Quick Hint: An MBA will not make you a manager
At least once a week I get a call from a soon to be MBA graduate that is waiting for the diploma to get a management job: “I’m looking for a manager or director position because I’m about to finish my MBA”.
It’s only a tool to perfect skills. Achievements and leadership competencies coupled with knowing your way around a P&L statement as well as understanding how your and your team’s actions impact overall business performance is what will take you to the next level.
Jose Ruiz is Principal and Executive Recruiter in Heidrick & Struggles. You can share your views of this article or aything related to leadership or executive search at: jruiz@heidrick.com
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