Engineering MIS, some help needed on choices.

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<p>I have a deep love for computers and circuitry and that type of stuff in general. My current major is Computer Engineering(CSE) & Electrical Engineering at the University at Buffalo.</p>

<p>Now in General throughout school i have never been great at math or science, I enjoy subjects like physics, but hate math. I do in general like doing math, for things that will help me do the task I need to do. In HS I only took up to the end of Algebra and didnt finish Physics 1 because i was lazy and wanted a 4 class semester my senior year.</p>

<p>Now you may ask whay is this guy doing a engineering, the answer is I love it and love computers and want to be able to build and fabricate them. I may not be able to finish the engineering curriculum, and i dont even know if I should.</p>

<p>In the end I am not the person who wants to be sitting in a cubicle position, all day long. id hate that. Id actually like to do some type of Information technology work, as ive worked in this sector for the past 5 years, in an assiantant position at my HS and now at my college. The thing is, is that most jobs for IT in NYC want a Computer science or computer engineering degree. Now just working in IT may not be enogh for me. So i was thinking of MIS(Managment of Information Systems), which would be above IT and they should make some more money.</p>

<p>what im trying to get to should, be in these next questions?</p>

<p>With my limited math, can i do engineering, im already a sophmore but havent taken calc yet?</p>

<p>Is there any engineering in NYC?</p>

<p>Is it better to finsih the engineering if possible, then go to grad school for MIS for a M.B.A.?</p>

<p>Should I just do the MIS in my undergraduate and then again in my graduate?</p>

<p>Even tyhogh how much i think id like and love the engineering, i dont think I could live my life on 50k a year. My mother makes 37k a year and we struggle in the Bronx and i definatly want to stay in NYC. I want to make enogh money to support my family and not have my mother working when shes 70(she has no retirement). so 50K a year aint cutting it. It might for the next couple of years, but i need close to 100k. I know people say its better to be happy and make less money, but i dont see it that way. </p>

<p>I just need some advice if possible.</p>

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<p>id like to do somthing of this nature</p>

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<p>Information Technology Manager
Manages the information technology department in accordance with organizational policies and goals. Ensures proper functioning of company's information processing system and makes upgrades as necessary. Helps business operations utilize information systems to improve efficiency. Keeps computer equipment, hardware, and software updated to meet organizational needs. Follows appropriate programming procedures. Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. May lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to top management.</p>

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<p>If you wanted to catch up on your math, maybe you could take a course over the summer. It might be easier, too, because you wouldn't have four other courses to worry about.</p>

<p>I would definitely not give up on engineering or MIS or IT because you are a little behind in the math. You can catch up. If you take Physics, though, you will need the Calculus skills. And maybe hold off on any firm decision about graduate school for a little while. MBA is very useful, but who knows what you'll be interested in two years from now.</p>