Not every MBA is doing this. A number of my MBA classmates are getting into things like bio-tech, micro-sensors and other kinds of industries, where their back

Not every MBA is doing this. A number of my MBA classmates are getting into things like bio-tech, micro-sensors and other kinds of industries, where their background matches research developments in the University. But if you have an interest and passion for a particular software idea (that meets a strong customer need), then I say go for it. That's what I'm doing. Though I'll admit to having a decent bit of programming experience a number of years back, it's been a while and I'm rusty enough that I'd prefer to partner with a real coder who will be much more productive while I concentrate on the business aspects.