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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I am a supervisor/hiring official at a federal agency that employs a number of people with multiple post-bach degrees.  Here's my take: if it indicates a steady and logical career path, multiple degrees is no problem.  For instance, I've seen a master's in economics followed by an MBA, and an MBA followed by a PhD in economics.  Clearly the same general focus area, with an interest in both finance and management.  Or if someone has a PhD in biology, followed by an MPH.  That's all great, and is only a plus.

Where it's a problem is when candidates have a bunch of completely unrelated degrees that indicate a lack of focus or strategic thinking.  I've seen, for instance, an MFA in creative writing, followed by a masters in political science, followed by a JD.  Typically, these candidates also don't have very much useful work experience (bookstore assistant manager often accompanies these resumes).  This will hurt them, but not because they are intimidating.  But because I seriously question whether they will be dedicated.

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I like what you say about a general focus area.  That is what the jobseeker has to communicate.[/quote]

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