Is it better to study finance or computer science?

Finance has higher variance, but lower mean. Computer science has lower variance, but higher mean. If you think you’re very, very, very good and money is very important to you, then go finance. If you like to be bossed around and you like to write software, then go CS.

Can I major in finance and computer science?

Finance jobs for computer science majors focus on the analysis of financial data, the development of finance technology (fintech) software and applications to analyze financial markets and automate equities trading, and the creation of algorithms for analysis, fraud detection, and risk management.

Is finance a bad major?

Yes, a finance major is a good major for many undergraduate students. The Bureau of Labor Statistics is projecting 5\% job growth in business and financial occupations over the next 10 years. Financial advisor, budget analyst, and investor relations associate are some common careers in the field.

Is tech or finance a better career?

On every survey metric, tech beats finance on job satisfaction and employee happiness. The world of technology offers an unparalleled opportunity to learn, to build, and to innovate.

Which Computer Science major is the best?

1. Information Technology and Information Systems. This is definitely the top computer degree choice if your goal is to excel in dealing with end-user computing, systems administration, and/or systems engineering because it covers all those aspects.

Can I double major in business and Computer Science?

The basic rule is that you can double major with programs in the same undergrad college, but would need to apply for a dual degree program to do two majors in separate colleges. The same goes for combining Business with (any) Computer Science, because Business programs are typically in their own undergraduate college.

Is computer science or finance harder to learn?

It depends on you specifically, but generally, finance should be harder. What they teach you about computer science though, is not remotely close to being enough. You’ll need to spend a lot of time apart, learning languages, practicing your skills, working with hardware, etc..

Should I major in computer science or minor in business?

I would strongly encourage you to major in Computer Science and minor in Business. While this depends on your career goals and interests, a CS major will give you more options after you graduate. You could work as a software engineer, go to graduate school in CS and maybe work in research or industry.

What can you do with a CS major?

While this depends on your career goals and interests, a CS major will give you more options after you graduate. You could work as a software engineer, go to graduate school in CS and maybe work in research or industry.

What are the math requirements for a BSCS in finance?

Stats and calculus are required in Finance. The answer depends on how good you are at math. In general a BSCS usually has the same math requirements as an Engineering degree (3 5 hour courses in Calculus, 1 course in Differential Equations). I talked to a Finance Major last fall who said he was taking it because he couldn’t do the Engineering math.