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I started out in computer science but I changed my major. Will that effect me getting a job in the future?

Switched to Business Computer Information Systems after one programming course. #computer #information-technology

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Charles M’s Answer

Short answer, No.

Longer answer, Maybe. It depends on why you changed your major. if you are still discovering what interests you and you changed majors because your interest changed, AND you excel at your new major, the same as you would have with your old one, then no, it will not have much of an effect.

However, if you changed majors because you have difficulty studying hard enough to learn the material, either because you didn't put in enough time, or your study habits are not effective, or some other reason, then that will have an effect on whatever you study until you solve the learning the material problem. And that will affect your job prospects.

When I was a senior in college, I was sitting in the career center and the career counselor guy said, "There are still some slots left, have you signed up to interview with XYX company?" I had to say, "No, they will only interview people who have a 3.0 or higher, and my GPA isn't that high. " so I could not interview with a company.

I did have trouble studying and learning, but I didn't discover the reason why for 10 to 15 years.

Charles M recommends the following next steps:

Be honest and identify why you changed majors (or why you are thinking of changing majors, or quitting).
Discover what your real interests are and what you are more likely to succeed at. Take the World of Work Inventory (WOWI) career assessment (https://www.wowi.com/).
Study yourself enough to discover if you have any hidden issues that might get in the way of your success. This includes getting professional opinions. Some students may have emotional difficulties because of their family issues growing up. Others may have undiagnosed, or untreated conditions like ADHD. Others may have addiction issues, like to computer games, caffeine, porn or other things. And some might not have matured enough to take responsibility for doing what it takes to succeed at a long term goal.
if you discover you have an issue, take steps to get it under control until you can deal with it enough to excel at school and life.
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Misty’s Answer

No. You changing your major will not effect you getting a job, however it will have an effect on the type of job you will be able to get, however this day in age, any bit of computer experience is better than none. Just research the new major to see how much will coincide with what you have already taken.

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Gail’s Answer

Hi Jasmine. Your major will narrow your choices for your future job prospects. A Computer Science education major track often leads to a developer job track. Business CIS leads to a Business Analyst track. So in that sense your choices will affect your future. It is important to complete your chosen education major requirements. Future employers are not concerned that you made a change, changing majors is common. Good luck with your education and future!!


Kind regards, Gail
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