Current trends in employment indicate that a master's degree gives students a decided edge in their careers. Simply, a master's degree in many fields is the difference between having a job and having a career. Employment opportunities for persons with master's degrees continue to grow with our changing economy.
Employers recognize that master's graduates take initiative and responsibility.
Graduate students are recognized as those who understand the need to keep pace with changing work place demands. Persons with master's degrees often have a higher quality of satisfaction in all aspects of life. Graduate school provides an excellent opportunity for networking. Master's degrees can be a stepping stone to doctoral programs. St. Cloud State is a multi-purpose and comprehensive university with more than 14,000 students and 700 faculty.