Does having an M.A. in Political Science make much difference compared to just a B.A.?
Yes! Graduate degrees are increasingly the norm for management-type positions. The extra time, effort and financial investment should quickly pay off. Statistics show that M.A. graduates find jobs sooner, have greater earning power, and higher job satisfaction than those with just the B.A. degree. A graduate degree can also lead to a different career path. According to Job Futures, while B.A. holders in Political Science tend to find jobs in administration and regulations, computing, teaching, and writing and public relations, people completing an M.A. in Political Science often pursue occupations such as university professors, policy and program officers, human resources and business services professionals, judges and lawyers, and managers in public administration.
