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What to major in: biotech or computer science?

What minor degree would you study along with your computer science major?

  • I'm currently studying computer science (third year) and I was just wondering if any of you people thinks that a stat minor would really help me when looking for jobs. What can I do with a stat minor and CS major? I want to be a data architect, thats my dream/goal job, does a stat minor+CS major attracts a lot of companies? A lot of people say minors are just simply minors! and companies look for a lot of knowledge in a specific field and not minimum knowledge. if your an employer, what would you consider an attractive minor along with a computer science major?

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    Completely agree w/ 's answer and want to add onto it. The trick to you building out your skills in school will be through coursework, not the end title you get. If by data architect you mean something like an IT / systems architect, coursework on databases, networking, and operating systems will probably be what you want to focus on. If by data architect you mean data scientist (i.e.: pour over data coming through a system and figure out cool things from it), coursework in statistics and probability theory will be extremely valuable/essential to your success. Like Kevin said, focusing on learning things outside of the classroom via internships and projects will also be very helpful in landing your dream job in tech. When you apply for a position (particularly a technical one) your skills and experience will be much more important than what your degree is in. Some of the best software engineers in Silicon Valley were philosophy or cognitive science majors. Some of the best managers dont have a bachelors in business or a MBA. Your degree serves to educate you both socially and intellectually and to prove that you can work hard and follow something to completion. It doesn't lock you into a job or a career. But if you're looking for a cool minor regardless, I highly recommend economics. Algorithms + Mathematic Economics or Finance = some serious fun hotness. There aren't that many of us quant econ/cs guys running around out there, and being able to use CS tricks in economics feels like you're wielding an exciting (albeit sometimes dangerous) form of black magic.

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I would just take the courses that you think will help augment your background the best and not worry about things like minors.  I did a math minor, but it wasn't until I had already fulfilled the requirements that I considered adding it to my transcript.  Same thing with a second major too.  I mean, a lot of topics that are taught in an undergraduate setting can be picked up through books and the internet, so a good recruiter should understand that your background is more than the formal designations on your transcript.  In fact, it seems that HR managers only care about those things.  The recruiters will care about prior work.  You should focus on cultivating a technical portfolio, but don't squander potential credits that your tuition is paying for.

Kevin Matzen

I have my bachelor in Computer Science and have an area of specialization in Business. I took Accounting 1 and 2 along with several business management and marketing classes. It has served me well - looking back over the last 15 years. (wow - time flies!!)  I do wish I had EE or a Physics background also. And my biggest regret is not finishing my Masters!!! But everyone needs to understand money!!

Sandi Bryant

I would do some type of business minor or marketing. I am also getting a Computer Science major and am getting a Economics minor because my school doesn't offer any other business minors. I think employers want people that not only know how to work with computers and code but also that can talk and explain their ideas well which is something that business classes and minors can definitely help with. But I am just a college student too, so take it with a grain of salt!

Corey Alexander

I wouldn't major in Computer Science. I might minor in it but would probably rather minor in project management or IT management or even business administration. Computer Science can be self-taught easily. If you insist on computer science, then I would major in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Computer Science. That would give you a lot more career options than if you were a Computer Science major with a minor in Electrical Engineering. Me? I'm mostly against the idea of a formal post-secondary education but I'm doing a double major in Electrical Engineering and International Business for the hell of it.

Michael Le Clech

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