Easiest IT Degree from WGU | Easiest Bachelor's Degree (2021)

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In this video I answer the question of what is the easiest BS in IT from WGU. I break it down by class and certifications per degree program just in case you're trying to choose your degree based on its difficulty!
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0:00 Intro
0:28 Overview
1:10 Difficulty spreadsheet
3:30 Explaining Transfers
3:39 Which is most difficult
4:00 Explanation start
4:27 Computer Science
8:45 Software Dev
9:41 Net Ops Sec
10:34 Cybersecurity and IA
11:34 Cloud Computing
12:00 BS IT General
12:25 Data Management
13:00 BS IT Management
13:40 Outro
Easiest IT Degree from WGU | Easiest Bachelor's Degree (2021)
About WGU
WGU is an online university which is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). WGU offers several different Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in the fields of IT, Business, Health, and Education.
WGU is unique in the sense that it doesn’t have a traditional quarter or semester system, rather, the students can choose to start whenever they wish. Start dates are set at the first of the month-every month. Another unique property of WGU is that you pay for time instead of credits-that is, you pay for one term at a time (6 months), and you are allowed to complete as many courses as you want within that term, which is key to our speedy completion strategy-more on this later.
It should also be noted that traditional homework is not a requirement to pass classes or graduate at WGU. In order to pass a class at WGU, you must complete one of two things, depending on the class:
Complete the “Objective Assessment”, which is just a multiple choice exam, and/or
Complete the “Performance Assessment, which is essentially an essay.
Some classes will require BOTH an exam and an essay to pass, but I’ve found the classes requiring both tend to be easier and/or less complicated to complete.
Going back to the Objective Assessment class-type, there are actually two types of Objective Assessments. The first type is an exam that was created by WGU in-house, and the second type is an exam that was created by a third-party. These third-party exams are given by well-known vendors such as CompTIA (A+, Network+, Security+, etc), Cisco, Microsoft, ISC(2), etc. It should be noted that the third-party exams are much more difficult than the exams given by WGU-this is key to the strategy we will be discussing.
Note: I’ve actually created a video describing how to quickly pass these third-party exams, so check that out here:
How to Pass any Certification Exam
Now for the reason you came, The Speed Strategy.
Step 1: Choose Your Degree
The first step of this strategy is picking your degree. While this may seem obvious, there is some strategy involved in choosing which exact degree you enroll for when speed is your primary concern. Each area of study at WGU has several Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees available. Some of these degrees require you to complete many more third-party exams than others, especially in the IT track.
Take the Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity for instance. You’ll be required to complete over 12 industry certifications in order to graduate. While these certifications are quite useful, due to the difficulty, this will stretch out the time required to graduate by quite a lot. In comparison, the Bachelor’s in IT Management does not actually require any third-party certificates. This will greatly reduce the time and effort required to complete your degree. What I tend to suggest to people, is choose a degree with less or no third-party certification requirements, graduate quickly, and then get any certificates you want, after the fact.
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[@JoshMadakor]

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[@sciji3118]

Can you please make a itinerary type guide of how someone who's absolute beginner, could self educate self train how to become Data Analyst? I trust no-one more than you too as your extremely capable and basically did it yourself!

[@stephennero1610]

The Hands on training is it credit transferable

[@RunOs3]

This vid provided me with more information than the “advisors” at wgu ever did.

[@graciousgrace7509]

I had to ask to change my advisor Bro..

[@RunOs3]

@@graciousgrace7509 no surprise. They have a lot of incompetent people there.

[@aoitodo5392]

@@graciousgrace7509who did you have?

[@moazzammalik3843]

Haha that is very true. Josh is very good. I am learning more from josh that anywhere else.

[@CoreyWhiteCollar]

True. I learned pretty much everything the advisor was capable of and how to circumnavigate in 2 weeks.

