Question by TryToHaveFun: HELP! What kind of job can a person with my education and experience get?
I have a degree in Computer Science and of course many years experience doing software development and related work for companies. I have also been running a computer consulting and systems related business for many years. So I have “business” and “management” experience outside of all my tech skills. The problem is working for a company doing the work I used to do is REALLY hard to find and keep. Most is being outsourced to India, etc. Thanks so much for any ideas on where I could start out on a new career path other than a low paying retail job. Can I somehow break into management? All the jobs I run across outside of field keep turning out to be MLM scams and the like. There must be SOME employer or company out there that could use my skills other than another short term tech job.
I’m asking about a job for me OUTSIDE of technical work. A bank WOULD BE technical work for me and I’ve already worked for them. Some of the WORST short term tech jobs are at banks. NEXT!
Do you need an MBA to be a McD’s regional manager or are you just talking out of your !@#?
I already have my own company. Does anyone actually READ these questions?
BMW – thanks for the best answer so far. I would like to do just that. I have worked with and for PM’s and people with those certs but I have NO idea where to start on my own to get one. I put another Q out on that. Maybe you could help me out. I tried email’ing you but you have it disabled.
Best answer:
Answer by just curious
Banks always need techy type people to maintain all the computer netwoking and such… they also help create some of the software that banks use for opening new accounts/paperwork and teller reconciliations and they have dif levels of techs so you can move up as well…
and most have GREAT benefits and perks…
sorry – I tried…good luck with that attitude!
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5 Comments
Tender Muffin
on 25th Jul, 12 06:07pm
mcdonalds regional manager
Jen-ee-fur
on 25th Jul, 12 07:07pm
start up your own company? web-design is always good…
bmwdriver11
on 25th Jul, 12 07:07pm
Expand your skillset. The jobs in IT that are being outsourced are the low-skill code-monkey jobs. Companies generally dont hire in people as Managers that havent had previous Managerial experience from another company (forming your own company and calling yourself a Manager will only take you so far in that regards). Do you know anything about Project Management? Maybe you should consider getting PMP certified. Or maybe get the Business Analyst certification. Or ITIL, or become a Six Sigma Black Belt. These jobs, which require you to understand the business and technology, are the paths to jobs that a) cannot be outsourced to India and b) are in demand and lead to IT Management jobs.
Daizees
on 25th Jul, 12 08:07pm
I don’t have any specific jobs in mind, but I think you’re on the right track by pulling your other skills to the forefront, such as management, consulting, business development, etc. Start by re-writing your resume, without the CS focus and then take a look at what you have to offer. It might help you identify the new direction you’re looking for.
spooon56
on 25th Jul, 12 09:07pm
have you posted a profile in linked in. This is where a headhunter comes in. Who knows what jobs are available in your area but when you get with a headhunter they can tell what jobs you are qualified for.
People suggest mlm because you can do that on the side while it supplements your primary industry. I use mine to supplement my mechanical engineering R&D position. You never know when your going to get laid off or whatever.
You seem like someone who would enjoy doing database administration. any interest in stuff like SAP or peoplesoft?
They make a killing but then again you need to have the skill set for it.