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Two Views + Your
Opinion
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Two Views + Your Opinion

Some people think that getting a degree from university is the best way
to secure a good job. Others believe that employers value work
experience more than a university degree. Discuss both views and give
your opinion.

At some point in their lives, all people face the challenge of entering the labour market,
hoping to find a great job. However, there is an ongoing debate about what future
employers look for, a university education or hands-on experience. In my opinion, it all
depends on the nature of the job one aspires to.

Thinking about various occupations, it becomes clear that certain jobs require a
university degree in a relevant subject from anyone who wants to enter that career
path. This condition is clearly stated in the job adverts, and for such jobs no amount of
work experience can replace a higher education. Examples of such occupations are
doctors and engineers. A nurse who has been working in a hospital for ten years will not
become a doctor. This is because these professions require highly specialised
knowledge that can only be gained through many years of higher education.
However, not all jobs are like that.

In some industries, work experience seems more valuable than a degree. When I
worked in a bank, some of our managers, who had only secondary education, were
promoted to top positions because they knew how the department works inside out.
They clearly had an advantage over those with a master’s degree who had just joined
the bank. From this example, it is obvious that some jobs require extensive knowledge of
the business, and in such cases employers will favour those with several years of
experience over fresh university graduates.

In conclusion, it seems there is no single path to getting a great job. While a university
degree is a prerequisite for some jobs, work experience may be more important for
others. Researching the typical requirements for desired positions will help one to make
the right choice. (293 words)

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