact Executives, 13 Bruton Street, London, W1J 6QA, United Kingdom. Tel: +44(0)20-7314-2011 Email: info at impactexecutives.com