Do You REALLY Need a Master's Degree in Tech? (WGU Edition)

[@JoshMadakor]

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[@PurposeOverPlenty]

I graduated with the Master’s in IT management from WGU - mostly based from your recommendation and I really enjoyed it. I was in the camp of I was in a upper leadership role and I felt like I needed something to add to my resume as I was getting stagnant. It only took me about 3 months because I attacked it but I wouldn’t take it back. Only makes me more employable in the future. Three months were going to pass anyways so might as well have a masters lol

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Tyler, thanks for taking the time to comment. Congrats on the degree, and I like how you said this: _>Three months were going to pass anyways so might as well have a masters lol_ I think about this all the time and try to make the most efficient use of my time. It's gonna go by anyway, might as well become as much of a chief as I can lol

[@uzomaobasi3767]

You can get a masters in 3 months?

[@stardestroyer59]

@@uzomaobasi3767 you can get a masters as fast as you can work. Some peoples' experience and availability means everyone works at a different pace

[@cdouglashall]

@@uzomaobasi3767 I have a friend who retired from IT and said WGU is popular in IT because many workers have experience and Certs and no degrees and WGU will let you go as fast as you can and test out so a lot of veterans in IT can totally blast through the material and finish a degree quickly because they have significant experience and familiarity with everything.

[@ov02002]

what kind of job can you get with a Master's in IT management? i have no previous IT experience but this MS seems the fastest in completing. so my biggest concern is getting this MS in IT management but can't find a job once completed

[@cybersandoval85]

I totally jumped into this Masters program straight from completing my Bachelors. Finishing was the best feeling ever.

[@JoshMadakor]

Yeah, it does feel good to have it totally finished :p

[@2king577]

How long did it take you to finish?

[@realgiancarlos]

Is it a separate tuition cost if you do it in the timeframe of the semester?

[@kristinabudgets5615]

Hi Josh! I just want to say how much I appreciate your videos. You give us clean cut answers, opinions based on experience, and so much truth. Thank you for being so in depth and going through to the work to even provide spreadsheets for your videos. I seriously have been binging almost all of your vids the past week haha. You have inspired me to get my degree through WGU through your strategies, when I never thought I’d go back to school. You rock! 🙌🏼

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Kristina, I appreciate that you appreciate my the videos, haha! But seriously, thank you for watching, I'm really glad they could have a positive impact T_T. I've had a lot of fun going through the programs there and I think you will too! Love using reddit to see how other people deal with the class I'm currently working on. Best of luck with your journey and WGU!! And thanks again!!

[@ORBrett]

Videos like this and the one where you compare degrees from WGU have been amazingly helpful

[@JoshMadakor]

Thanks so much! I’ll make some more ^^

[@blackswan7568]

I think with any career, it ultimately doesn't really matter what degree (bachelor's, master's, doctorate, etc.) you have; it's the skills you have that really matter. A degree, cert, etc. is only helpful if it teaches you the skills you need. Great info as usual👍

[@JoshMadakor]

Thank you! And well said!

[@777sweet]

My personal opinion it's great if you want to teach in the future. That's what I want to do eventually. I feel certification are more valuable. Thank you again Josh!

[@JoshMadakor]

Thanks for watching! Teaching is definitely fun. I feel like if I were a classroom teacher again, I would try to release the curriculum on the internet as well lol. Or teach what I'm teaching in the class, on KZbin as well or something. I really like the scale of the internet 🥺

[@superplusextra9634]

Amazing breakdown Josh. Thanks for making a video of my comment. 👍

[@JoshMadakor]

No problems! Thanks so much for watching, as always :)

[@BeyondThe-b3v]

Got my MSITM from WGU, going back for my MBA, to be more versatile. I’ve been in cyber for 7 years, ready to transition into the business side of things and maybe in a different industry

[@am33x]

In cybersecurity from what I've seen, experience matters most. Then if you got CISSP or OSCP + experience, only sky is the limit. Now for business, that MBA is probably more useful.