[@Kngdmio]

I'm in the Data Analytics/Data Management Program, and I agree with it's position. I'm flying through pretty good. There are multiple Python, SQL classes as well as other classes addressing Data Cleaning, etc... but nothing super difficult. The course really builds on itself, and in my opinion is easy to grasp. I knew a little Python and Javascript coming in so the Programming courses are not so bad at all. I've yet to bang out the Data Structures and Algorithms and Machine Learning classes, but cant imagine they're anything but intro classes.

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Ray, thanks for taking time to share your thoughts! I Didn't realize the Data Degree had DSA in there, oops! If it's DS and Algos 1, it shouldn't be too bad, but still kinda troublesome. AI was kinda long in the CS program but it wasn't too hard compared to the rest of the stuff. GL with the rest of the program, and thanks again!

[@Adivasi7777]

Ray, Thanks for your input. Wondering what kind of resources WGU provide for the DA/DM classes...pluralsight, ITTV, Cybrary...

[@ruth5982]

hey i want to take java and python at my community college in the fall and then transfer over into WGU and lets also say i knock out my gend eds would i be able to finish the data analytics degree in two terms, from your experiemce with the course?

[@kurrwa]

@@ruth5982 Some classes you can finish in a few days or even in a day if you know what you are doing. I'm only halfway through my degree, python took me 3 months to pass ( I passed on the first try) I think it could be possible if you will work really hard and understand the material fast

[@trediaz4012]

Glad to read this. I am looking forward to the Data Analytics program.

[@armisis]

Thanks I got my BAITM yesterday done. Started on March. Starting a MBA in September.

[@perezident14]

Thank you so much for making these videos. My brother is wanting to make a career switch into cyber security / tech and your videos have been super digestible. I’ve recently made a switch into software development so my advice only goes so far for him. Thank you!

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Perezident, hah. No problem, appreciate you watching! Glad the content has been useful for your bro, best of luck to the switch, sounds exciting :)

[@spyghetti]

awesome breakdown as always, your content is definitely helpful and insightful. appreciate the rock solid content.

[@JoshMadakor]

I appreciate that and appreciate you watching!

[@spyghetti]

@@JoshMadakor So close to enrolling on the fence with software development just gotta keep watching your vids it injects confidence to grind it out. I have some programming mainly python but only surface projects, either way your videos are definitely helpful.

[@celestemilanio8878]

Great advice as always Mr Makador ! Thank you.

[@JoshMadakor]

Thank you Celeste :o)

[@kazami6317]

Good to see the CC is a mid to low difficulty haha. Already have the cloud practitioner so at least once cert is out of the way. Started Intro to Python on SDC and appreciate the discount code!

[@JoshMadakor]

Oh great! No problem, and thanks for using it :) Best of luck!

[@Haftah]

You are amazing for giving us all this information!! I am already in the software qa automation field but I get my resume turned down so many times due to not having a degree. I am planning on starting next month with WGU and get my bachelors in IT management. Thank you for the inspiration 🙏

[@gaygachad8305]

How is the BS in ITM going ?

[@smdjuhurr9474]

How far along are you. I plan on doing BSITM too

[@channelchange6011]

Good video, I agree with this , they made some changes to the cloud program which could change this a little depending on which track you take.

[@MiguelGG03]

Starting the BSIT at WGU December 1st. Your videos have been so helpful. Thanks a lot, Josh!

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Miguel, Thanks for watching and no problem! Best of luck with the BSIT, December is coming up quick! Exciting!

[@freeshybreeze]

How did it go so far?

[@MiguelGG03]

@@freeshybreeze So far so good. I just started my second term yesterday. If all goes well, I should finish within 3 terms (before next May). Could have been faster but I have a family and full time job so the hours I spend a week studying aren't crazy high.

[@Random-dd4lt]

@@MiguelGG03 congrats !!!!

[@mpforeverunlimited]

Are you almost done now? Second term should be winding down right?

[@FPHC33]

Thank you, I appreciate your informative content.

[@roberttolito7665]

Wowza You're at 13k!! Well deserved my dude!

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Robert! Thanks so much! It happened kind of fast lol

[@TechLuvnMomma]

Thank you for this breakdown 😍 🙏

[@JoshMadakor]

Np! Thanks for commenting Momma, haha! I recorded the Google cert video last night and will release it on Monday. I was seriously exhausted when I did it so it might be bad lol..

