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When Is an MBA Worth It? Financial Advice on Degrees and

Isaac Olson
Isaac Olson
September 15, 2026 11:06 am
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Deciding whether an advanced business degree is truly necessary can be a complex financial dilemma. In an episode of Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger, Jill and Mark analyze when pursuing an MBA is actually worth the steep price tag and when it might fall short of expectations. The discussion looks closely at the return on investment for higher education and career advancement. In addition to evaluating graduate degrees, the hosts turn their attention to listener questions regarding long-term financial security. They assist a caller named Cory as he evaluates a major retirement crossroads: whether he should take a traditional pension or retain greater financial flexibility. The program highlights key factors individuals must weigh when making life-altering career and retirement choices.

Source: cbsnews.com

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Isaac Olson is a journalist with TFR . He worked largely as a newspaper reporter and photographer for 15 years before joining TFR in the spring of 2018.

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