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Mike, pretty much agree with everything you said haha. CISSP for HR, OSCP for skills (and HR). T hanks for watching :o)

[@cdouglashall]

@@JoshMadakor My research indicates that CISO requires a Masters and CISSP or maybe one of the other 2 near equivalent Certs (CISM or CCISO). Are there many CISO’s without a Masters?

[@yandanimbobosi2575]

Wow you are a cool guy. Much love from South Africa.

[@777sweet]

I love your spreadsheets. It's helps a lot. I have a mini folder.

[@JoshMadakor]

Glad you like them, haha. They are comfy to make lol

[@777sweet]

Yes Josh! Lol

[@Eric-ey7rm]

Personally, I entered the Bachelors program in cybersec without knowing much about the field back in March 2020. Jump forward to today, I will be done with my bachelors in 4 months. I was admitted into the masters program and about 12 credits from my bachelors would count towards my Masters, so it was a no brainer. Most people harp down on not needing a degree to get into this field, which is valid to a certain point. I feel like this program introduced me to a variety of different options within the field and it also allowed me to become better at communicating thoughts and ideas. For example, should one just decide to go for certifications, great all for it, but you would probably miss out on learning other topics within this field. There are soooooo many paths to take and the one I chose allowed me to see that.

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey, thanks so much for sharing your experience. There ARE often times a lot of unforeseen benefits to something that you don't realize until you're actually doing it. Appreciate your POV. Hope other people see this and can benefit from it.

[@cdouglashall]

@@JoshMadakor Saw it. Benefiting now. 😎

[@smoothvirus]

I'm already in the B.S. program for Cybersecurity and IA. And to be honest, the fact that you have to get the CEH for the masters degree is a bit of a turn-off for that program. Ask people in the industry what they think of the CEH cert and you'll get some interesting answers.

[@JoshMadakor]

_>the fact that you have to get the CEH for the masters degree is a bit of a turn-off for that program_ Lmao, I know right? _Ask people in the industry what they think of the CEH cert and you'll get some interesting answers._ 😂😂😂

[@juliodavid8094]

In my country there is no Bs in Cyber security so I’m getting a degree on something that has a coding and some Information security, so I was thinking on getting a Master on Cyber Security and Resilience

[@Samsons121]

Great video Josh, you’re on fire 🔥! 😁😁😁

[@JoshMadakor]

Thanks Arnold! And thanks for watching :>

[@dianaalyssa8726]

Have been considering MSIT (or cybersecurity secondly as an interest). Did 7/10 of MBA program online elsewhere they merged the online/irl classes when the pandemic happened and where I was wasn't equipped to stream classes despite claiming to be a tech savvy (ipad) uni, I finished that 8 week term and jumped ship. I did feel that moment when the pandemic hit that I was in the wrong degree, that I should have went for IT instead. Coming from a BBA in Accounting, the MBA I did online locally was an exact repeat of my undergrad but with writing more word requirement term papers. I can't say if the one here is the same, but coming from a BBA the MBA felt boring and less quantitative than accounting. I can see how not having b-school MBA could be appealing in that case. Not sure I want to go back into the grind, though am leaning MSIT if I did commit to it. I usually found in grad school I was time gated heavily even in 8 week sessions. I feel the MBA was overhyped. I took the GMAT and GRE previously and did okay on those but had no desire to retake to go to the state flagship. I had the MBA Marketing flavor, was discouraged from trying anything harder/more interesting like finance, really do feel the concentrations are flavors of the MBA electives, though I did actually like the weird different college journalism electives I ended up taking during MBA school and beating out some of the journalism students for best podcast one time. A lot of the MBA assignments were watching TEDx talks and typing as I listened/reacted. I felt like I've learned more online self studying. A part of me would rather build a new computer and upgrade my storage before I think about going back. I find I start eating through storage if any video/audio recording for presentations is required and well I would probably have to ask about the MBA IT also, though I wouldn't want to unless it was fast. It's hard to find programs for switching from business school undergrad usually, feel like I made a mistake in studying b-school earlier.

