Pursuing a Degree as an Adult – Madness or a Smart Investment?

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Work is busy. Home is even busier. And then you see on social media that someone you know has started studying again – a degree, part-time studies, business management… You’ve quietly thought about it yourself, but doubts keep circling in your head: How will I manage it? Am I too old for this? What if I can’t keep up?

You’re not alone. More and more adult learners today are looking for education that doesn’t disrupt their life, but complements it. That’s exactly what EBS’s part-time Bachelor’s programme in Entrepreneurship and Business Administration offers.

 

Why studying as an adult feels daunting – and why it’s actually empowering

Many of us grew up thinking that studying is something you do as a teenager or in your early twenties. That if you don’t go to university straight after secondary school, the train has left the station. Not true.

The modern world of work changes so quickly that lifelong learning is no longer a luxury – it’s a survival strategy. And as an adult, you have a key advantage: experience. You know how to study with purpose, you understand what you need, and you can immediately apply what you learn in practice.

 

EBS’s part-time studies are designed precisely for people like you: there’s no need to turn your life upside down to get an education – your studies fit around your life, not the other way round.

 

Five skills every successful leader needs in 2025 – and how EBS helps you build them

EBS’s updated curriculum offers more than lectures – it equips you with real-world skills that employers truly value. Here are five key competencies the programme focuses on:

  • Systems thinking. See the big picture, understand key connections, and solve complex problems.
  • Financial literacy. Understand profit and loss statements, budgets and ROI – even if numbers aren’t your thing.
  • Digital leadership. Learn to manage teams and projects in hybrid environments using digital tools.
  • Innovation readiness. Test, fail, learn and build better solutions. Learning is practical and grounded in reality.
  • Emotional intelligence. Ideas come from people. Learn how to inspire and support them in bringing those ideas to life.

Three simple questions to help you decide if part-time studies are right for you

  • Wondering if this study format might work for you? Ask yourself:
  • Am I currently working or planning to start work soon?
  • Do I value independence and flexible time management?
  • Do I want to progress in my career or start my own business?

If you answered “yes” to at least two, part-time studies are very likely the right choice for you.

 

In conclusion: studying isn’t a pause – it’s a leap forward.

Part-time studies at EBS don’t require you to give up your job or personal life. They support your growth and development, offering new knowledge, networks and the confidence to take your next big step. The renewed Entrepreneurship and Business Administration curriculum is the launchpad you’ve been looking for – whether your goal is career advancement, starting a company, or simply keeping up with the times.

 

Find out more and apply today!