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> What you do in uni is demonstrate that you're interested in certain things and you have enough work ethic to learn the exam answers. That's all. I think you’
by WA 5y ago
> What you do in uni is demonstrate that you're interested in certain things and you have enough work ethic to learn the exam answers. That's all.
I think you’re right, but the next question would be: how is the hefty price tag for American universities justified, if your statement is true?
- lordnacho 5y agoIt's a guild fee is what I'm saying. If the guild is making a lot of money it's worth it to pay to join. See MBAs. I can attest as a graduate of a world famous business school (ok it's the the uni and not the biz school) you won't learn how to run a business. But you do get that "ambitious hard worker who is somewhat social" label.
- shapefrog 5y agoSatement of intent is how I think of a MBA - there is nothing you couldnt learn from a book and $1.50 in late fees from a public library. At the end of the day it is all theatre to satisfy the hiring managers. Who do you select from; the candidate who says they read the book or the one that ivy league school says read the book?
- e1g 5y agoTake the same person with the inartistic desire to learn. Offer them an excellent library with vetted books. Give them 2 years to focus on this learning full-time. Surround them with like-minded peers so they can share ideas and grow together. Add world-level experts to stimulate and group discussions. Guarantee them a job at a company they respect, starting at $150k, if they do well at the end. Will these things make a difference to their self-study course? Is this difference in trajectory worth $100k? Enough people say yes, and very few of those who actually did it regretted their choice.
- WA 5y agoI see it like you. So I guess it makes sense to evaluate the ROI of American universities based on the guild you’re joining. Kinda sad.