[@TechLuvnMomma]

@@JoshMadakor awww. I get wanting to keep the momentum but you got to give yourself a break. Set boundaries for yourself. Do you have a day you tell yourself you won't record or edit?. I say 2 days but if you don't have 1, start with that. Then work your way up to 2 😊 Creator burn out is real. Love what you do and if you do a Lil less than normal, that's on. Myself and many others will still be here and continue to love it 😉 💜

[@dogma7911]

I've done EXTENSIVE research on this and have come up with the exact same conclusion. This also follows similar to a cost analysis comparing taking outside courses and transferring in.

[@JoshMadakor]

Dang, I'm glad to hear that lmao. Feels like I did something right, haha

[@jessicaklein4389]

Hi Josh!! I'm responding in regards to a previous comment that I made: I ended up enrolling in the BS IT before you replied to my comment! (I thought that you weren't going to respond, so thanks for responding!!) The business-type courses are torturously boring!! I guess we will see how it goes😂 thanks for the insightful content!! This video answered all of my questions. Thanks for organizing it in a way that let's everyone know why you have developed your opinion.

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Jessica, I remember that--I did kind of a long reply lol. Enrolling in BS IT is a good choice and you can always switch it later if you want. It's the "easiest" one if you want to diversify and pick up a few certs along the way! I appreciate that you appreciate the content organization haha. Also thanks for watching and taking the time to comment again :). Best of luck with the BSIT!!

[@candyfountain7414]

Thanks Josh I need s grant and take the class I want 8n jacking county community c8kkwge and get a grant for psychology but thanks there's to much to umpteenth in it

[@jcnash02]

I only disagree on 1 thing: Network Operations and Security does require 2 programming classes, the one for basic programming languages and 1 for Python. You can decide for yourself how difficult those are. I, for one, didn’t want to program at all, but I’ll suck it up to finish.

[@bvmehta1980]

WGU pushed me beyond my limits. I am so grateful that those frustrating hours and hard work made me more knowledgeable than ever. BSIT SD!

[@JoshMadakor]

Glad to hear it! I've had many frustrating hours trying to study and make programs work. I feel like the more you struggle, the more potential you have to grow :). Thanks for watching!

[@PrototypeThinker]

@@JoshMadakor I'm interesting how fast u can achieve the easiest course u have mentioned? They are showing it can takes as much as 47 months and CS 21 months and u did in 6 :)

[@Random-dd4lt]

you are the best super helpful and selfless thank you for your service

[@taiojax7555]

Thank you. This helping make my decision for wgu it degree easier.

[@JoshMadakor]

Dope! Best of luck! I Did just make WGU IT General video too, maybe check that one out if you have spare time :)

[@taiojax7555]

@@JoshMadakor will do!

[@st.2934]

Thankfully I took Calculus already and that transferred in for BSCS, but the rest will be an interesting Journey DSA and Discrete Math 2 will probably be most difficult (and Advanced Java Programming).

[@arthursuriya764]

Yo man, the content you provide is very motivating and real. I love it, I work as a mechanic at Boeing and will be changing careers with your help. Thank you!!! This particular video was very beneficial.

[@JoshMadakor]

Awesome! Thanks so much for watching and best of luck with your career switch! I appreciate you watching and the positive feedback :)

[@NateAtWar]

Hey Josh! Love all your videos about WGU and IT. I am currently active duty Air Force and already have Sec+ cert working in IT. Thinking of getting into the general BSIT degree and wondering if I already have Sec+ cert, would that eliminate any classes for the degree? I was also looking into IT management under business admin, do you have any experience with that degree? Not sure how i feel taking business classes.

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey! _>if I already have Sec+ cert, would that eliminate any classes for the degree?_ If you have already completed a cert that's required for a class in the program, that class will be satisfied automatically once you submit your transcript :) _>I was also looking into IT management under business admin, do you have any experience with that degree?_ I've looked at this degree quite a bit and usually recommend it to people who want to finish FAST. I made a video talking about a strategy for completing this program quickly. Check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZOXXoWPZ9-if7c GL!

