Does Education really help in getting a good job?

Question

I don't really understand how education is related to getting a good job at the end. When I was young, I thought you study well to get a good job, but the country that I'm living in, is stupid because, people do not need to educate themselves to get a job. Most teenagers get jobs and by the time, they're adults, they are just doing well in the workforce.

Now, just in regards to me only, I was thinking to do a course in order to enhance my skills, but have graduated in "Computer Science". There are these private courses where you pay a high price to get educated in the "practical" sense, but sometimes I believe, they're just another kind of "bad business" and see me as "$" sign?

My question really is, should I really go for these courses? Mind you, I am a colored person who graduated in "Bachelor of Science in Computer Science", but have not got a good job in my field. Is there racism involved in this matter? Please give opinions and let me know if I should do these courses?

Answer 1

I don't care what country you live in or what language you speak -

If you can not read
If you can not add, subtract, multiply, or divide
If you can not use reason to solve a problem

You are unemployable. Simple as that

A BS in computer science is not a guarantee. You can't tell me that there were no job fairs held at your college - the jobs are there - you need to go find them - they won't just come to you.

Answer 2

By all means education is a determining factor in obtaining better jobs.It is however not the only factor.I'm sure you heard of the saying,"It's not what you know it's who you know.I think this is the strongest factor anyone can rely on while climbing the corporate ladder.Ironical, you meet some of these power associates while attending school, through organizations,fraternity etc.
How many times have you heard of someone partying through every hr. of school and once they graduate they get better jobs then most dean's list
students.
I too, as a colored person is wrestling with the idea of going back for more schooling,and wondering if it would really make a difference.As I
study history I see signs of successful people ,both white and black ;who has made great accomplishments with out any degrees.Still in all education is very liberating despite the fact of anyone recognizing your true potentials.Stay focused,stay strong,and most important stay determined to make a difference.Let your presence be felt in whatever position you may now
hold,never become discouraged.

Answer 3

Now that I've been out in the workforce almost two-years post-undergrad, I've found that if I would have done just as well getting a job right after high school and building experience. While my friends that did not choose to go to college spent those four years living with their parents and building experience, I racked up credit card and student loan debt, and got a "Liberal Arts" Education. Now, two years after graduation, I'm indebt and making less money than them.
I'm not necessarily saying that post-secondary education is all bad, but for those that do not know exactly what they want, its not going to help them any more than it confuses them.
If I had it to do all over again, I probably would've stayed home, worked, and gone to school part-time, so at the end of a longer period of time, I would've had experience and education upon my full-release into becoming a responsible adult. Hindsight blows.

Answer 4

Yes it does. Good Education helps a lot in getting a better job, you might not get your ideal job at first but you have to work your way up.

Like the country am in, if you don't have any qualification for the kind of job that you like but you do have knowledge, you'll still not get a chance for an interview or whatsoever...

Even in order to succeed if you're self employ, you still need to have a good education to know the do's and don't's of a business or whatever. Good education also affects your personality and your outlook in life. You just need to know how to properly use it.

You should never stop learning...

Answer 5

Without knowing where you are located, this is difficult to answer. In the U.S., there are many jobs available to people with our without advanced education; however, many companies require certain educational levels for certain jobs such as management or positions requiring technical skills. Education may not help you to get a job but it will help you to advance into the higher-paying jobs.

If you have a BSCS you have an excellent education for most positions in the computer science field up to a mid-management level. For executive level jobs, an advanced degree such as a master's might be required. If you are considering paying a lot of money for specialized courses, I'd advise against it unless they are courses you really need to remain current with your technical skills. Even then, I might take a course at a local college or university rather than a vocational course such as the one you mention.

As far as whether or not there is racism involved in your job search, I can't tell you since you don't really provide enough info for me to give an opinion.

Good luck.

Answer 6

Of course education is an important part. Hell, im studying to be a HVAC (heating and air) tech. Im having to go to college for that! You cant get anywhere without a education these days. Who would have thought.........

Answer 7

FEW IGNORANT PEOPLE (SAVE BUSHES-MONEY TALKS) BECOME PRESIDENT.

EDUCATION OPENS DOORS.
BE IT SMALL DOORS OR LARGE...