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Nick Koan · 2011-11-01, 02:22 PM

I pretty much agree with everything Scott said.

I think the CS minor will help you quite a bit. I'd say go for it. Depending on the IS work you end up doing, it may not directly provide any job skills, but it will set your resume apart. It also opens the door to IS jobs that might entail a little programming or a deeper understanding of how software is developed. Heck, it could even open you up to full time software engineering if you find you really like it.

The interesting thing about computer related majors (both IS and CS type degrees) is that you don't really come out with the exact skills you need. You (should) come out with a deep understanding of computers, and (hopefully) the ability to pick up the skills you need as you need them. No matter what you do, expect to be continually learning as you work.

2011-11-01, 02:22 PM	#5
Nick Koan JDM Cowboy Real Name: Nick Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Somewhere Posts: 8,642 Car: 2015 Mazda 3	I pretty much agree with everything Scott said. I think the CS minor will help you quite a bit. I'd say go for it. Depending on the IS work you end up doing, it may not directly provide any job skills, but it will set your resume apart. It also opens the door to IS jobs that might entail a little programming or a deeper understanding of how software is developed. Heck, it could even open you up to full time software engineering if you find you really like it. The interesting thing about computer related majors (both IS and CS type degrees) is that you don't really come out with the exact skills you need. You (should) come out with a deep understanding of computers, and (hopefully) the ability to pick up the skills you need as you need them. No matter what you do, expect to be continually learning as you work. __________________ While a standard engine is powered by a belt connected to the crankshaft, a turbo engine runs on its own exhaust steam, making it more energy efficient. -- CNN Last edited by Nick Koan; 2011-11-01 at 02:32 PM.