At what point does an IT Master’s degree start to lose its 'shelf life'? I’m two years post-grad and working in the field, but I opted for a broad IT education rather than specializing in a specific niche. Is the degree alone enough to stay competitive, or does a broad degree require supplemental certifications to stay 'fresh'?

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I don't think a master's degree is a reflection of your knowledge as much as it is a reflection of your work ethic and ability to complete a program. I mean, a doctor doesn't stop being a good doctor just because he's years out from his degree. The expectation is that you keep learning and growing outside of the classroom.

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I am sorry but recent skills matter more than your masters degree. I'll give you an example, I'd rather hire someone who has deep programming languages and experienced in Kubernetes management than someone who has a masters but little experience devops experience because that stuff matters when you've got hundreds of builds to manage on top of coding.

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I don't think it loses its shelf life to be honest with you. I definitely think you can do certifications just to stay ahead, but you don't have to. Not everyone has a Master's degree, you have to remember that.

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Degrees do not really expire, but what you do after them matters more. Staying current through hands on work, learning new tools, or a few targeted certifications keeps your profile fresh and competitive.

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