I’ve been teaching AP computer science through teach for America for the past few years in boston. I’m looking to transition into the tech world. I studied economics and graduated in 2019 and joined TFA right away. I was recently accepted into the MPCS program at UChicago and I am trying to decide if it is worth the investment. I imagine if I did one of those coding boot camps I could land a decent job as an engineer or product manager - would a masters degree give me that much more leverage

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Related Posts

I work currently in pharma software as an research analyst, amazing WLB, not the best salary but super laid back/flexible workplace with super nice people. I just started a month ago and as timing works- I got an offer from a SaaS company making maybe 5-10k more as a PM - I had interviewed prior to accepting pharma offer and they took awhile to get back. Is it worth it to move?

like

Anybody work in legal publishing and then go back to practicing role? How did it go for you, I just kind of missed the problem solving aspect of legal work if that makes sense.

like

Is it possible to get a job at a FAANG company without a CS degree? I have limited knowledge of operation systems, networking, etc. but I'm skilled at LeetCode.

like

Privacy fish - Anyone taken the CIPM and can share what the exam is like?

Content outline seems like application of standard consulting approach, so how do they test it on an exam?

One doubt If am automation engineer 12 years yoe. In JPMC for 12 years Manager role is it possible? Or else 12 years also consider as individual contributors in JPMC ?

like

Happy Friday everyone! How can someone move into Supply Chain consulting?

like

Thoughts on Big 4 Product Manager roles? Worth it for 1st PM role? Do people often exit to tech product or are these just glorified PMO roles?

like

Hi guys,
I am working since a year in my first job and I don't feel like I'm getting to learn much here or see any opportunities for growth. I am thinking about learning Salesforce development and applying for specific Salesforce jobs.
Either that or I will join another company as java developer.
Which of the two has better scope in the future, java development or Salesforce?
Any advice is appreciated.

like

Anyone in the UK fancy exploring a role at a FinTech as a Customer Success Lead? Hit me up if keen to explore and we can have a chat. Mortgage transformation experience would be preferable!!

like

Industry Advice: I am currently in a Commercial P&C CSR broker position working with manufacturing and staffing clients. I am working towards a promotion within my same team in the near future but an Account Manager position has opened up now in the construction space within our office. Should I voice my interest in the construction AM role even though I have a limited amount of construction experience or wait the six months for the AM position on my current team?

like

I keep hearing that this is the worst time to lateral for corporate associates. Could someone explain why? For context Class of 21 here

likefunny

Laid off at PwC. It was more of a relief than anything. Anyone have any knowledge on openings at smaller (but not necessarily boutique) firms? Human Capital / Change Management related field.

like

Can anyone suggest a good course/Set of courses to become Azure/GCP data engineer

Currently I am a Microsoft SQL DBA, 8 Years exp looking for suggestions

like

Anyone good marketing books recommendations or online certifications?

like

Has anyone in Tax done a lateral move from Senior to Manager? How did that work out and how did you convince recruiters that you were ready for a lateral promo?

like

What's the salary range for Senior Associate at PwC India in Assurance? Also how many levels are there in this rank before the next promotion to Manager? Can you also share the avg years of experience required for Senior Associate?

like

Ex-Sales person looking for a job in finance or investment management, but having a lot of trouble getting responses from applications (likely due to my lack of experience outside of sales). Degree in finance from UGA. How can I boost my chances of landing a job in a new career path?

like

What jobs can I get with a bachelors in economics and 4 years of Accounts Payable experience?

like

Currently an Associate at a Tier 2 consulting firm. How and is it possible to get into Investment banking? Should I apply to thier grad schemes or look for a referee?

like

More Posts

Does it matter what level a referrer is at a company you are applying to? (partner/principal lvl referral aside)

like

Nothing to add to the convo tonight except to remind folks out there in grind mode to keep at it…it’ll all be worth it in the end!

Post Photo
likefunnyupliftinghelpful

Just hit my first 400 hour month. Totally wrecked. Anyone else have a 400+ hour month?

likeuplifting

What's your recommendation on best & easiest to use online broker? I plan to do a backdoor roth for the first time this year and open a taxable investment account for index ETFs (already max 401k and HSA)

like

Is there a version of this for consultants?

Post Photo
likefunnyuplifting

Am I eligible for bonus. I joined in April?? Will it be on pro rata??

like

I want an authentic Philly cheesesteak with all the grease and calories. Pls help 🥲

like

Wordle 493 5/6

⬛🟩⬛⬛🟩
⬛🟩⬛⬛🟩
⬛🟩⬛⬛🟩
⬛🟩⬛⬛🟩
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩

like

**Forget that the shirt need to be tailored** Got these Bonobo Weekday Warrior pants in the tailored fit. Does the fit look too tight (maybe around the thighs) for business setting?

