I want to get a good job in information technology. I already have a liberal arts bachelor's degree and an A.A. degree. I also have A+ certification, and am confident that if I study for the other tests like Network+ and MCSE that I can pass them. I currently have a tech position fixing computers so that I can build up my resume, but it is not what I would consider a well-paying job, especially when you compare it to other tech jobs. Do I need to go back to school to get a C.S. degree so that I can get a "real" job in the tech industry?
2007-11-06 18:08:54 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Technology
regrettable yes, there are too many certified people out there competing for the same job,many with no experience. Experience is good,which you have, the C.S. degree will help
in the finial decision of a manager. Remember some certs expire, degrees do not.
2007-11-06 18:20:00 · answer #1 · answered by Carl P 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might be able to find a "real" tech job with the degrees and experience you have and the certifications you are proposing to get, but having a C.S. degree would be likely to open a lot more opportunities to you.
2007-11-06 18:13:17 · answer #2 · answered by Judy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is your long-term career goal to work with computers (hardware and software)? Computer Science is a difficult and time consuming major. Additionally, it concentratrates on programming, not computer repair. You may get some networking but I'd have to say that you should get your A+ and Network+, then look for a job that will get you experience. That job will most likely be willing to pay for the rest of your certs.
2007-11-07 05:33:19 · answer #3 · answered by misseva580 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
certs aren't as flashy as they were when they first came out.
Most hiring managers nowadays usually look at experience, degree, certs in that order.
If you are planning to stay in the infrastructure side of IT, it looks like you actually have the existing experience to break thru.... you can continue learning stuff and maybe go for a masters in information technology instead.
If you're planning to go to systems/software, it would help a lot to get a C.S. degree.
2007-11-06 18:47:56 · answer #4 · answered by icer 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the industry looks for 2 things. If you new in the field, they look for your degree. If you have been in the field for many years, they look for your experiences. Depends on your situation, do you have a lot of related experiences? If you do, you may skip your CS degree. Otherwise, get one.
2007-11-06 18:46:56 · answer #5 · answered by zephyrs 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
possibly. not necessarily though. get your resume together and see. trial & error baby
2007-11-06 18:13:42 · answer #6 · answered by GG 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