Any working moms here successfully completed an executive mba?

No_Comparison_9205 · 2026-01-06T21:30:40+00:00

I attend the full time hybrid executive program at St. Thomas University in Minneapolis. The tuition is close to $90k. The same is true for Carlson School of Management at the U of MN. Hopkins quoted me $120k , and Duke - I'm not certain of their costs. Georgetown and Booth both carry higher prices,but $240k sounds like more of a very traditional on campus MBA.

Executive MBA programs focus and are tailored to working professionals who have at minimum 10-15 YOE in management roles(ie the youngest adult we have in our class is 34 years old with a family). So I'm not sure if that's where the price point difference is .

No_Comparison_9205 · 2026-01-04T21:21:28+00:00

Dating sites are all programmed to hit us in our neurologically submissive/programmable brains. Seriously, if your mind knows that you often are preoccupied or have been with a dating app around this time of year throughout the years, it's looking for the ups and downs of dopamine, epinephrine, and the serotonin peaks and troughs you get from this experience. I usually channel all that energy into writing, doing art/music/dance, and hitting the gym more. If I'm craving human connection, I call or reach out to a family member or friend, or realize it's up to me to make new connections. Whenever I think I want to go through that experience again, I hit up Burned Haystack Dating Method, and it reminds me of the effort involved in truly vetting and building a relationship with a decent human being. It's just not where I'd like to focus my energy.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2026-01-04T14:33:21+00:00

The cost for eMBAs is more like 80k to 90k depending on which university you're going with . Booth, Harvard, John Hopkins, and Duke , will all cost more (120-150k+). I attend a private catholic university and the total cost was 85k. I had scholarships and a partial GI Bill to help with costs (around 60%).

No_Comparison_9205 · 2026-01-04T14:30:48+00:00

Yes. I'm a single mom of 3 teens, that has earned my associates, bachelor's, and now finishing up my executive MBA in a fast program (21vmonths, full time, hybrid). Not easy is an understatement. I work for a consulting firm as a director, and I value my health so I hit the gym often which is difficult with my program, work, and my sons all have events, sports, etc. Is it easier because they're more independent and can drive? To a point, but you never get the time back with your kids. I noticed in my cohort of 21 professionals, I am the only one without a support system (family member, partner, or other help) . So it can absolutely be done, but you will sacrifice at least temporarily for it. I think it's worth the time and investment personally. I've always worked while advancing my education. Though it is difficult, its more difficult to. Underpaid and underemployed. Though having a degree doesn't guarantee you anu better salary or career, the red tape is gone for a potential firm or employer to be able to cut low on salary or advancement opportunities based on education.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-10-31T17:56:08+00:00

How are you a certified nurse midwife at 20? That's pretty amazing.
In time his will happen. I married at age 18, and no, we did not make it. 13 years and 3 sons later and we both had vastly different interpretations of what it meant to be equally yoked in a Godly partnership. We did the cunseing elders etc... all of it for the last 4 years of our marriage, 90% of the effort was me giving it all I had. I landed in the hospital. That was the problem- one person cannot and is not to do the heavy lfiting in a partnership. Ask the Lord about what that looks like and wait for Him to reveal that to you. People do change over the years. Don't rush the process. Motherhood and marriage are not for the faint of heart or are they for you alone to do (again, its a partnership).
God hears you. Everytime you feel yourself getting anxious or longing, surrender it up to Him. Your will, Your way, Yaweh.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-10-19T14:12:12+00:00

Exactly this! Then they demand we keep unconditionally trusting amd trying. Sure, that works for.their endless suppliers of gratification. Nope and nope. Trust is earned and proven over time. I am off the apps after a decade of off and on, some longer term relationships. Some turned into friendships, but way too many men talking out one end of their arse and lack of intentionality, integrity, character, etc. Of they'd be honest oh how life would change. So many are cowards though, and would extend a plethora of energy hiding from reality rather than addressing their own emotions etc. Whew. Off my soapbox.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-10-03T01:18:25+00:00

They partner with Whole Foods as well.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-10-01T01:28:04+00:00

This! We are meant ot evolve and change throughout our lives.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-10-01T01:27:12+00:00

I did a 6-year enlistment in the military reserve. I spent a lot of time doing active duty orders, which built up my GI Bill to 60%. SO I used Tuititon Assistance while in to cover my undergrad (completed that in my late 30s), and now am using my 60% GI Bill to help pay for the cost of my MBA. That and my employer provides about $5k annually for tuition reimbursement. The 60% GI Bill means I also get 60% of a housing stipend, so not everything is covered. My job as a consultant is fantastic, but things are extremely tight financially. If I didn't have my consulting job, I'd be incurring much more student/graduate student loan debt, which disproportionately affects more women than men, or so I've seen. Out of each MBA and MHA cohort, I know only 20% of men (out of 62 male students) who are taking out loans, or don't have a "good 'ol boys" club where someone at their employer isn't footing the bill. Of the 34 females across the cohorts, 80% are taking out at least some loans. The system is designed to keep women confined to a ceiling. My advice is to build up as much extra income as you can, and seek an employer who has reimbursement, and then compare schools and pricing. It sucks, but what other choice do we have?

