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MIS Major Salary.
Posted on 7/10/12 at 7:43 pm
Posted on 7/10/12 at 7:43 pm
Any MIS majors here? I attend Texas Tech University and am going to major in MIS concentration in Web Applications Or Telecommunications/Networking. Im thinking about doing both, is there a different in salary than doing one or the other or both? What should I expect to have a starting salary at? I have been doing some research and it looks like a top 5 Salary Degree holder.
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Posted on 7/10/12 at 8:18 pm to BURASBOI
You decided to ditch the finance major?
Posted on 7/10/12 at 8:32 pm to BURASBOI
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Web Applications
If you can learn to develop for established web platforms like Sharepoint, or Drupal, you can make some pretty good money. I know two people that focus on Business Intelligence development in Sharepoint that make around $200K/year. Of course, they're very good at what they do and you won't make that much, but there is still good money in it. The problem is most universities don't have courses that relate to specialties like this because they have a more broad focus.
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Telecommunications/Networking
You need certs and experience to really make it in this field. It's good money, but you won't start off there. A lot of people have to start as support staff and work their way into the Network admin role.
If you find work coming out, depending on job/location/specialty, I would say your salary will be anywhere between $35k-65k with it most likely being $40k-50k.
This post was edited on 7/10/12 at 8:34 pm
Posted on 7/10/12 at 8:54 pm to BURASBOI
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I attend Texas Tech University
Grades Down, Guns Up
Posted on 7/10/12 at 9:08 pm to TheChosenOne
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I know two people that focus on Business Intelligence development in Sharepoint that make around $200K/year.
I don't know anyone who makes quite that much but I don't doubt it. I know a few BI Architects that are comfortably in the six figure range. Non managerial roles.
Posted on 7/11/12 at 4:24 am to TheChosenOne
Thanks for the info, do you think there is a major jump in salary from a Bachelors in MIS vs Masters in MIS?
Posted on 7/11/12 at 8:06 am to BURASBOI
I think the MS would add the most value if you were switching fields or coming in with a different undergraduate degree. I don't think I've met anyone with a BS and MS in MIS.
I suppose the MS could help you refine whatever skill set you want to use the most, but you'd have to work to know what that is.
I would advise against getting the MS right away if that's what you're thinking. The job market sucks but you should be able to get something with good grades and a degree in MIS. Make sure to pick up some database admin/development skills while in school.
I suppose the MS could help you refine whatever skill set you want to use the most, but you'd have to work to know what that is.
I would advise against getting the MS right away if that's what you're thinking. The job market sucks but you should be able to get something with good grades and a degree in MIS. Make sure to pick up some database admin/development skills while in school.
Posted on 7/11/12 at 9:08 am to BURASBOI
I have a lot of coworkers that have MIS degrees from UT, TAMU & TX Tech. They are doing IT Risk Consulting and Auditing (everything from penetration tests to ITGC sox testing). Starting salary is around $55k I think and a lot of room for growth.
Auditing/"Consulting" probably isn't a bad way to start a career for an MIS major and pays pretty decently. And I know we are hiring a lot in Houston right now.
Auditing/"Consulting" probably isn't a bad way to start a career for an MIS major and pays pretty decently. And I know we are hiring a lot in Houston right now.
Posted on 7/11/12 at 1:55 pm to kennypowers816
I'll keep that MS in mind. i'll hqve qround a 3.2-3.3 gpa when i graduate i think.
That's good to hear, but im probably going to be looking in the Dallas area first.
That's good to hear, but im probably going to be looking in the Dallas area first.
Posted on 7/11/12 at 4:00 pm to BURASBOI
Want to make some real $? Graduate, get your CCNA, and come work overseas. 150K
Posted on 7/11/12 at 5:23 pm to ZereauxSum
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I would advise against getting the MS right away if that's what you're thinking.
This.
Especially if you are thinking about an industry (or university) that bases pay off of education/certs. No one wants to have to fork out more money to someone with no experience.
Posted on 7/11/12 at 11:23 pm to philabuck
Thanks for the great advice!! So if deciding to get a Masters later in life, it would be best to get it for a different field? i.e. Finance?
Posted on 7/12/12 at 7:36 am to BURASBOI
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So if deciding to get a Masters later in life, it would be best to get it for a different field? i.e. Finance?
