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Hey everyone,
I'm still considering a PhD program, but I'm not sure what fields are available. I've heard of a few common ones like Computer Science and IT/IS... but what about the ones like Doctor of Philosophy in Organization and Management Information Technology Management Specialization? What are my options and what is the difference between all of these? I would really love some insight here... the more descriptive the better as I'm really uncertain of which direction to go.
I'm still considering a PhD program, but I'm not sure what fields are available. I've heard of a few common ones like Computer Science and IT/IS... but what about the ones like Doctor of Philosophy in Organization and Management Information Technology Management Specialization? What are my options and what is the difference between all of these? I would really love some insight here... the more descriptive the better as I'm really uncertain of which direction to go.
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how much education do you have already? Have you completed an MS, MA or MBA program? After another 10 years or so full-time experience in the work force you will probably have a good idea what you want to major in the Ph.D. program. Frankly, a Ph.D. isn't worth the effort unless you want to do research or teaching. People with that much education have very limited opportunities in the work force because they are over-qualified for most IT jobs.
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Well that's kind of an answer to another question of mine... is a PhD even worth it in the IT field?
One thing that has kept me interested is if I get a PhD, that lasts for a lifetime... if I get say, the CCIE and Cisco goes down the drain, then my cert isn't worth too much. I wouldn't mind teaching though... just not until I'm about 50s ish.
I am actually a freshman in a BS program. I'm not sure what my options are really... would a masters be sufficient?
One thing that has kept me interested is if I get a PhD, that lasts for a lifetime... if I get say, the CCIE and Cisco goes down the drain, then my cert isn't worth too much. I wouldn't mind teaching though... just not until I'm about 50s ish.
I am actually a freshman in a BS program. I'm not sure what my options are really... would a masters be sufficient?
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In most cases a masters is sufficient, and in many cases that too may be over-qualified. All depends on your goals. A masters will probably pretty much guarentee you will advance your career into management position.
c++ certifications are not really worth a whole lot. There have been people who get certifications without ever toughing a keyboard or writing one line of c++ code. Formal education and experience are what employers look for.
c++ certifications are not really worth a whole lot. There have been people who get certifications without ever toughing a keyboard or writing one line of c++ code. Formal education and experience are what employers look for.
Don't PM me with questions -- you might get a nasty PM in response. If you have a question then post it in one of the forums.
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Originally Posted by Duki 
Well that's kind of an answer to another question of mine... is a PhD even worth it in the IT field?
One thing that has kept me interested is if I get a PhD, that lasts for a lifetime... if I get say, the CCIE and Cisco goes down the drain, then my cert isn't worth too much. I wouldn't mind teaching though... just not until I'm about 50s ish.
I am actually a freshman in a BS program. I'm not sure what my options are really... would a masters be sufficient?
If you don't mind me asking, are you currently going for Comp Sci, MIS,CIS, etc?
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