Why Employers Hire MBAs

By Monster Contributor

Once the mark of finance and consulting professionals, the MBA degree is now considered a key qualification for many positions at a broad range of employers. Hiring managers, business educators and job candidates all agree an MBA is valuable -- and it's not just about finance and accounting anymore. Sectors such as healthcare and nonprofits now hire MBAs, too.

Take a look at what employers and educators say about the value of hiring candidates with an MBA, and read personal stories from job seekers on how an MBA helped advance their careers. If you're interested in this degree, you can also learn about the new options for earning an MBA.