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Originally Posted by Calgary Flames
One thing is for certain, you don't need University to make a living. I'd suggest taking some kind of fast-track program at SAIT. 6 months can get you the same job as someone who has taken 5 years of university study.
You will need Post secondary though that's for sure. It all depends on WHAT you're studying too.
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I think you are right, but only in regards to the early part of a person's career. SAIT programs provide a quick and very practical way to get started in any particular field you choose and you may very well be doing the same job as someone with a full degree.
The difference emerges later on when the individual with a 4 year degree (or graduate degree) becomes a better candidate for promotion, etc.
I have a 4 year arts degree from U of C and was having trouble deciding what I wanted to do, but have quite recently found a great job that I am planning on sticking with for the long haul. In hindsight, the plan I wish I had followed is the following:
1) Take a 2 year applied program from SAIT, NAIT, Mount Royal, etc.
2) Get my foot in the door with a good organization, get some work experience under my belt and make some money.
3) Work with the company for a few years and then apply to go back to school and finish a full degree or an MBA, hopefully fully covered by the company.
4) End up in either an executive position with the company or running my own business.