Do I Need an MBA to Open More Doors?

It’s common for physicians embarking on a career change to wonder if another degree is necessary to make this transition. And many physicians do obtain an additional degree, with an MBA being one of the most popular. If you’re questioning whether this is the right move for you, I have the perfect guest today to answer your burning questions. Dr. Kate Atchley is the executive director of the healthcare-related MBA at the Haslam School of Business in Tennessee and she’s here to discuss all things MBA, including who benefits from this degree, types of programs, and how to decide what’s best for you.  You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here: www.doctorscrossing.com/109   In this episode we’re talking about: Whether having an MBA is an advantage for a career change The benefits of different types of MBA programs  How Dr. Atchley came to lead a healthcare-related MBA program What you can expect to learn in any MBA program How to consider both the benefits and costs of pursuing an MBA The difference between an MBA and an MHA Tactics for approaching the MBA decision-making process Links for this episode: University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA Check out our Free Resources! Under the Freebie tab on our website, you can find free resource guides on a variety of topics including resumes, interviewing, LinkedIn, medical writing, pharma, chart review, and telemedicine. There is also a starter kit to help you move forward when you’re feeling stuck at the crossroads. Please help yourself!