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So, I posted a while back that I was interested in getting a BS in Environmental Studies or Natural Resources. I love the environment and wanted to make a difference there. However, 15 years of "Marineing" has taken a toll on my body. Slowly but surely I'm realizing that if I'm as broke down as I am at 33 (partially ruptured plantar fascia, low to no cartilage in both knees, partially torn rotator cuff, etc, etc) that I can only imagine where I'll be at 38 and beyond. It's not like my injuries are going to heal either with a lack of down time. Anyway, (I'm done crying:boohoo I have been looking at what would be a job that is in demand, wouldn't require me to be on my feet a lot, and would be a degree that I can work towards online. Business Administration in general popped into my head. After that, I concluded that my resume of having 20 years as a Marine will give me plenty of credibility as a manager. So I started looking at an Associates in Accounting. I know I can't be a CPA with an associates and that CPA is the money maker so please don't advise me of that.
I guess my question is would my combined military experience and the degree get me something paying around 35K-50K. I'm not looking to be rolling in money. I'm not a guy driven by money. I just want to take care of my family, fulfill my financial obligations, and have a job until I'm around 55-58. Very modest goals I think. I would consider pursuing a BS in Accounting later, however, I received some advice that I think is good. "It's better to have an Associates and be pursuing a Bachelors at a job interview that to be just pursuing a Bachelors." Any advice from anyone? Whether you're an accountant or not. Thanks in advance guys.
I guess my question is would my combined military experience and the degree get me something paying around 35K-50K. I'm not looking to be rolling in money. I'm not a guy driven by money. I just want to take care of my family, fulfill my financial obligations, and have a job until I'm around 55-58. Very modest goals I think. I would consider pursuing a BS in Accounting later, however, I received some advice that I think is good. "It's better to have an Associates and be pursuing a Bachelors at a job interview that to be just pursuing a Bachelors." Any advice from anyone? Whether you're an accountant or not. Thanks in advance guys.