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Question 20 of 25
Are you interested in obtaining a Masters' degree in Archival Sciences?
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"I am certainly interested in continuing my education, but it would be in tandem with working full time. Are you willing to flex on this requirement for a candidate willing to grow with your organization?"
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I am happy you asked that. I am a few courses for my Master's degree. I am completing it online and have enjoyed the educational challenge so far."
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
Ensure to review the job posting before the interview to know whether a master's degree is a requirement for the role. Often, an organization will list their 'nice to have's' as 'must-have's' knowing they will likely need to flex on their ask.
If it is a requirement, you should know a master's degree will eventually be required, even if you applied for the position with only a bachelor's degree. In this case, you should expect your employer to prefer a candidate who will be pursuing a master's degree at some point in time.
If you already know a master's degree is a requirement but you are fortunate enough to be interviewed despite only having a bachelor's degree, and you indeed wish to eventually study for a master's degree, prepare an answer beforehand. Add that the pursuit of this masters will not interfere with your work and that you are serious about your application. Employers are looking for commitment.
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I am interested in obtaining a master's degree, however on a part-time basis in the evenings/weekends. I applied for your position as I am serious about working for your company on a full-time basis, and as such, I will not let my education interfere with my availability."
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