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Is it smart to have a Bachelor's/Master's in business as a backup while you're trying to pursue a career in a different industry (ie. entertainment, music, theater, etc.)?

I have a strong passion for performing arts, specifically theatre. However, I know being an actor does not always guarantee a stable job every moment of your life. Therefore, people have told me to have a Plan B career and I've chosen on that to be Finance. I was just wondering if I'd have to automatically pursue business if I get my degree in it. #business #finance #entertainment #theater

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Alex’s Answer

Pursuing a career in acting is incredibly difficult, especially since you don't need a degree to pursue it. If you can see yourself being anything else, I'd recommend the double major or minor. Honestly I think you can sum it up this way: if you want a career, go into business; if you want to practice your art, go into the performing arts. I got a degree in Acting, and I am very happy I did; but almost all of my jobs post graduation came from the people I met along the way after college, not because of my degree.
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Todd’s Answer

Yes! Get your degree in business or law.
It's not called 'show art'.
My MBA has served me exceedingly well over the last 20years.
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Joe’s Answer

I think double majoring or minoring in business in undergrad while pursuing your passions around entertainment makes sense. The business classes will offer you a great opportunity to expand your knowledge, meet different types of people and it may even give you an alternate route into the entertainment field outside of being the actual entertainer. Furthermore, if you are successful in your entertainment goals, your business knowledge will allow you to potentially start your own company or at least it will give you the foundation for making smart financial decisions.


As far as pursuing a Masters in Business as a backup, this does not make sense. The cost and time associated with a Masters is substantial. It would be difficult to focus on a career outside of a full-time MBA program and the debt that would come out of it would likely preclude you from taking chances that could further your entertainment goals.
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