[@danigan9564]

So I’m almost done with my bachelors in cybersecurity from wgu. I have 5 months of actual “IT” experience working as a data center technician but that’s it. I’m trying to transition into cybersecurity without any experience . Would me jumping straight into masters and getting it worth it? Like would it make me look cooler?😂 or increase the likelihood of me getting my first job with better pay? ( with projects of course)

[@charliedallachie3539]

Short answer: Not really. I was prepping for the GRE at one point until I did some more research into it. I decided the cost isn’t worth it. I was also considering a masters in business or something to round out the computer science degree which is good for management/director roles but it wouldn’t affect salary much. Maybe a 10% bump if that. Not worth the debt imo. Turns out I am still able to make significant salary bumps with each new job. Now If you’re rich or have the desire to learn go for it. Also some schools have combined bachelors masters programs, it’d be more worth it in that case. I ran into a few peers at my last job actually doing an online PhD in Cyber. Sounds cool but is it worth the money (50-80k?)It’s a personal decision I guess but it’s not needed. Another factor too is the field changes so fast, what you learn in school could be obsolete in 20 years. Tech wise I’d also look into AI, machine learning, automation etc since that’s probably going to be big over the next couple decades.

[@JoshMadakor]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this!

[@CuteCombatVet]

Which one has a faster completion time? MS cybersecurity or MBA It management? I’m trying to go for it immediately after I get my bachelors this may just to get it out the way cause I don’t know when I’d have another job that pays the bills while also giving me a lot of free time to focus on myself.

[@Da_Black_Man]

Thank you for your perspective

[@JoshMadakor]

NP!! Thanks so much for watching!

[@danielwong126]

Keep up the great content!

[@jrivera12]

Hey Josh, can you dive into the BSBA IT Management degree path? With your experience in Cyber Security, I’m curious as to see how effective a degree in IT management is when it comes to managing others who are more technically savvy than you.

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Jonathan. I feel it's OFTEN the case that the manager is less technical than their direct reports. I'm really bad at managing humans (I don't like it), so I tend to not really get involved with that curriculum too much, but a manager is typically good at leveraging their reports strengths and removing blockers for them and relying on their technical expertise :)

[@kaleof3748]

Hey Josh! Like always awesome video, love your stuff. Have you ever made a video talking about eJPT and if it's worth it all? If you have my bad, just curious :)

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Kaleo! Thanks for watching! I haven't yet, but I do plan on actually getting the cert in the future and then writing a review on it. I just have to somehow make time for it. It's really hard to get time these days, but hopefully sometime soon! def on my todo list :>

[@kaleof3748]

@@JoshMadakor No for sure man! I get that. I'm currently training for it and was just wondering if you had any input on it. Looking forward to learn more from that video and more to come!

[@montyuchiha8530]

I was hoping the MBA in IT Management would be in this video also. I am curious what you think about that program. Like what about that program makes it different from the MBA.

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Monty, check out this diff i made of MBA IT vs MBA: www.diffchecker.com/pfHI9yYL Looks like the differences are: IT has "IT Project Management" and "IT Strategic Solutions" whereas the MBA has "Management Communication" and "Operations Management". The degrees are extremely similar, other than that and the Capstone. Hope this helps :)

[@montyuchiha8530]

@@JoshMadakor great! Thanks Josh, love your content man.

[@cdouglashall]

I am looking into MBA in IT because I want A) Masters, B) IT cred 😎

[@Frightful_Lag0]

I feel so incompetent in IT, I'm getting my CCNA from my local college and I'm terrified of failing because I have fallen behind, I want to get into the industry but it feels like climbing a mountain that I don't even have gear to climb, I'm going free hand and I'm scared I'm about to fall

[@JoshMadakor]

To be fair, CCNA is *HARD*, just keep at it and learn outside of class if you have time. I might also recommend supplementing your college curriculum with cbtnuggets ccna Course. It costs money, but it's _REALLY_ decent. Make sure to practice cli too! CCNA, is no joke, but is incredibly marketable. Best of luck 😊

[@ericesquivel5298]

Me a senior in high school watching this entire video 😌

[@JoshMadakor]

It’s closer than it seems! Especially with all the mechanisms for self-pacing and stuff, it’s possible to have a masters at 19 years old 😂. I definitely wouldn’t trade my in-person experience at community college for anything though, that was a great point in my life 🥹

[@phred8241]

I really enjoy your videos man. I appreciate you taking the time efforts to put these videos together for us. I noticed the MBA-ITM didn’t make it on the spreadsheet. Or I’m not sure if I missed you mentioning it. Is it because it’s just about the same as the MBA program ?

