Last bead in the debate series was the topic - Success in PR is determined by personal qualities and contacts; PR qualifications are irrelevant. A perfect ending for the MA PR 2009 class.
I missed the class debate but from class mates I understood the result of the debate was – Gaining a PR degree would be a symbol of showcsing your dedication and commitment to PR profession. Fair enough I thought. Thinking of from where I come from,India, I feel strongly that a degree in PR will really help PR aspirants to understand the mechanisms of the PR industry. And if I have to speak globally, still I feel its always to upgrade your knowledge and learn what is written in those PR books. So that you have an extra edge over others.
Work experience will teach you ON THE JOB activities. It will boost your self confidence in dealing situations, dealing media relations, dealing with clients. A PR degree on other hand will teach you how to plan and execute strategies. Introduce to the world of various case studies unheard of. In my opinion, a PR degree will do no harm to your career. It will just add to your personality. A PR degree will sort you out at the first day of your work.
Universities and institutions are not fools to run a PR degree course with them. Many argue that if it is learning from books then we can buy books and do our studies. But I feel devoting 7 months of study will be more helpful rather than the fragmented way of studying. For instance, the degree helped me who had a year’s exerience in the Indian PR industry. I decided to take up this course so that I thoroughly understand the nature of the PR industry on a global level too.
The post tittle is a very subjective question to be answered. No knowledge goes waste when pursued at the right time.
The second half of the lecture was interesting as we discussed job opportunities in UK and not to forget the WHITE LIES. Its a difficult scene to get jobs but not an impossible one.But we should not forget that our degree has equipped us with some fantastic weapons [InDesignCS3, New media, working in multicultural teams, presentation skills ]
I feel blessed that I got this chance to be among people from diverse cultures. I wish allya mates all the best. Rock the interviews and let us know if we stand a chance in your agency 
Before I end this post…watch the below video to get some tips on writing the resume…I hope it works.
ALL THE BEST FOR YOUR FUTURE.
