It is no surprise that today's economy has caused companies to begin layoffs. The victims of these layoffs have been those who either have out of date skills and educations or those who have no higher education at all. Also, once popular careers and college degrees may no longer be needed in the work force. This may cause professionals to look for a more competitive degree to keep up with the modern work force. This may also impress their bosses with their initiative in furthering their education. It is now much more difficult for young people to make a decent
