computer science minor vs. kill gpa

<p>Sorry in advance that this is so long, but if you guys could give me some advice, I'd appreciate it. </p>

<p>So i'm currently majoring in Economics, but my GPA isn't great (3.5 ish) so far without many classes in my major either. I definitely want to go into (like everyone else)... i-banking or consulting after undergrad.... and I know that GPA is definitely what they look at, so I know I need to keep it up. but if that doesn't work out, then something finance, or even business related in the hi-tech/corporate world. </p>

<p>That being said, I have recently discovered that I really enjoy computer science, BUT I am not a computer whiz like many, and it would take a lot of work out of me, just to minor in it. Also, my GPA will probably not die, but it will probably lower my GPA quite a bit, compared to if I didn't take CS classes. </p>

<p>The plus is that I could also increase my chances of being hired by a high tech company. (example: google, yahoo... jobs that dont' require me to program 24/7, but require programming knowledge. (If I don't minor in CS, I would minor in Music, or Drama, which are other loves of mine). </p>

<p>Ultimately, my goal is to get an MBA after a few years of work experience, but I know that a good GPA is the road to that work experience, and I'm looking for valuable work experience, not just any job I can find. (I definitely do not want to sound like a grade/GPA obsessed person, but I'm being realistic. like... I could definitely live without minoring in CS, but I think it would be worthwhile to me, just.. not to my GPA. (And I know that optimistic thing to say is, just try to do well in CS classes, but that's pretty unpredictable at this point, and I want to decide whether or not I want to do this minor, now).</p>

<p>So do you guys think I would be better off keeping my GPA as high as I can, or minor in computer science for the addition of other job opportunities?</p>

<p>what's the purpose of college?</p>

<p>GPA or learning?</p>

<p>GPA of 3.5 is very respectable. I don't know why you wouldn't think so?</p>

<p>ABCboy...that question is invalid. </p>

<p>In order to get a high position you need a high GPA. The purpose of college is to prepare yourself for your job.</p>

<p>yes, my friend, all that matters is your GPA.</p>

<p>so why the hell are you pursuing a business major, but not some stupid easy communication study again?</p>