[@danielbaroulette7036]

Fantastic work.

[@JoshMadakor]

Thanks Daniel! Appreciate you even watching!

[@AxiomBrevity]

Yup took the BSIT not really know what I want to specialize in but leaning towards the cloud. I didn't want to pigeon-hole myself with a specific and if I want to pivot to software dev or devops I can later on like you mentioned. Well said good sir!

[@JoshMadakor]

Thanks chief! Sounds like you made a good decision. Pretty much the best one if you want some certs and diversity. :>

[@427skies]

That's what I wanted to do too!

[@wedothis1563]

Exactly why I chose this degree. Glad others feel the same.

[@TheChicagoballer]

What about the opposite? What if you do Software Dev and end up pivoting to IT?

[@AxiomBrevity]

@@TheChicagoballer For me, that would take too long. I already graduated and got a job in GRC. I was blessed to get a significant increase in compensation. Learning as much as I can to then possibly pivot depending on my options and connections. Im really excited that I was able to get my foot in the door with cyber.

[@cpat7065]

Just finished the Master of Science in Cybersecurity and IA through WGU. Really enjoyed the degree. Just adding something, some employers want a degree. Mine will not hire anyone to a full-time position without one. Two of my last three employers have been this way though I don't necessarily agree with it. Getting the WGU undergrad is very impressive to employers because of the certs that come with it AND you get a degree at the end of it.

[@JoshMadakor]

Thanks for sharing! That's kind of one of the reasons I ended up getting my degree. I don't really know which employers require it and which don't. It's really troublesome and I didn't want to think about it, so I just got it. Def don't regret it

[@SD71232]

@@JoshMadakor for someone that is completely new to IT, and is over 40, switching careers from small business retail owner, so you reccomend CS over cybersecurity or netops? Even though there’s less certs in CS? My main goal is getting the degree which maximizes my chances mid getting hired to a decent paying position within the field

[@chrisadkinson]

Thanks for another great video! Question: If you already have some of the CompTIA certs required for a degree program prior to starting a term, does WGU let you simply “pass out” of that class?

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Chris, thanks for watching! And yes, that's exactly what happens. When I got my BS IT, I transferred in like 4-5 CompTIA certs lol.

[@thesqaanalyst]

@@JoshMadakor Hey Josh, first and foremost, thank you for the information you put out the community. Much appreciated. Secondly, wouldn't it be "wiser" to pass the certs on your own then apply to WGU so that you don't need to enroll until you absolutely need to? For instance, wouldn't it be better to pass all the certs on the Cloud Computing track before enrolling? cheers

[@ParrotMan01276]

Hey Josh. My goals is to get into Data Science, but my route to doing it is admittedly odd. I have my heart set on getting a Computer Science degree at WGU first and then maybe getting a Masters in Data Analytics or the self-taught route.(or both for the statistics and machine learning and business?) What do you think? I love your work and I have been sharing it with my friends. You were so the deciding factor in me getting my CS degree here in 2023.

[@pnwgirl4]

I've been learning data science (doing a boot camp) and from everything I've found applying for jobs in the field and talking to others, if you have your CS degree you do not need to get a masters in data analytics. Having that degree will be enough to get you an interview at a lot of places, and you can just learn more data analytics specific stuff on your own. Basically you should have a solid understanding of databases and SQL and get good at python. There are so many python libraries for data analysis which makes it easy to pick it up quickly and start creating your own analysis and machine learning projects. Since you're getting a CS degree you will have more mathematics knowledge which will help a lot for the machine learning side of things. If you don't do this already you should go to Towards Data Science and read about the different projects people are doing.

[@miguelrosales7150]

Hey Josh, I’m interested in the BS business management | information technology. Do you know if I can use that degree to apply for an MBA at my local college/university.

