<p>I'm not sure what exactly you want to do with EE, but I'd argue 100% that actual work experience in an industry is many times more valuable than having a masters in terms of working your way into management. They don't care what kind of theoretical knowledge you've gained - they want managers who understand the industry they will be managing. You don't gain that sort of understanding in school - you'll learn all of the technical jargon that you'll need to be an engineer, not the practical knowledge you'll need to be a manager. Why do you think business schools almost unilaterally require significant work experience these days, and are unlikely to give anyone with a masters in an unrelated discipline any sort of boost (in terms of admissions) unless they've already demonstrated excellence on the job (through promotion etc)?</p>