s Analysis, Computer and Information Sciences (General), and Management Information Systems and Business Data Processing (General) just to name a few. Not everything can be learned in a classroom. Top executives and CEO’s usually understands what a business needs and figures out ways computers can meet those needs on top of having excellent leadership, communication skills, etc. A good way to develop such skills is to take part in campus and/or community clubs or run for a high position in one. PERSONALITYAnyone with the right determination can finish the courses and obtain a degree, but it takes certain personalities to become successful - as with all fields. Appendix A is an excerpt from America’s Career InfoNet’s website defining types of knowledge, skills and abilities for an IS major. Pay and BenefitsI am sure everyone would like a job that pays well. But there are other things to look for that can be as important as the salary. Douglas Hoyt defines this term in his book, Intangible Job Satisfaction . Here are a few examples of these rewards he lists:A good feeling at being part of a field that is in the forefront of innovation and change in business, government, and our individual daily livesGratification at being part of a team, working with people you likeSatisfaction gained from being part of projects with a beginning and end, so that beneficial results can be seen regularly WAGESWith firms and companies demanding more than grad students supplied, salaries are usually negotiated with the possible-future-employee having a little more leverage. As I stated earlier, Information Systems majors remain the highest amongst the business department. According to America’s Career InfoNet’s website again, a systems analysts or electronic data processing position with a BA could make from $39,200 to $71,500, and in higher in California; $42,000 to $75,000. The salaries increase even more with an ...