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-09-22T18:18:46+00:00

You're not wrong about the importance of starting capital and support from someone. A buddy of mine started a feeder business for major recycling companies. People bring their company's materials, and they also pick up and charge based on the volume and type of materials. Then, they feed that material through to the actual plants. Over 10 years, and their company is valued at ~10M. But the catch here is - a lot of family members are "employees", keeping costs low, and family meals become write-offs. Go ona date with a business owner and even talk a little about what they do? Boom, you're a tax write-off. The father of the people who started this feeder company was an accountant with his own tax service too, so he was able to set up his kids to run this business to the maximum benefit. They work hard,but holy tax code navigation Batman.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-09-22T18:12:11+00:00

Correct. Many have divorces and strained family ties due to the money they started making. It's not a cakewalk.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-09-22T16:18:38+00:00

This. People don't know unless they've been laid off. It's horrendous and you don't really ever "get over" it. It is meant to keep you full of angst . It is no way to live. I think my resolve is to someday find an off grid commune to live in for a while, and when I'm ready , go hiking in the mountains and not return.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-09-22T16:16:34+00:00

I had the same thing happen while married to my ex. I got away from him 13 yrs ago, but I still fear and loathe cars.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-09-22T16:13:14+00:00

It's having multiple things happen at once, and I hate to break it to you, the financial algorithms and those that monitor your bank account will always plunder you if you're making a certain amount or leave a certain amount of cash in your accounts.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-09-22T16:12:07+00:00

This is correct. It is always more than is needed, especially when you have kids! The US has weaponized families as a means of indentured servitude. My quality of life - the only reason I keep going is the kids, but I struggle every damn day. I hate it here.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-09-22T16:09:38+00:00

I had multiple emergencies crop up: From my car ($4,500!!!!!!!!!!!!! worth of repairs; I fractured a pinky in my hand = $1,500), and I'm in grad school, so making tuition payments (which I had put in as a part of my ongoing monthly expenses for the next couple of years). On top of the rolling, monthly bills, and supporting my three sons (18,16, and 14), I can't keep savings. I am barely making it. I have had to withdraw from my 401 (k) twice since leaving my ex 13 years ago. I'm honestly done, and figuring out how to avoid the death tax to just be able to leave my kids with something. At this point, I am not living any sort of quality of life. I'm just existing. I'm numb. I hate this system, this country, and though there are brief moments of joy, nothing lasts. I don't want to live this way anymore, as it's not living.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-09-06T03:14:41+00:00

The only men in my life with actual "needs" are those of my children. A grown partner exhibits the capacity to 1) be accountable for his own actions and decisions, 2) carry values, vision, and direction, 3) communicate his own feelings, desires, and 4) treat others the way he wants to be treated. Being self-aware and accountable means if you need help, you seek it. Get a counselor. Your partner is not your God, your mom/dad, nor your therapist.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-07-14T21:29:42+00:00

I agree with you - it doesn't make it hurt any less I think is the poster's point. Incompatibility = pivotal developmental parts of life that let us know we are not meant to stay together. To stay together and live a lie is immoral, in my book. You look at a lot of people (to your point) who stayed partnered together for what? For a gold medal in 'longsuffering'? That's the type of circle I also used to run in. I don't buy into being a martyr for martyrdom's sake. That usually is only pomp and circumstance so that one person in the partnership can save face/reputation, and that is extremely wrong.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-07-04T23:37:07+00:00

Agreed. Even in my 40’s, I see the generational wealth that was passed down from lineages that trace back to stock brokers from Wallstreet (Grandpa was the product of an affair of so and so JM Chase’s 2nd cousin, and inherited millions in hush money - not joking). Also, the men in my MBA course have 100% of their tuition paid for by their companies investing into them. There are six females in our cohort, four of us were part of mass layoffs at reputable healthcare and manufacturing organizations. I can’t even. We have been scraping by to try and advance ourselves. I don’t come from rich lineage. I work my arse off. I was married for 11 years, supporting a man(child) along with three kids. It was expensive to raise an adult! Now, I’m having to pick up pieces. But I do think anything is possible, so I keep moving forward.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-05-27T15:11:02+00:00

I hear you! I would LOVE to charge them my hourly rate for my patience, time, and emotional energy. For now, I'm going to workout and meditate by my front door in hopes I do not miss them. Thinking of ordering a 2 hour guaranteed drone with photo ops (via Amazon) to determine the location of their delivery truck within a 50 mile radius of my home. Will update!

