If it’s become apparent that employers are searching for skills that you simply don’t have, you may start to feel panicked. How can you get a job if your resume just isn’t up to par? But before you immediately decide to enroll in a pricy Master’s program, know that there are other options that will allow you to beef up your desirable skills in a shorter amount of time. Some of these options include: Volunteer work: Let’s say that you’re constantly getting passed over for jobs because you simply don’t have enough experience doing public relations. Read more.