As a new agent working in commercial, I need advice on my next direction regarding my education. Should I finish my degree or work on CCIM designation?
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[{"id": "cy1fs36", "text": "Get your degree", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "cy1fu4o", "text": "A degree will be worth a lot more to potential employers (depending on the degree).  ", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "cy1xjoy", "text": "I'm fairly successful and I don't have a degree. I don't even really think about it or feel that I need one for my job. I am currently working on getting my CCIM designation because I feel like I could use that knowledge in my work. But that's just me. I have to note though, that I do want a degree and I plan on getting one someday. Just not necessarily for my job.", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "cy3fehg", "text": "We are in a relationship heavy business not a \"knowledge\" heavy business. Nobody cares where you went to school or even asks. Im my opinion, I say go for the CCIM ", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "cy8iwjt", "text": "Depending on where you are going to school the CCIM Institute might be connected with the fast track program or university affiliate member.  I can't remember what it is called exactly.  Ideally, you should do both.  A degree is something you will always need and the CCIM designation will take you far in your career and give you the specialized skill set for commercial real estate.  You can start working on your portfolio of qualifying experience after taking 101.  I tell people who inquire about the designation to take Intro (I think its called Foundations of CRE now).  If you like it continue, if not you only have a few hours in one class.  Also, the CCIM Institute is moving toward blended learning (mix of online and in-class).  I am a CCIM designee.  Hope that helps.", "replies": [], "depth": 1}]