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Phred, thanks so much for watching! I appreciate it! The decision to not put it on was kind of random/arbitrary. I just felt like putting the traditional "MBA" on there and didn't want to crowd the spreadsheet too much. Sorry, kind of an underwhelming answer, but yeah, I do feel MBA and MBA-ITM are similar enough :)

[@suncoco4070]

I have been thinking about getting a masters degree. Nice job.

[@JoshMadakor]

Thanks for watching! really appreciate it! If you have the time/money, it's nice to be able to check a masters off the list of things to get :p

[@308KingsRoad]

♨️These videos truly help with improving a road map to get into technical Roles thank you for this quality content.

[@yomema8234]

hey Josh what is your opinion on getting the MBA from WGU then transferring credits and going through coursera to get a master is CS from like the University of Illinois or one of the other really good colleges is because I heard some companies do pay more and may even pay for your school in an I.T company if you wanted to do that after WGU is dual masters way over doing it I remember you once saying something about after your degree it is more about certs and just staying relevant

[@JoshMadakor]

I'm not sure I would get a dual masters unless you just wanted to have it--that is as good of a reason as any! I would probably only get one masters and then work on skills/certs, but in the end, it's all about doing what you feel like doing. I'd have to research the coursera thing a bit more, but it sounds cool!

[@tstone9151]

That’s not even possible, uiuc and most universities won’t accept you into their mba program if you already have one. Thats why getting an mba from WGU is a huge mistake

[@A.M.1.]

In case someone hasn't mentioned it. I have no problem with the thumbnails lol 😅🤣

[@JoshMadakor]

Hahaha, thank you

[@kevinbarr1296]

hey Josh, I've lurked on most of your videos. I really enjoy the content. I got my MS in Cyber Security from Maryville University (online), a few years ago. I am not entirely sure if I would recommend the program, but I was looking to transition from a different field as I already had a BA degree in Chemistry lol. It helped me bypass some HR filters and get a job in IT, from a large company, before I even graduated. I probably would've considered WGU instead of Maryville if I understood the program at the time. Cheers ^^

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Kevin, thanks for watching and sharing your story! Very cool. Glad it helped you bypass HR. HR is so troublesome sometimes lol.

[@cdouglashall]

@@JoshMadakor I stumbled on your channel and I’m watching this video now. I’ve been admitted to WGU and have a Bachelors already but am wondering what will help me more, Bachelor’s in Cyber or MBA in IT. I’m a consultant now and think MBA in IT is best but the 14 Certs in the Bachelor’s may help me transition back into Tech faster. Maybe 😮?

[@0206-b8z]

That's correct you need a good portfolio to distinguish yourself

[@JoshMadakor]

Thanks for the 02 cents 02 😂👏

[@0206-b8z]

@@JoshMadakor lol

[@xinn3]

I have a different major in BFA graphic design. So, I'm going going my masters in cybersecurity and was informed that I need 5 more undergraduate classes that I would have to take awhile taking my masters. I found out that I wanted to do cybersecurity after taking a coding class dead last into my last semester as senior.

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey, sounds good I suppose! You wanna work in Cyber or just find it interesting and want to learn more?

[@xinn3]

@@JoshMadakor both! I'm the type of person that gets bored easy. And I need constant learning mental challenging and physical where I have free time to keep learning.

[@aaronsimmons1201]

Hey Josh, I have an MBA and I agree with the comments on networking to move up in the leadership is far more than the degree. Unfortunately, politics has a lot to do with it. I am starting the M.S. I'm Cyber Security and Information Assurance in January in hopes to diversify my career. I work in cyber security currently in the ISRM domain focusing on security training and awareness. We discussed prior the CISSP versus this degree as it relates to difficulty. I also just knocked out the CRISC certification training and will take the test next week (should be pretty easy). That stated, while you can't do a direct comparison based on experience between the MBA and the MSCSIA, would it be safe assumption that this degree doesn't go heavy into the nuts and bolts of the technical and is more focused on the governance?

