I know that this really has nothing to do with children, but it is a question that I would like to hear some feedback on. My family will be going to a graduation party for a friend who has just completed his MBA. Is this a situation where I would need to give a gift, or would a card suffice? I know that gifts are expected at high school open houses, and I can even understand for a Bachelors graduation party, but it seems like the gift giving will never end if it is expected at post-graduation parties as well. I would just really like to hear about any experiences at these parties, and whether or not most people bring gifts. If so, what types of gifts (this is a grown adult in his mid 30s with a family of his own). Thanks in advance.
As someone with post-grad experience, and a lot of friends who have graduate from various post-grad programs... no one ever really expects gifts. I typically get one for a really close friend (usually a gift certificate to Barnes and Nobel or something like that), but generally get just a card for everyone.
Good luck!
College graduation is usually just as large as high school. However, You could go either way, especially given his age.
If he's not going any further or if it will be quite some time before meeting the next degree, I would give a small gift. Maybe a card and a bottle of his favorite wine/liquir or an engraved flask or pocket knife.
I hope this helps.
I'd give a card and maybe a gift card to his favorite restaurant. If he is going to need to change his work atire for the new job a clothing store might be nice. From my experience, college is just as big as high school graduation.
I agree with the others that a card should suffice. My husband and I are planning a party when he graduates, and our motivation is not to get money or gifts, but to celebrate the fact that he's finally done with school. If you know other people attending this party, you could call and ask if they are bringing a gift. Otherwise if you really feel like you should get a gift, get something small-- a business card holder is a great idea. Good luck!
B.~As a current BBA graduate I would just give him a card. I would feel strange if someone gave me a gift for completing college. Just having people come celebrate with me on the completion of my degree is enough. Gifts are not needed. Congrats to your friend who completed his MBA, I hope to be there soon also!
I agree that a card would be enough. If you want to add a small gift with it, it might be nice to give him something he can use in his new job like a business card holder. Just a thought. Good luck
Master's degree, right? I have actually not been to a party like that myself, but I wouldn't buy a gift if it were me. I'd get a card and MAYBE a bottle of something. And when I say that, I'm thinking sparkling something because I don't drink alcohol. The point is, I wouldn't spend much. It's not like he's a kid just starting out in life. Probably this occassion is more about honoring him and his accomplishment than gifts and such. Just my opinion.