[@westlee1626]

Hey Josh! I just turned 21 and currently trying to choose a degree to work towards. I’ve been thinking about cyber security but I’m really lost and afraid. I’m not the smartest person but this is a step towards a brighter future. Do you have any advice you can give me making a bigger step towards my career?

[@Kicks2Intelligence]

I’m about to finish my accounting degree, and looking into pursuing an IT degree next. Slightly discouraged because I studied for about a month on comptia A+ and failed. I hated that material though. I have the books for sec+, and net+ which were much more interesting to me, but I stopped after failing A+ as that was said to be the easiest cert.

[@brandonmoran207]

I get its based on certificates but based on the job options seems like the data management/analytics has more on the wgu website. More diverse career options in my opinion, just seems weird that the degree with less certificates and less challenging would have more career paths.

[@michaelraimi1377]

Wow! I was not expecting this. A university with online studies that can be covered in six months. Av done the needful by following you and on tweeter for interesting informations like this. May i ask if we have univerities like this that offers online courses for Architecture (building). Thanks

[@uthorns0787]

Hello Josh, I wanted to get your opinion on my WGU degree options. I am currently in the Cyber program with 6 classes left, however I am getting caught up on the CYSA+ and Pentest, and at this point I really am wanting to get a degree as fast as possible, so I was thinking about switching into the general IT degree, which would leave me with 11classes. I have most of the CompTIA certs that would transfer in, do you think the general IT degree would be quicker to obtain as it doesn't involve so many certs? Thanks

[@abbylynn8872]

Curious, what did you decide to do? Did you stick with cyber?

[@jumpropemf]

Update?

[@jconti0727]

I saw algebra, finite math, and probability and statistics in the IT general degree. The data analytics degree has 2 discreet math courses in it. The IT management does look like it would be easiest but the degree I really wanted to get was the IT general and my goal was to be a contract worker like you are because it seems like it’s more money and time freedom and that’s what I want in a career. As far as courses, any hard math would be my biggest setback because I wouldn’t know what I’m doing or learning. I tried a web development course at my community college and it was very hard for me overall. My classmates did way better than me in the assignments and final project. The fact I struggled with that web development course makes me fear I wouldn’t do well with coding in general (front, back or full stack). Out of the general IT, Data Analytics, and IT Management degree, which one would you recommend I pursue if I’m not very good at math or coding, but I want the most possible job options?

[@trawsoza2926]

Probably IT management for and just add skills as you go. Degrees are really just stuff to check mark off a resume. You could learn coding or math if you stick with it, I know because I was absolutely terrible at them and I'm much better now.

[@kgraysea5288]

I need this updated plz with the new Software engineering degree!

[@Travis7060312]

Would you recommend I go for my associates at a community College (I have to do part time so could take a long time) or skipping right to my bachelor's

[@user-wy4om4lj3u]

Hi Josh, your videos are great! Thanks for creating this. I wanted to confirm something before applying, for step 1, I do apply so I can transfer whatever CU's I have done (previous classes). 2. Then whatever they say I have left to take, take it at study/sophia. Submit for transferring updated completed courses I had just taken. 3. After, pre-study for the classes I need to take at WGU. 4. Finally, register and finish up the final courses left. Let me know what you think, I appreciate you help. Kind regards

[@nogoogle6349]

Who else loves this guy? #Me This is the information we all been looking for. Thank you.

[@JoshMadakor]

Lmfao thank you so much, glad it's been helpful!

[@ardean111]

About to start WGU for Net Ops Security, (Already have A+ and Security +) was curious how you get your CCNA and other certs through the school. Does WGU pay for you to take the actual CCNA test after you finish the class? Do they have an equivalent test and a deal with Cisco for it to count towards CCNA? Thanks again for your helpful videos Josh.

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Ardean! I'll answer in-line below: _>Does WGU pay for you to take the actual CCNA test after you finish the class?_ Yep, you'll study up with some material they provide, then WGU will provide you with a voucher for "free" (cost is included with your tuition). _>Do they have an equivalent test and a deal with Cisco for it to count towards CCNA?_ They don't do this for any classes that I'm aware of, but sometimes you'll have to pass a WGU test, then you have the option to get a voucher for free to take the industry cert. Actually, the only one that I'm aware of is the CHFI in the MSCSIA program. Kinda rare to happen. No problem, and thanks for watching!

