As stated, the value of an MBA kicks in later in life. However, if you join the Big Data team of any organisation, with an MBA, you would be among a select few to hold qualifications in both MBA and Data Science, remember that the latter is still a relatively new skill. MBA grads are usually considered first for Management positions; very quickly you will become Business Analysts Business Intelligence analyst, Senior Data Scientist. And in time it is not inconceivable that you would become an Executive Board member as the Data Analyst has among the widest range of knowledge in any company; over the years it is the Data Analyst who’s unlocked the many new potentials, did the algorithms for the best decision making, predicted outcomes that shielded the company from the uncertainties of economic fluctuations, and helped shape the strategies for the company to be where it is – it is but natural for such an allrounder to be considered for jobs in the upper management of the corporate ladder! Data Science is not just a temporary phenomenon like a fashionable garment, it’s the present & the future of company & organisational success for decades to come. It will become the core function of all sectors, whether private enterprise or government, for years to come. A career in this field is quite exciting and challenging as well. You get a chance to help decision making of a business and to plot its path to achieve its goals; with key roles in top management with critical decision-making powers. Such roles are much in high demand but short in supply with competent talent. The salary hikes are great, as are most IT jobs, and opportunities to grow fast are even greater. An MBA fortifies business acumen in one, if it’s complemented with Data Analytics, you are going to be insanely valuable to an organization.