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Computer Information Systems or Business?

Hello, I'm not sure what major to choose as I am dropping out of Computer Science because I found out that major isn't for me and because of the difficulty...so I'm thinking about Computer Information Systems or business, but I don't know what to choose...which one has the best chances of landing me a decent job? I like working with computers, but I'm not sure if CIS is worth it. Please help me, thank you.
How many credits into the CompSci major do you have?
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(Dec 10, 2015 11:14 PM)Hexicidal Wrote:  How many credits into the CompSci major do you have?
I'm a freshman, so far I've taken two classes (programming in c ++ and intro to OS and hsrdware ), I'm doing fine in both classes, however in my programming class I have a C, so assuming I pass the final I should get credit 4 both classes.
Personally, I would go with CIS. I'd also start thinking about your "why". I know almost everyone is concerned about getting a decent job, but I noticed that was the first thing you mentioned. I worry that unless you focus on something in college that you are passionate and will enjoy learning (self-learning included) about, you will find yourself in this same dilemma of wanting to find an easier/more you-orientated major. The truth is, if you're having fun and enjoying it, you'll find a job that suits you. You'll also be better of than others because majority of the time this is something you'll do in your free time if you truly enjoy it. The first step should be finding a passion, something that makes learning fun for you. The next step is to relentlessly find a job that puts that passion to work. You don't want to mix these steps up.

But outside of my little wisdom I thought I'd share, business is the most sought after degree already. Not saying it's worthless because it's popular, but CIS might add a little extra uniqueness about you. You'll learn the business side of things, but you'll also have the opportunity to explore the technical side of things, which is what you stated you wanted to continue doing.
(Dec 11, 2015 06:15 PM)Anticipate Wrote:  Personally, I would go with CIS. I'd also start thinking about your "why". I know almost everyone is concerned about getting a decent job, but I noticed that was the first thing you mentioned. I worry that unless you focus on something in college that you are passionate and will enjoy learning (self-learning included) about, you will find yourself in this same dilemma of wanting to find an easier/more you-orientated major. The truth is, if you're having fun and enjoying it, you'll find a job that suits you. You'll also be better of than others because majority of the time this is something you'll do in your free time if you truly enjoy it. The first step should be finding a passion, something that makes learning fun for you. The next step is to relentlessly find a job that puts that passion to work. You don't want to mix these steps up.

But outside of my little wisdom I thought I'd share, business is the most sought after degree already. Not saying it's worthless because it's popular, but CIS might add a little extra uniqueness about you. You'll learn the business side of things, but you'll also have the opportunity to explore the technical side of things, which is what you stated you wanted to continue doing.
Thank you for the input! Yeah I was leaning towards CIS. If anyone else has input for me, please don't hesitate to share!
I'm thinking about majoring in computer science myself, but is it really that difficult? I need more personal experiences before I choose what Major I want to do. Thanks man! I'll keep in touch!
Did you every thing about a Computer Forensic major?
Its a bit like net sec but alot more fun if you are a consultant.
https://www.reddit.com/r/computerforensics/wiki/faq
(Dec 13, 2015 03:39 PM)Adorable Wrote:  I'm thinking about majoring in computer science myself, but is it really that difficult? I need more personal experiences before I choose what Major I want to do. Thanks man! I'll keep in touch!

It really depends entirely on the professors and the school's curriculum. That goes for every major. I wouldn't say CS in itself is a difficult major, but it can definitely seem that way when your professor expects the best out of you and does his best to get it. Then again, college is a good time to be challenged and face adversity. Gliding by school was fun and dandy through middle and high school but now it's time to get serious and prepared.
(Dec 13, 2015 06:40 PM)Anticipate Wrote:  It really depends entirely on the professors and the school's curriculum. That goes for every major. I wouldn't say CS in itself is a difficult major, but it can definitely seem that way when your professor expects the best out of you and does his best to get it. Then again, college is a good time to be challenged and face adversity. Gliding by school was fun and dandy through middle and high school but now it's time to get serious and prepared.

I'll keep that in mind. Thanks for the response, greatly appreciated!
So my plan for uni is to go into Business with a minor in IS which allows me to work in fields such as project managerial jobs at Google, Amazon, etc. Would highly suggest doing that if that's what you're into.


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