[@AshleighAnderson062107131228]

I think I’m going to apply for WGU. I’m trying to switch career paths. I work in operations. I’m just nervous about the difficulty with IT. I only know basics. Your videos are so helpful! How do you feel about Google certificates? I’m so curious your take on them.

[@dfaro8453]

A degree is not required for IT. I was a front desk technician, and I was earning 20 plus when I was only 19. I had the Comptia certificates, and that helped me more then my degree.

[@427skies]

This made me feel a tiny bit better with my choice but nervous for my boyfriend. I am enrolling om Cloud Computing but he is doing Network Operations and Security. 😬😬 But he has some sort of Network cert (not through COMPTIA).

[@JoshMadakor]

Glad to hear it made you feel better, haha. If he already has some exposure and knows what he's getting into, i wouldn't worry TOO much haha. It is tough, but not impossible! Best of luck to you both :)

[@ronnie_o]

Hey Josh! I appreciate how you broke down the BS programs at WGU, but I'd like your feedback on my scenario. So I'm really interested in Auditing and PCI DSS. Which degree program would be a good fit? At the same time, (LOL) I'm interested in finishing fast as I already have my Associates degree in Cyber, so many of courses where transferrable to WGU. Thank you for your hard work into putting these vidz together, and thanks in advance sir.

[@itmall8325]

The IA degree would may fit the best.

[@hamzahassan9458]

What's the salary for a BSITM degree holder? I tried finding it online, but salaries revolving around BSIT were the only things I saw

[@Fit_Luke]

Great video

[@Geomaverick124]

I would think that network ops and cyber security would be harder than software dev but I haven't taken the degree yet and algos can be frustrating. I read that you can also take the Software Dev degree classes in C#...though I don't think it will lower the difficulty.

[@JoshMadakor]

Yeah, honestly that crossed my mind too. I think I said something about it in the video. Like if you're SUPER against coding or it's massively hard for you, NetOps definitely going to be easier. I know some people like this in IRL and had a bit of a hard time ordering those degrees lol.

[@Geomaverick124]

@@JoshMadakor same here I mean I love coding and math in general so I dont think the SD degree would be very hard but my buddy is does Networking and Security and is dreading having to pick up python for automation and networking.

[@JeonGregory]

Thank you so much my friend

[@JoshMadakor]

Thank YOU for watching! 👏😌

[@777sweet]

Wow, grateful I just applied for Cloud Computing. 2 nd degree

[@JoshMadakor]

It is a dope one to be honest. Cool stuff in there. ty for watching!

[@777sweet]

@@JoshMadakor Thank you. I wanted another degree with valuable skills. I appreciate your page. It came up on my feed. New subscriber.

[@jrccandleco7939]

Love this!!! Very informative! But I realize fast degrees are usually tech or business, etc. A degree that has all bells and whistles, but not always required to have to attain a job. Or maybe I’m wrong? I’m looking to attain masters in counseling. Any ideas where I can look?

[@yasservillalobos8476]

Hey Josh what was the program that you used to study for your certs? Do you mind sharing the questions you loaded on it too?

[@JoshMadakor]

I used Anki, but I only have the OLD deck for CISSP. It's like 7 years old at this point lol. I don't really recommend using it, but you can look at it here: drive.google.com/file/d/0B_FkihCKT7uzVEhRdGVwSDNSQTQ/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-XAHWZKVs-e66bE4gNB4vxw

[@Larnsdoon]

curious about how the certifications are tied to the WGU coursework. a the certifications considered a part of the WGU degree, and if you dont pass them = no graduate?

[@dominickcharbonneau9250]

Idk, I think the security degree would be harder than software development. I just think security has a lot of labs and outside programs you have to memorize to ultimately do your job. Whereas, coding just seems more intuitive and fun.

