Stable Well Paying Jobs - Accounting? Dental?

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  1. jerryrichardson80

    jerryrichardson80 New Member

    I am looking to go back to school for some sort of stable well paying job. Doesn't have to be that high paying, but just a living. I'm not big physically, so that takes a lot of jobs that involve manual labor out.

    I am just wondering, I graduated with a bachelor's in Finance, was considering getting an accounting degree, would I go for a MBA then? Do I need to take all the prerequisites before applying?

    Would you guys suggest going to a B&M school, or would a distance school be considered just as good. I live in NYC, so going to a B&M school isn't difficult, and city schools might even be cheaper, but I would ideally like to get into a good school with a good program, and don't have the best credentials for that (columbia, etc), so I figure maybe a good distance school is better.


    Also, what about Dental (dentist)? Is there any easy way to get all the prerequisite science courses done online? Thanks
     
  2. SurfDoctor

    SurfDoctor Moderator

    With your finance BA, I would suggest going for accounting. I am not involved in the industry, so I can give you no definitive answer, but I have been told that it is a stable profession where one can almost always find a job. I hear that low level accountants do not make the big bucks, but they can always find a decent job. Not the most exciting job in the world, but I hear that it is dependable. I have never seen anyone on the side of the road holding a sign saying "Will do accounting for food".

    As for dentists, I hear that they have a high suicide rate. You make your own decision there. :smile:
     
  3. jerryrichardson80

    jerryrichardson80 New Member

    I can't seem to edit my post.

    I have about a 3.6 GPA from a State School in NY, been out of school for a few years, didn't get any great jobs. Anyone know any good ways to study for the GMAT? Any good study material out there?
     
  4. geoffs

    geoffs Member

    As a 300 Lbs accountant I might try that sign approach...but yes very dependable industry.
     
  5. SurfDoctor

    SurfDoctor Moderator

    You have a window of a few minutes after submitting in which you can edit your post, after that, you can't edit. Sorry about that.

    You might be interested in this info too: http://www.degreeinfo.com/distance-learning-discussions/35100-new-users-ask-where-did-my-posts-go.html

    Also, there are a number of good GMAT books at most bookstores. Almost any will give you pretty much what you need. I bought two different books, went through them both and took their practice tests. I then scored in the 92nd percentile on the actual GMAT with that small amount of prep. You probably have nothing to worry about.
     
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  6. dfreybur

    dfreybur New Member

    I looked up the requirements for Illinois to sit for the CPA exam several months ago. Various personality tests keep telling me I'd like accounting in addition to engineering and it might be a good career enhancement for my IT consulting career.

    You can get the courses for CPA at an Associates degree place in person or online. An MBA would be nice but it would not be needed to sit for your state's CPA exam.
     
  7. AUTiger00

    AUTiger00 New Member

    Some good recommendations on the 2nd page for GMAT prep.

    Grant Allen: The Application Process

    You have a strong GPA from undergrad. If you have decent work experience and score okay on the GMAT you can probably target some relatively strong programs.

    As an aside, the author of that article has done pretty well for himself since he did his MBA (he's a VP for the VC arm of a major corporation). Even if you're not targeting top tier programs, his tips for prepping for the application process are pretty solid.
     
  8. SurfDoctor

    SurfDoctor Moderator

    If tests show that your personality fits and you would like accounting, it seems like a no-brainer. Stable employment, good job opportunities, OK pay and something you would enjoy. Go for it.
     
  9. japhy4529

    japhy4529 House Bassist

    Which one interests you more? That would be the one that I would recommend pursuing. And yesx, some Dental schools do accept online pre-req science courses. You'll need to check with your schools of interest to find out their policies. University of New England, Ocean county Community College and Mt. State University all offer a good selection of online science courses.
     
  10. Ian Anderson

    Ian Anderson Active Member

    Forget becoming a dentist then. I worked a research project some time ago on why most dentists have back and neck problems - it has to do with the strength required while working long hours in an unnatural stance. Dentists who were competitive swimmers seemed to do OK because of the well developed arm, neck, and back muscles.

    Have you considered the insurance industry (specifically commercial)? My wife did very well with no degree but earned a state brokers license.
     
  11. japhy4529

    japhy4529 House Bassist

    Okay. So, the OP just needs to become a competitive swimmer first, and then a career in dentistry? The OP just said that he was not big physically. That is hardly a reason for not going into dentistry! Not to discount your research, I'm sure there is some validity to what you are saying.
     
  12. Two words:

    Funeral. Industry.
     
  13. SurfDoctor

    SurfDoctor Moderator

    Yes, that or a tax man.
     
  14. Ted Heiks

    Ted Heiks Moderator and Distinguished Senior Member

    Yes, that or a wills & estates attorney.
     

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