Post Photo
like

Who is responsible to make the sales playbook? VP of sales, Director of sales, Head of Sales or Sales enablement?

like
like
like

Hello fishes,

I have an offer from standard chartered Bank which is in Singapore and they are allowing me to do wfh should i join or stay with my current company. I heard from my colleagues recession is coming so I am worried should i switch or stay with my current company yoe is 12 and technology is CRM.... Please suggest

like

Was allll prepared to get to working out but then I forgot my sports bra ugh

like

This will be fun

Post Photo
likefunny

I have no idea how all of you travel while looking so stylish. I’m just happy if they let me on the plane and don’t think I’m homeless. No one would ever guess I’m a consultant making what I do.

like

Planning 5 days in Jordan in July. Any recommendations?

like

Iceland to Ireland 🤔

Post Photo
like

How are you teaching middle or high school chorus in the fully virtual realm? I’m looking for new ideas and techniques. I hate that my choirs can only sing on Zoom with everyone muted...that’s the opposite of choral singing :-(

like

Additional Posts in Career Pivot

Having a difficult time trying to break into Product management / FAANG corporation. I have a BS/MS engineering with 2.5 YOE in R&D engineering and 1 year in Tech Sales selling commercial products, booking $6million in Y1.

I've submitted a bunch of MBA apps to try and use the OCR there to transfer, but would like to pivot without taking $200k in debt if possible. Any advice?

like

Is an exit opportunity from public accounting (audit) to product specialist a career limiting move in the long term? I would essentially double my pay in the short term but I feel I would burn all the progress I made in the accounting field and would limit future accounting opportunities in the long term. Would love to hear some career advice or feedback from anyone who has done this or is navigating through a similar path.

like

I would like to break into the mortgage industry preferably in underwriting or loan processing. I only hold an associate degree in Criminal Justice but have had exposure doing notary work. Everyone is asking for 3 years plus experience. Hopeless?

like

With more than 10 years experience in oil and gas, i feel like this sector is having big transformation and would like to jump ship to consulting and take a role in strategizing the transformation (have some experience in operation improvement, logistic management and digital apps implementation). I was interviewed by 2 of MBB in 2020 and rejected. Currently I am going to attend a M7 MBA and try to path my way in into MBB or T2 consulting. I am asking on how to put better approach on this Bain & Company

like

Anyone know how to get a position as an HRBP without HRPB experience? All positions I've looked at want previous experience. Would over 5 years of HR experience and a PHR suffice, or what skills should be added to that?

like

I've an interview with a Director tomorrow.
What do they ask Technical or Managerial stuff's?

like

Hi looking to jump into IT. I have an MBA but I’m going back to school for Accounting and Computer Technology. In the meantime I’m trying to complete the google it certificate asap. Without a referral will I be able to break into IT with a few google certificates they have for IT? I have extensive skills but too many to put on one resume.. but I should qualify for entry level jobs at least if not more due to my advanced degree, and previous experience.

like

People who have gotten a good job transferring into a new career role. Can you guys post your resumes that got you in.?

like

Recording my first round digital interview for Deloitte this afternoon. Any tips for starting/getting through the interview process? Public health research background trying to transition into more operational work.

I also just finished second round at Planned Parenthood and waiting to hear from them. At what point do I need to inform everybody that I’m looking at other opportunities as well?

like

Looking to transition out of sales. Ideally into public policy or public relations, I have some experience wearing a lot of hats in an operations/admin role. But have been struggling to find an entry level role that requires less than 3 year’s experience. Any advice?

like

I have an interview for Audit - Data Quality Analyst with a bank next week. Any tips on what to expect for interview questions please ?

likehelpful

Help! I have worked in healthcare since 1995. The last 2 years have been the worst in my working life. I am a licensed occupational therapist that has worked with seniors. For the last 10 years I have managed senior living facilities. I have 25 years of management experience and multiple specialties and credentials. I do need a certain income, but can’t seem to find anything that I think I would nab an interview. Does anyone have any ideas???

like

1/2 Not sure this is the best Bowl, if not please let me know.
I’ve been working in algo-trading for 3 years and I hate it here. I feel like I’m not learning anything and I don’t trust my managers to know how to generate revenues (no strategic revenue growth in 3y) and I don’t even work in the math models or finance topics that seemed interesting when I joined.
I would like to pivot to Equity Research because they seem to know what they’re talking about and

like

Im a CPA, left public accounting after 1yr for FP&A and now IR. Not really using my CPA. mostly just a credibility credential now. Worth pursuing a CFA if I don’t intend to go into investment management? Is there a reasonable path to investment management with my experience? Pros & cons vs current path (corporate finance/treasury/IR)?

like

Any engineers specifically electrical engineers? I'm trying to get more experience with electrical equipment like oscilloscopes, multimeters and microcontrollers and things like that. Besides, you know YouTube and other online resources. Does anyone know any resources to try or places to go? That have labs for public use or to pay for? I graduated from school last year so I can use the equipment anymore.

like

Does anyone in here work for Pearson (educational materials provider). I have a friend that would like a referral.

like

I am trying to pivot to business intelligence. Recently, I just did a phone screening with an internal recruiter, I am waiting for them to schedule an interview with the hiring manager. It might be best to just wait but I really want this job and to work at this company. Would it be weird if I reached out to the manager on LinkedIn?

like

What practical careers are people pivoting from straight Accounting?

like

HR Director looking for a PWC referral ! Please let me know if you can help me out. This is for a consulting role.

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.