What business school really teaches you

In 2011 to 2012, more than a quarter of U.S. masters students graduated with an advanced business degree.

The MBA degree is becoming more widely accepted by employers, and for graduates, can garner them a higher salary.

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What are MBA graduates learning?

The Huffington Post says there are several life lessons to be gained from a business education.

• Live outside your comfort zone. Taking risks will help you find different business opportunities and learn through experience.
• Don’t work with people you don’t like. You spend too many hours at work to be around those you don’t get along with.
• Embrace people from different backgrounds. Everyone can bring unique experiences to the table, encouraging creativity.
• Don’t worry what others think of you. Be kind and do your best, but don’t let others’ feelings harm you.

Find out what the other lessons are here.

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The staff of Advisor.ca have been covering news for financial advisors since 1998.