[@JoshMadakor]

I can see that being true for me or someone who is adept at coding, haha. TYSM for watching!

[@9n1j2]

Hey Josh. I recently enrolled in WGU's csia bs program and will be starting shortly. I have no IT background, but I'd like to start working in the field as soon as possible while I'm student. Is it possible to structure WGU's classes to take a few certification classes in the beginning? I figure the certs might help me get my foot in the door.

[@JoshMadakor]

Yep! Usually what happens is, your mentor will assign you 3 classes to start with, then once you complete those, you can pretty much choose whatever classes you want to do next :). That's always been the case for me and I've gone through the process 3x!

[@amberpf3657]

Hi I have been watching your videos trying to see what degree would work best for me. If I have no IT experience what degree would you say I should be able to go into and get an understanding of IT and also be able to complete the degree in 1 to 2 terms? Thank you so much in advance!!

[@brianmaragos]

No IT experience at all? Complete novice? You won't complete any in 1-2 terms. There are singular certs in these programs that you likely won't learn in 1 term. Networking and programming is pretty deep and can't just be studied and memorized for tests.

[@Supahkaze]

Can you redo this video it seems a lot of these degrees has changed at point? And kinda curious too to see your answers will stay the same

[@sophiasocal68]

Did not know I’m named after IT industry related subjects. That’s pretty cool.

[@JoshMadakor]

Haha, it's a great name :)

[@WhosKoozko]

I am honestly more interested in the computer science program, but the cybersecurity program is looking too easy to pass up. I already have associates in cybersecurity and certifications. I might be able to grind this degree out in 1-2 terms.

[@JoshMadakor]

I don't doubt you'd smash it a year if you already have experience and an associates in it. That's literally why I got the Cyber masters cuz i knew it'd be easy lol. I eventually went back and got the CS degree too, so there's that haha. Either way, pretty cheap way to get a couple degrees no matter what you do :p

[@blakefarmer1757]

Thank you for all you do! I got my bachelors in Public Health. Ultimately changed career field to IT and I am absolutely loving it! I am finishing my MBA IT Management degree. (I love the business/operations) Do you think it is worth it to backtrack and pick up a Cybersecurity degree from WGU? I plan to transition into Cyber security field. or skip a second bachelors and pick up certs Thank you!!

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Blake, congrats on the successful career change, super cool and glad you're loving it. I would probably skip getting a second bachelors un less you really want to for some reason (this is what I did, actually lol..). You can definitely get into cyber with the degrees you have now. It might be more time/cost effective to just get a few Cyber certs and then focus on some cybersecurity-related projects. If you get time, check this video out if you haven't already! How to get into cyber from zero (checklist): kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2mWcoZ9o8SJldU

[@DANT-E]

I'm interested in the accelerated BS to MS in IT. I have no experience in IT or any computer related field, but I consider myself very computer literate and a quick learner. What are your thoughts on someone like me pursuing this route. I'm 45 and can retire in 8 years. I'm considering the IT program which apparently takes up to 5 years. My last 3 years, transfer into a computer related position before I retire.

[@kvshy]

Did you ever do the IT program?

[@Dominique.Danielle]

Hello, if you could give me your opinion on want to eventually work as a project manager... Is IT general BA/ MS accelerated program the way to go?

[@JoshMadakor]

I’d say it’s one of the best, since you’ll get a BS, MS, and CAPM certification out of it. Alternatively, you could go with the BSITM and MSITM separately and MAYBE finish faster since BSITM is easier than BSIT general :)

[@nachonacho9785]

If you already have for instance say the Comp Tia Certs , do you automatically pass that class .? Allowing you to get the degree faster ?

[@chrisderda]

I assume all degrees at WGU are easy. Can you even fail the classes? Seems you can just use Chegg and do workbooks from an adjunct professor.

[@adamgardner7522]

Great video! I just want to get into IT and have a marketable degree. My target job market is DOD, or other entry level IT Careers. I have no prior experience, so I am torn if I should go IT General, or IT Management?

