Worth the Wait

I am currently enrolled in my third semester at Webster University in the M.A. in Human Resources Management program. I received my B.S. in Public Relations several years ago. Against everyone in my family's wishes, I decided to immediately enter into the workforce upon graduation instead of going to graduate school.

After working as a waitress my first year following graduation, I finally obtained a job as a Training Coordinator for a reputable company. Within three months I realized that I stumbled into the field of human resources. Although I was excelling in my position, I felt I lacked the basics of the ever-changing world of H.R., so I enrolled in a certification course at the local university in Connecticut.

A few years later and a wealth of on the job training, I moved into my current position of a H.R. Representative for a very established company. It was then that I realized in order to swim with the big fish I needed a strong educational foundation to improve my stride. I looked into several institutions and decided that Webster offered everything I needed; convenient classes, experienced instructors, small class sizes, and ideal curriculums.

In addition to learning the core competencies of my field, I also have an opportunity to apply what may be discussed in class on Wednesday night at work on Thursday morning. This would not have been the case had I elected to obtain my master's degree immediately following completion of undergrad. That fact is what made attending Webster University several years after obtaining my bachelor's degree definitely worth the wait.

Maya Harper
Jacksonville, Florida
Metropolitan Campus