I have a B.A. degree in English, but I've been surprised to find out how many CMs don't have degrees. Is it unusual for a CM to not have a degree? Do you all find it necessary to have a degree to succeed in this job?

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It is not unusual for a CM to not have a degree. In fact, many CMs have started their careers without a degree and have gone on to be successful. A degree can be helpful in getting your foot in the door, but it is not essential.

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I feel like it never really comes up in my conversations, but I'm sure that's because people without degrees are not so eager to broadcast that information. I have a 4 year degree, but I've definitely wished that I didn't go into any student debt in my early 20s and just advanced my career by work experience. So good for y'all who skipped out on the student debt path!

Nope. It is not unusual. Most of them had prior experience, so that's already a huge factor.

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