Shanghai Jiao Tong University - Antai College of Economics & Management - Executive Development

There is a wide range of benefits to a career from an executive education, including expanding your network and gaining practical skills. The key is to make the most of the experience while completing the degree and not leave behind those important contacts.

There are concrete benefits to a degree, from skills you can apply in the workplace to aiding a career change and growing your network. Here's a look at how to evaluate whether a program will be worth the money.

From approaching an employer to finding grants, there are several options that can give students the financial means to get an executive degree.