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Aaron, thanks for watching/commenting! _>would it be dafe assumption that this degree doesn't go heavy into the nuts and bolts of the technical and is more focused on the governance?_ Yep, absolutely. There is a _little bit_ of technical topics, but the bachelor's goes way, way deeper. Masters is more around strategy, governance, policy, management, and that sort of thing :)

[@aaronsimmons1201]

@@JoshMadakor Excellent! I enjoy your videos and appreciate your feedback.

[@brightboakye3996]

@@aaronsimmons1201 Were you able to take the CRISC test, I actually had never heard of that exact one until now but it makes sense. If you were able to take it, how did it go?

[@aesthetics4days]

thanks, you answered exactly what i was curious about

[@isaacblakely2237]

This was actually helpful. I am enrolling in a master's degree at NCU for cyber security and I was wondering what types of opportunities to use it with and I was thinking of governance or audit types of positions. I work in the DOD world so I thought it would help me out. What are your thoughts on NCU's master's program? I can send you a link if you'd like. Thanks again for your videos.

[@rafaelolf5573]

Hi Josh what do you think of the Sans Technology Institute Bachelor’s Degrees in Applied Cybersecurity (BACS)

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Rafael, I definitely need more time to dive into this and learn about it a bit more. Just looking at it, it seems kind of expensive, but we _are_ talking about SANS here. I can't really say if it's "worth it" or not at this point, but I don't doubt the quality. Sorry for the non-answer 😅

[@rafaelolf5573]

@@JoshMadakor I want to become a Cybercrime Investigator at the Police departement at my country. And one of the requirments is that you need a bachelor degree next to some certs

[@oscarofnortheast1772]

Absolutely great your any video

[@JoshMadakor]

Thanks again Oscar, haha. Appreciate you!

[@adriangarcia1342]

Hi, I have a BS in Criminal Justice. I started a Master Degree in Management and Leadership at Webster University. Since starting I’m beginning to question my choices. I now see Cyber Security/IT/Cloud/Network management as a career field of interest. I don’t have any tech experience. Would you abandon the idea of a MS and start with a WGU BS in IT? Get some certs and go to work? Or switch to a Master in Cyber Security and get some certs on my own? I know I’m over thinking this. I want to ensure employability after going back to school.

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Adrian! Thanks for watching and commenting. This is just my opinion but I seldom recommend people to get a double bachelors. I also don't really recommend getting a Master's without experience since it's unneeded and just presents extra opportunity cost. I would recommend getting a security cert or two, perhaps CompTIA Security+ and TCM's PNPT cert. Then do a few labs (search "Josh Madakor cybersecurity projects"), make a portfolio, then just try to break into both IT and Cyber at the same time, and take whatever comes first. After you start getting the initial experience, just keep trying to make your way into whatever area you want to work in. Just my opinion though! You sound really squared away, so whatever you decide to do, I'm sure you'll execute on it well :)

[@shahzebkhan3044]

looking at my name in the patreon section is a dope feeling

[@JoshMadakor]

Looking at your name in the patreon is a dope feeling for me too, haha. Seriously, ty for the support T_T

[@romwd3]

🙌 u clearly explained . For INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS IT is DIFFICULT TO GET MASTERS IN CYBER SECURITY ADMISSION IN USA. Could you please provide r recommend which University should I apply for ms in cyber security.

[@JoshMadakor]

Gosh, I really need to do more research on this. I don't have a good grasp of international education, but you might check out Thomas Edison State University. They have an online program that will allow you to transfer in a lot of courses. Check it out: www.tesu.edu/admissions/apply-international-student

[@romwd3]

@@JoshMadakor The course is totally online but I'm looking for on campus Program.Thanks for responding.. 🙌🙌🙌

[@Dominique.Danielle]

Does it make sense to do the BA/MS accelerated program with WGU? Or do the BA separately? I am looking to be a project manager for career goal. I really appreciate your channel.

