My two cents..
My career was almost a non-starter due to my MBA. Although I had some practical experience it did not hold water. There were loads of questions regarding why I wished to diversify into HR specifically and I was overqualified for the posts I was applying for.
I was warned this might be the case.
I created a trello board and worked on finding a job from 8am-6pm every day. I was extremely organised and networked like crazy. Fortunately, my network, degree and experience finally got me an interview, which took me 4 days of rigorous studying and preparation. However these were not the reasons why I was hired, it boiled down to potential that I had (their words). It took me 5 months of solid work and many many job applications. I also had a professional help proofread and make recommendations to my CV, worth every pound.
The practical experience is an absolute must, coupled with masters will be a great addition for your career. Its when you have the masters and no experience that can be a hindrance.
