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Hey everyone! ๐ Have you ever found yourself in a tough spot after getting your CS degree and struggling to find a job in the market? It can be frustrating, to say the least. But fear not, you’re not alone! ๐
I recently came across a post from someone who is in a similar situation, debating whether to go back to school for an accounting degree. Here are a few thoughts and suggestions that might help:
– Accounting can be a solid choice for stability and financial security. It may not be as flashy as some tech roles, but it definitely has its perks.
– Combining a CS degree with an accounting degree could open up new opportunities for you. It’s a great combo that could make you a more attractive candidate to employers.
– Remote jobs are becoming more common in the accounting field, so achieving that remote-work dream might be closer than you think!
Ultimately, it’s essential to choose a path that aligns with your long-term goals and values. If money and stability are your top priorities, exploring a career in accounting could be a smart move. Plus, having a diverse skill set never hurts! ๐ผ๐ฐ
What do you think? Have you considered transitioning to a different field after facing challenges in the job market with your CS degree? Let’s chat and share our experiences to help each other out! ๐ฌ #CareerChange #FinancialStability #FutureGoals
Iโm in the same situation. Thinking about switching over to nursing because the tech market is ridiculous. We just canโt get a break lol
lol its not bad
The tech industry (and tech related jobs in general), due to how quickly technology changes, is naturally volatile, so there will inevitably be periods where it is very difficult to find a tech job. In the long-term, the tech industry is arguably the best industry to be in as it has the combination of significant job growth, high income, remote friendliness, etc. with the only real negatives being the job security and the aforementioned volatile job market.
It should be easier to find a tech job in a year or so, so getting an accounting degree in the meantime isn’t a bad idea at all; plus, having both an accounting degree and a CS degree will virtually guarantee you jobs. Although, accounting is notorious for being quite tedious and mind-numbingly boring, so I would recommend doing more research to make sure if it can be a fit for you.
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Just saying: I graduated with a CS degree during whatโs considered the โboomโ of CS jobs within the past few years, and I had to do nearly twice as many apps as you.
I know the market is vastly different, but manโฆthat wouldnโt even cut it during the recent โgood timesโ of the career.
Former accountant, currently a software engineer.
Accounting + CS is not an attractive combo at the entry level. It becomes more attractive as you carve out a niche later on, but you need to land into either the Accounting side or the tech side first.
For most accounting roles, you don’t get paid nearly as well as tech and there is an expectation to get your CPA license if you are working in a firm.
However I do suggest moving away from tech asap. The job market is dismal and saturated. I’m afraid you will not stand out (no offense to you). Your degree gives you access to many lower paying roles that can get your feet on the ground.
You need experience not more degrees. The market is super competitive. You wonโt get a job with 200 applications. I would recommend looking into YouTube to see how people are able their first software engineer job. That way you can compare the numbers and learn new things that you can apply.
I understand itโs very hard right now, but you have the degree and you can demonstrate skills with a portfolio. Also, keep yourself in contact with the people you study with. Networking can help.