ASK THE HEADHUNTER What education does the employer want?

[deanwebb]

What education does the employer want?

A reader isn’t sure a new college degree or other education is going to guarantee a career or a job, in the October 6, 2020 Ask The Headhunter Newsletter. Question I'm thinking of making a significant shift that would lead to better pay and an overall more satisfying career in a different kind of job. To make the change I might be able to get away with some certification programs and continuing education. However, I'm also considering getting a master's degree because that seems to be an important credential for "getting in." Any approach I take will cost money and

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[deanwebb]

In this field, I don't know how many times the requirement for "degree in Computer Science or related field" has been pretty much set aside if it meant getting the right person for the job. It's like that requirement is there to make saying "no" a little easier, not to reduce the number of applicants.