Are postgraduate degrees worth it?

Lizzy and Lissa break down the hidden costs – financial and otherwise – of postgraduate degrees. From student loan debt to delayed income, mental health strain, and the opportunity cost of time, they explore what you really give up when you go back to school — and how to decide if it’s truly worth it. Main Topics 00:00 What are Postgraduate Degrees? 01:30 Running The Numbers Segment 03:00 Personal Experiences with Master’s Degrees 11:01 Evaluating the Worth of a Master's Degree 17:20 Perspectives on Postgraduate Education 26:44 Sacrifices and Personal Stories 27:33 The Burden of Student Loans 29:14 Questioning the Value of Post-Graduate Degrees 30:03 The Shift Towards Practical Skills and Entrepreneurship 33:53 Considering an MBA and Other Post-Graduate Degrees 41:52 20 Cents Segment References for Statistics https://www.bls.gov/careeroutlook/2023/data-on-display/education-pays.htm https://freopp.org/whitepapers/does-college-pay-off-a-comprehensive-return-on-investment-analysis/ https://www.educations.com/articles-and-advice/master-studies/masters-degree-salary-guide-2024 https://wallyboston.com/masters-degrees-no-value/ Co-Hosts Lizzy Marie, CAIA, is a strategist, alternative investments expert, and a founding partner of Pursuit Funds. Follow Lizzy: Instagram | TikTok Lissa Lumutenga, CFP®, AFC®, is a personal finance expert and content creator. Follow Lissa: YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | LinkedIn Credits ► Produced by Lizzy Marie and Lissa Lumutenga ► Artwork by Lizzy Marie ► Music by Lissa Lumutenga, Net Net Podcast “Theme Song” Talk to us Hit us up, let us know what you think: IS IT WORTH IT? 💸 DM us on Instagram: @netnetpodcast Email us at [email protected] Disclaimer This podcast is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only, and should not be constituted as financial advice or any other kind of professional advice. Views and opinions are our own, and Net Net Podcast does not serve as a substitute for personalized financial guidance tailored to your specific situation. Remember to always do YOUR own research, consult a professional as needed, and feel empowered to make your own decisions!