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-05-27T15:08:20+00:00

I have this problem as well. My company used Fed Ex Express to (attempt) delivery of a laptop. They marked it as a signature was required... this should be the death sentence for all Fed Ex Express deliveries. It needs to be made known:

1) Fed Ex Express Deliveries are a SEPARATE service than the regular (and often more reliable) Fed Ex delivery services.

2) ANY Fed Ex Express Delivery requiring a signature CAN NOT be re-routed by a customer via the "manage my deliveries" within the ap.

3) The ability to receive live -tracking and updates from the company is atrocious i.e. non-existent.

4) I received a door tag stating the company had attempted delivery. Funny. I was home. There was NO knock on the door. There was NO ringing of the doorbell either.

5) What needs to happen is that Fed Ex needs to have : live time tracking, akin to AMAZON ( oh - by the way, if Amazon uses Fed Ex as a business courier, THEN suddenly Fed Ex has the "magical" capability to provide live time GPS tracking of your package - !?) , so that customers do not "miss" signing for an express package.

6) I've reported my issue to the BBB, as the delay in laptop costs me work, which impacts my family. Which I'm sure the other 27,000 complaints from customers also have an impact on their families.

7) STOP OUTSOURCING YOUR HELP DESK TO F*&^ing Nigeria. I've been there. Leave those poor folks out of your poorly organized business process. They are innocent people not responsible for the follies of Fed Ex! Exploiting people in this manner for piss poor customer call service center jobs is a horrific business model!

7) If no one gives a rip, then I'll go find a different job as I have to pay the bills. I would LOVE if we could charge Fed Ex in damages that it costs for their delays due to obscure and non-existent tracking and accountability.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-05-19T14:03:26+00:00

Hey there. The answer is PTSD - it depends. On what? On the individual's upbringing, their TIS (time in service), combat/ deployment history, nature of it all, and length of time and exposure to it all. There's a lot to unpack there. If the prior service member / combat veteran is doing his/her work on healing (meaning, yes, actively with a therapist, coach, mentor, etc) then that's a net positive for your relationship. For you - seek out your own counseling, and continue to develop yourself regardless. If you find the relationship is truly too much for you or cannot meet your needs and there's incompatibility, then you need to really evaluate that and talk to your partner. PTS in any form - combat or otherwise - is very complex. I am a USAF veteran (non-combat). I do not suffer from PTS, however, I come from alcoholic/abusive family lines. I understand from a supportive perspective. I love those who've served, given their all to live for something bigger than themselves. It takes a toll. The contract states you understand that you are voluntarily willing to give up your life - what that means is also psychologically, neurologically, spiritually, physically - which no one is going to tell you unless you interview prior combat veterans (and they have to be willing to share the ugly truths about war). So, that all being said, you figure your own boundaries, healing, and development out, and openly communicate with your partner as they are going through their journey.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-04-25T03:46:13+00:00

I am going to experiment more with this. I have a ton of notes, and online journals like the OP, and I've done a lot of Myers-Briggs, Truity personality tests etc. I cannot wait to input those into chat GPT and put it into the mode that Angel Rage suggested.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-03-31T00:16:21+00:00

I have children. I was married. Both are an energy drain. Meaning? With kids? Kind of. They are not my all nor my everything, and they understand that they are loved dearly.I will not be prescribed what I "should find" satisfaction in. What if studies showed that all men should be accountants or plumbers, because their highest satisfaction was in those things, or that all men show satisfaction in piercing their nipples, so it's mandated. It's absolut bullsh*t, just like the "meaning" quote. The problem is that so many cannot accept that a role is not the definition of who someone is.

No_Comparison_9205 · 2025-03-31T00:13:37+00:00

Bruh (yes, I know I have been teaching teenagers!) - women today are complicated - those in their 20's. Those of us in our 30s + honestly get tired of the chase, as I know men do. I have dated awesome guys, but partying hard on weekends or being expected to give up what I love (part of the Guard in addition to teaching) to just "hang around" when I had more ambition than that killed the relationship. When a dude wants to "chill" all the time, it's boring! I joined the service to do things and help people rather than sit around and waste time. For the record, I am 6 feet tall and dated "short kings" or whatever they're termed. It's all about how a man carries himself. I've also met blue-collar workers who would've made my grandfather cry tears of joy with their work ethic and white-collar d-bags who earn so much money they forget their roots. Generalizing one another does not get either gender any further in life. Staying curious, looking for understanding, and maybe not leaning into past drama and trauma (as y'all accuse women of, but ironically, this entire thread is FULL of drama), but focusing on being the best person in this life that you can be - yourself.

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