Radhika
Would getting a Computer Science degree with a minor in business (or double majoring in both subjects) be better than getting an Information Technology Management Degree?
I am interested in the computer science field but I'd like to move up in my field on the business side of technology. I understand that ITS incorporates both computer science and business however I am worried that I won't get as much exposure to Computer Science, which is what I'd like to learn first. #computer-science #business
2 answers
Davor Gornik
Davor’s Answer
You can do a lot with the CS degree, but you will need MB from a certain level of management typically beyond director position. This can be replaced bu a lot of experience in the field, but the reality is that whenever a HR department per-qualifies candidates real MB will give you additional points and without this degree you will be filtered out and not even have a chance to be called for an interview to prove your experience.
If your target are smaller companies and start-ups and technical leadership position, your knowledge will be more important including work with open source technologies, volunteering your work in such projects, organizational positions there, etc.
Joanne Mammarelli
Joanne’s Answer
I tell my sons to go get the skill first (in this case computer science) then you can embellish it with business classes.
Knowing the core material makes managing it easier.