A recent article by Information Age revealed a powerful truth about the modern workforce: 10% of workers hired in 2024 are in roles that didn’t even exist in 2000. Think about that. In just over two decades, entirely new career paths have emerged—data scientists, AI marketing analysts, and sustainability managers—driven by fast-moving technological change and global challenges.
This rapid shift means the skills required for tomorrow’s top jobs are changing—fast. According to the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025, 39% of skills needed in the job market will change by 2030. The message is clear: staying competitive means staying adaptable. Hult’s Dual Degree program is designed to give you that competitive edge.
What is a Dual Degree?
A Dual Degree sees you earn two postgraduate degrees in different subject areas. You start the second degree immediately after completing the first. Think of a Dual Degree as two standalone degrees, each offering specialized knowledge in addition to the foundational work completed during a traditional single degree. It’s a fast-tracked way to equip yourself with the skills you need for the job you want.
At Hult, you’ll combine a general business degree, like a Global One-Year MBA or Master’s in Management, with a specialist degree in the area you want to work in, like marketing or finance. So, instead of taking a few electives, you can earn a whole degree in that subject and position yourself as an expert.
Take our 2-minute Dual Degree quiz to find out which combination of degrees will put you highest in demand with tomorrow’s top employers.
Why should you consider doing a Dual Degree at Hult?
1. Career acceleration. Two specialized degrees can be yours in just 18 months, so you’ll enter the workforce with a powerful combination of future-proofed skills that set you apart.
2. International experience and cross-cultural skills. With a Dual Degree, you’ll have the opportunity to study at multiple campuses around the world. This gives you the chance to expand your network, gain market knowledge, and develop global perspectives employers are looking for.
3. Expertise that gives you a competitive edge. Secure the job you really want—or be ready for the jobs of tomorrow. A Dual Degree equips you with essential core knowledge and builds on it with specialized expertise, helping you become a true subject matter expert.
4. Strong ROI. A full tuition scholarship on your second degree makes a world-class education more accessible—and delivers exceptional value. It’s a smart financial move that gives you double the expertise without doubling the cost.
Prepare for in-demand roles with Dual Degree skills
New industries and roles have emerged thanks to the speed of tech advances. Let’s take a look at four fast-growing jobs that demand a specialist blend of skills:
Financial Data Scientist
A financial data scientist plays a versatile role within finance teams, tackling tasks that range from identifying fraudulent activity to developing tailored customer service solutions. Their work may include designing advanced data systems, crafting algorithms to streamline key financial processes, or often, doing a combination of all three.
Degree combination to get an edge: MBA/Master’s in Management + Master’s in Finance
Statistic: Data scientist roles are projected to grow 36% from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations. (Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
AI Marketing Manager
An AI Marketing Manager is responsible for developing and executing marketing strategies powered by artificial intelligence. They collaborate with data scientists to improve algorithm performance, ensure seamless integration into campaigns, and manage budgets to maximize impact.
Degree combination to get an edge: Master’s in Management/MBA + Master’s in Marketing
Statistic: Use of generative AI in areas like marketing and sales rose sharply, from 33% in 2023 to 71% in 2024, signaling rapid adoption across organizations. (Source: McKinsey & Company)
Global Project Manager
Global project managers are the strategic drivers behind complex, multi-regional initiatives. From setting timelines and allocating resources to managing stakeholder expectations, they ensure that every phase of a project stays on track. These professionals thrive on collaboration, bringing together diverse teams across borders to deliver results.
Degree combination to get an edge: Master’s in Management + Master’s in Analytics/Marketing/Finance
Statistic: Nearly 40 million professionals are currently in project-related roles, with a projected need for 16 million more globally in the next decade. (Source: Project Management Institute, via The Times)
Data Engineer
Data engineers build and maintain the systems that power an organization’s data operations. They gather, structure, and store data in accessible formats, enabling teams to analyze and act on insights more efficiently. Working closely with analysts, data scientists, and leadership, they ensure that data infrastructure aligns with business goals, often holding senior-level positions due to the complexity and impact of their work.
Degree combination to get an edge: MBA + Master’s in Business Analytics
Statistic: With job growth topping 30% annually, data engineering stands out as one of the most in-demand roles. (Source: LinkedIn Emerging Jobs Report)
Christian’s story: The Dual Degree in San Francisco
Born and raised in the Philippines, Christian has always had a passion for global experiences and a knack for bold moves. With a Bachelor’s in International Hospitality Management, he kicked off his career with internships in Lake Tahoe, Nevada, and Morristown, New Jersey—so when he came back to the US years later, it wasn’t his first rodeo.
Christian spent six years working in hospitality operations before deciding in 2019, that it was time for a change. He was set to start an internship in Savannah, Georgia, but the pandemic had other plans. Back home in the Philippines and suddenly grounded, Christian launched a product-based e-commerce business. It was a crash course in entrepreneurship—and a humbling one.
“I realized I had the hustle,” he says, “but not the fundamentals.”
That’s when a timely call from Hult’s enrollment team introduced him to our master’s degree options. Christian chose the San Francisco campus over Boston for one very specific reason: the weather.
From there, everything clicked. After completing his initial master’s degree, he kept the momentum going with Hult’s Dual Degree track—earning a second Master’s in Business Analytics.
“The Dual Degree program was the best of both worlds,” he says. “I got to develop my creative side and sharpen my analytical thinking.”
The long-term goal? To revive his business and bring it stateside, using every insight he’s picked up along the way.
“San Francisco wasn’t just where I studied. It’s where I started again—and this time, with purpose.”
“The Dual Degree program was the best of both worlds—I got to develop my creative side and sharpen my analytical thinking.”
Ready to secure the career of your dreams or be prepared to land the job of tomorrow? Check out Hult’s Dual Degree options. If you apply to Hult by our upcoming application deadline of April 30, you’ll be eligible for a full tuition scholarship on your second degree.