Not necessarily. You may still want to get one in MIS or Comp Sci. I don't believe anyone really knows how they want to steer their professional careers until a couple of years of working.
You might start building/supporting systems for finance people and learn that you absolutely hate finance people. Or you might decide that you prefer doing database work to doing applications. Hell, you might decided you hate MIS work altogether (this is more common than you might think).
I would suggest not even thinking about grad school right now. Finish undergrad and get the best job you can. Learn as much as you can and talk to non-MIS people and try to understand what they do.
In a few years, you'll have a better understanding of what you like and don't like and will be able to make a good decision with respect to grad school.
Posted on 7/12/12 at 8:19 am to ZereauxSum
Yea, thats what I am trying to do. Im 21 years old right now and hoping to graduate in 1 year in a half or 1 since I may do both concentrations in MIS. I feel way behind than all of my peers though.
Also, what's this CCNA business?
Also, what's this CCNA business?
Posted on 7/12/12 at 9:14 am to BURASBOI
Not sure what CCNA is. I've heard the acronym but can't remember what it's about.
ETA: LordSnow would have to answer that. Unless I'm getting him confused with someone else I think he works for a defense contractor.
You shouldn't be too incredibly worried about how far along you are relative to your peers. The job market is hella tough for new graduates and you just need to make sure you are ready to compete once you're done. If it takes an extra year or two then so be it.
Nothing wrong with redshirting
ETA: LordSnow would have to answer that. Unless I'm getting him confused with someone else I think he works for a defense contractor.
You shouldn't be too incredibly worried about how far along you are relative to your peers. The job market is hella tough for new graduates and you just need to make sure you are ready to compete once you're done. If it takes an extra year or two then so be it.
Nothing wrong with redshirting
This post was edited on 7/12/12 at 9:20 am
Posted on 7/12/12 at 10:35 am to BURASBOI
quote:Cisco Certified Network Associate (2nd level of Cisco certs, follows the 1st level CCENT). It is a cert for medium sized networks, and focuses on either security, voice, wireless or service provider areas.
Also, what's this CCNA business?
Posted on 7/12/12 at 11:28 am to LordSnow
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Want to make some real $? Graduate, get your CCNA, and come work overseas. 150K
Are you doing this now Snow?
Posted on 7/12/12 at 12:26 pm to ehidal1
The MIS is a great way to get your foot in the door but, as others have stated, wont necessarily guarantee a huge income.
Acquiring certifications over the years and just adding experience to your resume certainly helps.
The 'quick easy' money is overseas. If you don't want to go overseas then there is certainly A LOT to be made right here where you are now...
1. Put in a few years with a large company. This experience will help you learn how to handle things that weren't covered in school
2. Get out on your own as a 'contractor' or start your own business. This industry allows you to charge FANTASTIC hourly rates for your time, and all it takes are a few decent sized clients to keep a decent steady income rolling in.
I've kept in touch with the same 5 guys over the years once we got out of school. 4 of us are out on our own charging ~$80-$120/hr and the 5th guy works for a large local company making $75k/yr after 8 years on the job.
Acquiring certifications over the years and just adding experience to your resume certainly helps.
The 'quick easy' money is overseas. If you don't want to go overseas then there is certainly A LOT to be made right here where you are now...
1. Put in a few years with a large company. This experience will help you learn how to handle things that weren't covered in school
2. Get out on your own as a 'contractor' or start your own business. This industry allows you to charge FANTASTIC hourly rates for your time, and all it takes are a few decent sized clients to keep a decent steady income rolling in.
I've kept in touch with the same 5 guys over the years once we got out of school. 4 of us are out on our own charging ~$80-$120/hr and the 5th guy works for a large local company making $75k/yr after 8 years on the job.
Posted on 7/12/12 at 12:35 pm to PJinAtl
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Cisco Certified Network Associate (2nd level of Cisco certs, follows the 1st level CCENT). It is a cert for medium sized networks, and focuses on either security, voice, wireless or service provider areas.
This is a good start, if you want to go into networking. A CCNA is a good start, especially if you have no experience. I think $35-40k is a reasonable expectation out of the gate. Once you get a few years of experience and get good at networking, most top level network engineers make $80-120k. Mid level $50-60k. Just estimates of course.
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