LF Advice for switching to MIS/MBA/exc.

College Majors Business Major
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<p>Am hoping to get some feedback from anyone in a similar situation, or feels they can adequately advise me on this by knowing someone or something like that. I got my undergraduate degree from Washington State in hopes of getting a J.D and majored in Social Sciences general focusing on a pre-law track. On the side, I also got a minor in Busin Admin MIS for business. </p>

<p>After researching things, talking to lots of people, exc, exc. I have decided that getting a J.D isn’t worth it (to me) anymore. I have taken intro level programming classes and basic business/mis classes besides my political science/history concentrations. I have done both programming, and IT tech jobs and really don’t have a problem doing either—both are fun for me. The problem is what should I major in for graduate? It’s going to be hard for me to break into an entry level database, or web-programming job seeing how most candidates already have a degree. So really my only option is to get a M.B.A or Masters specialty. (Unless I get lucky)</p>

<p>I was looking at outlooks of careers and read through a lot of advice columns, and it seems CS is the best. However, I lack some of the math and pre-requisites for the masters and I would imagine they would require for me to take this. So, what do you think is the best route? Any other majors I should be considering?</p>

<p>Georgia Tech does not offer MIS surprisingly and Georgia State has the best program in the SE, so I figured might as well as go there. After reading there site on the program, I realized there is a clear difference between MBA in Information Technology and MIS. One focuses more on business, while the other focuses more on CIS core. Also, assuming I am correct in my logic, is Information Systems Development and Project Management the best route to go for concentration? I realize it should be based on what you <em>like the most</em> but I am merely looking for employment growth and earning potential. MS</a> Information Systems</p>

<p>MS audit and control is also a possibility as I don't mind accounting.</p>

<p>Or perhaps GT’s MBA is better? The problem that I see with getting a MBA is, it’s a dime in the dozen. Everyone has one now and it only stands out if it is a T10 university, unless they rank as one of the best for a specific concentration. If I do a MBA, I might as well as focus on just getting a general MBA for broader employment opportunities.</p>

<p>Thanks for any help.</p>

<p>Edit: Forgot to mention one thing, I am a resident of Georgia and am looking to keep costs down as I will be paying everything out of my own pocket. I don't feel the university prestige matters as much in the IT field like MIS as well compared to a MBA.</p>

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<p>What experience do you have that would even get you in to GT’s MBA program? It sounds like you’re Fresh out of school and most MBA programs that are worth it require 3-5 years of MEANINGFUL work experience (i.e., not working at the local call center or being a Walmart manager). </p>

<p>I think your best option may be another UG degree. You don’t have the qualifications for an MBA that would be worth the tuition.</p>

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<p>Actually being a store manager for walmart is actually pretty meaningful, not sure why you would think otherwise. To answer your question however, another UG degree would be the worst option. Not even sure why you would think that. Out of curiously, do you happen to have a reason why you recommend that, or are you just making a opinion without doing any research?</p>

<p>I am not fresh out of school, but I do have breaks and am not a traditional full time student. MBA programs are not centered around ‘judging’ the worth of experience, rather they care that you can apply experience to the theoretical concepts that is taught in the classroom. Management is not a profession, it is the next step that is taken once someone is ready to begin a management role in there profession. If you don’t understand this basic concept of MBA, then are not ready for the program. That is why MBA programs require for people to hold ‘experience,’ exceptions are granted to this norm, but only if the candidate is exceptional and has demonstrated early leadership potential and strong academic standing. </p>

<p>My question has nothing to do with getting into GT’s program, but if you really want to know, I don’t mind telling. I am a veteran of the armed forces with leadership roles, entrepreneurship, (failed but at least I tried ._. cough) and general management experience.</p>

<p>I am not really concerned with getting into the program because I am not applying to a tough competitive program like Harvard, or a top notch MBA program like T10. GT is like top 30’ish if I recall. A good solid program, not the best, but for costs, it is best for me.</p>