Hi Guys!

Around Christmas I will graduate with a professional pilot degree. I am considering taking a master’s degree while building time as a CFI. It would be something relevant such as aviation safety or management. However, master’s degrees specifically designed for pilots does not seem common at all which makes me wonder.

- Are there any benefits to having a master’s degree? Higher chance of employment? Faster upgrade times etc.?
- Or do the airlines not even care thus making it a waste of time and money?

I have tried to ask around my flight school but nobody seems to have an answer. I have heard people who hold master’s degree move faster from the regionals to the majors, but I am unsure how valid that information is.

I would love to hear from anybody who can share some personal insight, especially someone involved in the hiring process with an airline.

Thanks!