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Is a Career Change in Your Future?

Posted January 19, 2012 7:24 AM

An ongoing study of the job landscape for various college majors shows there are still some fields of study where the employment rate for recent graduates, even in this economy, is 100% or close to it. Would you seriously consider obtaining a different degree if job prospects and opportunities for advancement in your chosen field of engineering are slim?

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01/19/2012 8:46 AM

Yes, at a drop of the hat.

It's not about nesting in a particular job/field for me. It's about being challenged, personal growth, and my passion of problem solving.
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01/20/2012 2:47 PM

You are valuable for possessing that passion and I hope it rewards you handsomely - never let it die.

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01/20/2012 3:52 PM

Thank you!
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01/20/2012 10:58 AM

Absolutely. Even though I am trained in electrical engineering, I am considering bolstering my employability but adding information assurance/cyberdefense to my toolbox. The worst thing someone can do is to stagnate.
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01/21/2012 3:03 PM

Absolutely! Given anyone wants a 50 year old new graduate

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01/23/2012 10:49 AM

That's me.

And they do want 50 yr old "new" graduates. Especially if you come with tickets.
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I am a 50 year old with tickets. Where do I sign up?

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