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey! Sorry for the slow reply. It looks like, if you intend to get the MS eventually anyway, it makes the most sense to do the accelerated program. Also, I think Project+ is completely replaced with CAPM when you do the accelerated program. I kinda have a video about this, check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKOmZYhtaph2f5I

[@Dominique.Danielle]

@@JoshMadakor thank you so much

[@davidpalafox6978]

Now that I landed a job I’m definitely gonna get a Masters degree so that I can have a higher salary. I could really care less what degree I get so is a Masters in IT management an easier route?

[@DEDEPLDEDE]

Hi Josh. Out of topic question : is there any good IBM Qradar course for beginners that you could provide? Of course less than 2k € or $

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey DThorn, so sorry but I really have no idea. Splunk training courses are freakin expensive too. I've been to a few of them and I felt kind of underwhelmed honestly. Do you have access to the SIEM now? you might consider just like, focusing on a single use case and pour through the docs, try to learn about it and implement stuff.

[@DEDEPLDEDE]

@@JoshMadakor No worries. Yes, I have access to to Qradar and Azure Sentinel. I like it a lot. Just need more deeper training. My coworkers and managers have a lot of work with tickets so I am feeling bit neglected. I just checked Udemy and there is nothing really there up to date. I have 2 weeks training and I can/will extend it. Just need more time spending with my trainer. Talk soon

[@ProgrammedByPooja]

What is the right masters degree to get for those who will have a bachelors in Software Engineering from WGU? I am interested in having a leadership role in the future

[@Castelanu91]

Did you ever figure this out?

[@brittanyburnam9893]

Hi Josh, I love your videos I recently quit teaching because I have not had time to focus on my studies. I was on a free software engineering bootcamp. But im considering transitioning into cloud computing or cyber security. I also love working with people so maybe IT. Is it better to pursue a bachelors program because they include all of certification?

[@xxxx-tb4de]

Master's degree in Tech is an absolute waste of money unless your aspiration is to do a PhD and even then, it is only worth it if you do a master's from a top 20 university.

[@nolongerinuse488]

I wish they had a masters for Cloud Computing.

[@clintbishop9145]

You would learn more from the three cloud provider certs on this subject. i.e. AWS, Google or Azure.

[@JoshMadakor]

Could just go HARD and get some professional level AWS cloud certs :p. Kinda treat that like your masters lol. It would still be harder than the Cyber masters if you did that, lol

[@Jes1919]

I plan to move to my ancestral home in Israel, and have my degree in Information technology. I don’t know having a masters degree overseas really matters.

[@StrongestNerd]

Question, am I trying to learn too much? I'm in a Bachelors program for Cybersecurity, Learning Python, SQL & Swift trough Codecademy and studying for Security+. Any recommendations would be great. Thank you!

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Victor! Not sure if all of those things are part of the curriculum or not, but I might try to laser focus on one or two things at a time. For example, I would probably drop Swift and SQL. Maybe only pick up bits and piece of SQL if you need it for your python projects. When you do too many things at once, it kind of detracts from the whole, since extra mental energy is wasted when you're switching context too much. Just my opinion. But good on you attacking all of these things. Be sure to save your python projects for your portfolio :). I'll do a video soon about how to make a nice portfolio/Github! Thanks for watching!

[@StrongestNerd]

@@JoshMadakor Thank you for the feedback, will be looking forward to the video. I know nothing about operating Github at all. Thanks again!

[@trawsoza2926]

@@StrongestNerd lol I'm legit doing almost the same thing 😂

[@rtlau-mk4di]

You can get overwhelmed when you try to learn or do too many things at once. At least that is what happens to me. It also becomes more difficult to achieve mastery in certain skill areas when you try to learn so much at once. What ends up happening in that situation is you have this extensive breadth of superficial knowledge, but no depth. Depth is always better than breadth. Ideally, you will want both, but it will take a long time to develop those two qualities. Hope that helps, although I know you weren't asking me specifically to provide advice.

[@StrongestNerd]

@@trawsoza2926 😂 at least I'm not the only one.

