4. Makes you think like a business person. As technologists, we are used to thinking in a linear and logical fashion. This logical mindset is essential to writing good software, troubleshooting technical problems and managing projects. But Business people tend to think in terms of strategies and value, and human reactions. The business perspective rely more on estimation and trial and error. The ability to think like a business person is critical for technology managers, especially those of us who wish to position IT strategically within the company. We need to know how to plan, design and build an information architecture that is capable of supporting the business as it adapts to a changing marketplace. An MBA teaches you to look at problems and opportunities holistically. It also provides analytical frameworks, such as risk assessments, cost-benefit analyses and strategic plans, that you can apply to any problem or opportunity you encounter, whether in or beyond IT.