Many midlevel and senior managers find that, at some point in their career, they have need of specialized knowledge in order to move to the next level. Executive programs often aim to offer access to relevant business information necessary for advancement.

A Master of Business Administration is a degree program that may help students to improve and diversify their skill set. Many schools offer MBA programs either online or part-time, so that students who are busy with careers and families can further their education in a convenient manner.