[@TheMsgodiva]

Hi, I have my Bachelors in Criminal Justice and I don’t work in that field right now. I am in the field of IT. Since I do want a career I was thinking of getting another bachelors in ITM but now I’m thinking to just do the Masters ITM program with WGU. What do you suggest ?

[@TheMsgodiva]

Career change *

[@JoshMadakor]

I generally don’t recommend getting a double bachelors unless you have a really specific reason for it. If you really want an MS, I might recommend going after the MSITM as you said or the MS data analytics. Both are neat :)

[@TheMsgodiva]

Thank you so much! I’m going to go with the Masters.

[@gerainecomer8223]

I have a B.S. in psychology and currently making the transition over into tech. Currently enrolled in Google cybersecurity program to learn the basics. Thinking about enrolling in WGU but don’t know if I should get another Bachelors or Masters could any body give me some insight or path recommendations?

[@mikestubeviews9973]

Love your vidoes. I am finishing up my WGU BSIT this term and want to get the MSCIA. Better to get CISSP then the MSCIA or the other way around?

[@bunbohue369]

Cissp is way harder

[@tonyjovan1885]

Josh does WGU help you in any way to be recognized by big companies For example Microsoft, Google ,fox5 or any other.

[@JoshMadakor]

They have some kind of alumni network, but I've never tried to use it to be honest :(. I don't think they have any direct links with any FAANGs or anything like this that I'm aware of. Check out WGU HandShake here: www.wgu.edu/career-services.html (ty for watching!)

[@pauliusnarkevicius9959]

If World would be Peaceful Place, then any Security for Business is extra weight and cost, who would want that? Now in other words, if Person sees benefits in studying then Great, i.e. in Belgium many Individuals has more than one Bachelor, that is cool, if You have money to Pay it out? Masters is for People who gonna go for the Education and be Educators. I guess, if You don't want do that, then...

[@indian3197]

Do you think it is worth to go for MBA in ITM from WGU for a person with 15 years of experience in Telecom domain working in IT company?

[@alienforce12k]

I’m just wondering is it okay to have two bachelor‘s degrees from two different fields from WGU?

[@jerryasagba7352]

You forgot when your parents are paying for your masters and just kinda force you into it after grad lol

[@JoshMadakor]

Lol that sucks, but kinda nice at the same time lol. I'm down for an all-expenses-paid masters :D

[@ls6097]

No. You need certifications. My master's degree was only good in the sense that some of the classes I took turned me onto the niche or niches I wanted to focus on. Which is basically what a bachelor's degree is supposed to do.

[@JoshMadakor]

Great comment. I agree :) Taking random classes really shows you "what's out there" and can really help in the sense that you get exposure to stuff you normally wouldn't have known existed. Thanks for taking the time to bring this up!

[@WGUwhatnext]

Does it look better to have a BS and MS from different schools?

[@JoshMadakor]

I've heard this before, but I don't believe it to be true. I don't see how this would matter like 99% of the time tbh

[@Kikline101]

What’s the name of this song 🎶 😊

[@JoshMadakor]

Hahaha, "Like That": kzbin.info/www/bejne/j36rY4WNqtBkZ9U

[@karimbedreddine8967]

Which one you recommend between university of Arizona and WGU

[@JoshMadakor]

Do you mean the online one? I looked at ASU before and I even considered going there, but I felt it was too expensive compared to WGU and I didn't want to spend that much time and money. I definitely don't doubt the curriculum though!

[@karimbedreddine8967]

@@JoshMadakor yes Josh

[@williamlewis3700]

So you have to obtain the cert to pass the class?

[@JoshMadakor]

In most cases yes. Not all classes are like this, but there are some classes that require a cert to pass. I think this is good because it ensures curriculum stays aligned with real-world topics (for the most part).

[@williamlewis3700]

@@JoshMadakor okay because I already have my Net+, Sec+, A+, Server+ & CCNA

[@innocentrage1]

Don't waste the money, it doesnt help. As some one who has a masters and still doesnt even make six figures. Companies only care about experience. Even if you plant your ass in that seat every day and do nothing it doesn't matter as long as you have ten years on your resume.

[@JacksonLloyd952]

Excellent