AI can now analyse data, build financial models and prepare presentations in seconds. So, in a world where technology is taking over many of the tasks traditionally associated with business roles, what does an MBA really offer, and does it still translate into better career opportunities?
In an article for MBAGATE, Umesh Kothari, Assistant Dean – Global MBA (GMBA), Master of Global Business (MGB), Graduate Certificate of Global Management (GCGM), SP Jain Global, talks about whether an MBA continues to deliver meaningful career returns as artificial intelligence reshapes the workplace and changes what employers expect from business professionals.
The article explores how the value of an MBA is evolving in the AI era. While AI can increasingly handle analytical tasks, skills such as strategic thinking, sound judgement, decision making and leadership remain critical and difficult to automate.
He looks beyond immediate salary gains to highlight the broader ROI of an MBA, including career progression, professional networks and opportunities to transition across industries, functions and geographies.
Overall, the article highlights that an MBA can still support stronger career outcomes, particularly by developing strategic thinking, decision making and leadership skills that remain essential in an AI-driven workplace.
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