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Q: Sanity Check: A lot of people say I’m “wasting” myself if I join the military?
I have been strongly considering a career as an officer in either the Navy or the Army after graduation from college. However, when I have spoken with various people and consulted different resources at my disposal, I have been getting a lot of negative feedback. It has not been in the sense that I would be unfit to be an officer, but that I would be “wasting my potential.” Most upsetting has been my parents because they have flat out said that they would not support me in any way if I pursue the military.
Here is some relevant info about me. I am an honors student double majoring in Geosciences and Petroleum Engineering and a varsity rower on the crew team. I have also had experience in leadership and service positions. I am confused here because a lot of people have tried to make it seem selfish or foolish to offer one’s energy in support of his country. I also don’t want to waste my life, and I don’t want to come to the conclusion after 15 years that I didn’t take a chance.
I may be a little less than concise here in stating the details, but ultimately I am after a “sanity check.” Is it wasting one’s talent to spend time in the military?
I want to thank everyone for sharing their perspectives on military service. If your generous advice and support to a stranger online is any indication of the strength of the armed services community, I will have made a good decision to start the leg work on the officer process.
A: Ultamitly you have to decide for yourself. You have to live what ever life you choose.
I wasn’t an officer, and I didn’t have any degree nor was I close to being an honors student when I enlisted…although I did meet with some negitive resistance with friends and family. “What’s a nice girl like you wanting to join the military. Get married and have a nice family.” or “No man will want you if you join.” or “Do you know what type of woman joins the military?”
I didn’t listen to any of it. I joined and found it was a good decision for me. I grew up and found out what I wanted. I am out of it now, and have graduated college. I did finally make honors after being in the military. I think it helped me focus in school and I am a better person for my service.
After all was said and done the people who were my real friends are still my friends…and my family got used to the idea and are very supportive of me now.
Nothing worth while will ever be easy nor will it be a waste. I can’t promise you that if you join that everything will magically work out. You will have ups and downs. You might have a few “why am I here?” moments…but if it is what your really want and what you desire then you should go for it.
I’ve been to 11 different countries. I’ve ejoyed my self beyond what I could have done if I hadn’t joined. I am now working at a VA Hospital and I love taking care of fellow veterans. Some people tell me I could do better at another hosptial..but I love what I do.
That is what the whole point is…you have to like what you do. You have to do something that is meaningful to you. Sucess can not be bought. If you aren’t happy then no amount of money will buy it…and nobody is going to give it to you.
The military is not for everyone..but it is not a waste. It is a noble job. Poeple do it everyday and most people there do not feel as though they are wasting their lives.
I think you would make a fine officer, if that is what you want.
Q: What are the Pros and Cons of Integrated B.Tech-MBA course in Five years?
I want to take admission in University Of Petroleum and Energy Studies(UPES), Dehradun.
My ambition is to be a Technocrat with managerial ability. But I cant make up my mind whether I should do MBA after engineering or join the integrated B.Tech-MBA course in Applied Petroleum stream which UPES, Dehradun are providing.
Please consult me whether I should opt for B.Tech only or Integrated B.Tech with MBA Course in five years.
Is there any disadvantage in joining Integrated B.Tech-MBA course? What are the pros and cons of Integrated B.Tech-MBA course in 5 years?
Please Help me.
A: Doing MBA after B.Tech wiil take 4+ 2= 6 years. But since the engineering course ends only by June-July each year as compared to normal degree courses which usually end by March-April, admissions to good B-schools will have closed by then and you might have to wait until next year before you can join for MBA. So it might take 7 years in total, whereas here you can do it in just 5 years. And don’t worry, the University Of Petroleum and Energy Studies is very good university, especially if you re going to be concentrating in a Manufacturing / Production / Transportation / Logistics / Operations specialisation.
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