Leaving the workforce and going back to school can be a massive opportunity cost, and not a decision to be made lightly, according to Cenedella.
Before you make a decision, networking with leaders in your industry can help you find out whether you need a higher level degree.
"A lot of people think, 'I should get my MBA,' or 'I should go to grad school,' but they don't always need to," said Randy Block, an executive coach and staffing consultant.