PROCESOS DE REFORMA DEL MERCADO DE TRABAJO Y SUS EFECTOS 1 Introducción

In the United States, the MBA is the training flagship of Business Schools, a door-opener to climb in the organization of large companies. On the contrary, in France, MBA’s has implemented recently. But under the pressure of international careers and the growing demand for training, it has developed at high speed in French Business Schools. So, this will be a serious advantage for the future career of the author.

In conclusion, the overall experience of the MBA program was a step that brought much positive expertise to the author. This is a real personal and financial investment but the result is undeniable. The most precious skill learned is certainly the fact to learn more about you and so be able to challenge yourself every day.

Moreover, being constantly surrounded by bright and young students show to the author that the competition is tough and you have to overcome to be the best.

Finally, there will be a “before” and “after” MBA. The MBA experience has brought benefits to the author and if the issue is successful, then it will be a real springboard for future professional life of the researcher but also for its personal life.

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APPENDICES

1. Interview of Johanna CARAIRE - French entrepreneur in cultural sector