Trouble with narrowing down a degree

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Hi everyone, I just finished an AS in Computer Programming Analysis from my community college. I actually enjoy coding and love building things. The problem solving is like doing puzzles and I'm sure most of you feel the same way which is why you're here.

I have a friend in his 50's with a CS degree that is an ex programmer. He still works in Cybersecurity but more in a management capacity. I asked him about possible next steps in my education and he highly recommended an MIS degree. From the research I've done, it's way more business facing, and that concerns me. I don't want to get so far from coding that I don't get to do what I enjoy doing. I do think there's merit to learning the business side of things.

I feel as if my A.S. in CS as well as my current low-code, full-time job coupled with an MIS degree might work for a software engineer position once I graduate but it's still a big decision not doing a B.S. in CS. Does anybody has some insight on this?

BrooklynBroke · Accepted Answer

I would say yes to the MIS because the business classes teach how to communicate. If you can communicate to management and break down technical concepts in a simple manner, you value will increases than just being a code monkey in a dark basement l.

g41Bcy313 · Answer

No offense to your mentor/friend, but that seems like something a 50yo would say. I think with what you want to do, getting more actual coding practice is better. Grind lc and get a job at a more tech-centric firm. Unless your goal is to land at a big company (FAANG for example), you're better off working, earning money, and getting learning all the skills you need on the job.

Anonbro · Answer

If you really like coding and want to be in a coding-centric role, just do a BS in CS.You will learn the business side logic and all that on the job. Your communication skills can be actively worked on in other ways if it’s actually a concern.

19g614l3ltrxxd · Answer

Thanks for all the info everyone, it's been helpful having multiple opinions. So the thing is I'm a great communicator and he feels like that would play to my strengths but I just love the coding more than I like being blessed with social graces

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