[@smdjuhurr9474]

If you have no general idea about IT concepts or its applications then probably IT management is the route to go. I’m planning on doing IT Management as well even though I have an associates in IT. I’ve transferred in my credits and i’m waiting on the results so I can take the rest on study and sophia

[@ucyberwolf]

I’m in the MSCSIA program. Started on Nov 1. I can see how you finished in two weeks.

[@JoshMadakor]

Hahaha, somehow I laughed at this. It's not a bad program imo, just easy to crush 😂

[@ucyberwolf]

@@JoshMadakor Agreed. I transferred in two classes due to cissp and passed secure software design and CEH a few days ago. I can only grind on the weekends though so I'm thinking I'll be done by Jan.

[@JoshMadakor]

Good luck! Jan is still fast af :>

[@ucyberwolf]

@@JoshMadakor thanks. I was trying not to go too fast so I can get the GI Bill checks but 3 classes left already.

[@LuisCLopez3354]

Hi Josh nice work. I went for my MBA in IT business management from WGU, was this a bad choice compared to MS Cybersecurity? I have a BA in Cybersecurity.

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Luis! I wouldn't say it's a bad decision. Anything graduate level doesn't _really_ matter that much from what I've gathered. For security, if you want to get into upper management and possible CISO roles, a lot of people recommend MBA and more business-centric degrees. Not that an MBA will automatically make you a CISO, but it tends to provide more value toward those roles since they are more aligned with business and strategy vs tech/tactics. The last CISO I worked under had BA of Business Admin! Hope this makes sense!

[@Geomaverick124]

I just looked up the Data Management and they added Data Structures and Agos to it...Seems like they are adding it to every programming IT Degree

[@JoshMadakor]

Damn, I hope it's DS/Algos 1. If 2, that's going to be a massive RIP lmao to everyone.

[@MegaShredder101]

I am going for the IT Management degree

[@JHynz]

Great videos

[@JoshMadakor]

Thanks so much!!

[@Jeff-cd2lz]

Josh! Just discovered your KZbin page, you should do motivational speaking, because you motivated me. I hate school, but want something new for my professional life. I literally have ZERO experience with any of this IT, CYBER, ETC...but it all appears to be interesting. Ultimately, I am looking for a quick path to get Bachelor Degree or more, in an industry that will offer plenty of remote work opportunities. What are your recommendations?

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Jeff! Thanks for the kind words! Per this video, the easiest degrees that will leave you with some technical skill are probably the Data Management and IT General degrees. Accompanied with a nice portfolio (see the vide that released May 2, 9am) and some basic programming skills, you should be able to get yourself *A* remote job. Then after you get some experience, you can command a *better*, higher paying remote job :p. These videos may help too: What I'd do as a new person: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5Ckqnt4qbZgi5o Finding Remote jobs #1: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnOcoYN3Z9qlorM Finding Remote jobs #2: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZywhZ2kjdt6isk

[@Jeff-cd2lz]

@@JoshMadakor Thanks for the advise Josh. I have an appointment today with WGU. Respectfully, Jeff

[@brandonbowman6043]

How dare you say that my BSCC from WGU is easier than BSCSIA!?!?! Kidding. I started off with getting my BSIT from WGU in 2019, just to have a Bachelor's degree. Then ended up getting my MSCSIA in 2020 (in 4 months) during the middle of the pandemic, but still played golf every other weekend. I felt that my BSIT was lacking so I went and got my BS in Cloud Computing this year (2021), and only had to do about 10 more courses. Overall, I agree with your rankings. I think that if you're new to IT and want to get the most value for your dollar, go for the BSNOS (Network Operations and Security). You'll end up with an accredited bachelor's degree with quality certs to back it up. Networking jobs are always in demand.

[@JoshMadakor]

Hahaha sorry. Thanks for sharing your story, SUPER similar to mine. BSIT, MSCSIA, BSCS,. And yeah, BSNOS is absolutely legit, it's just "hard", haha.

[@brandonbowman6043]

@@JoshMadakor Hard... But not impossible!

[@danfelix8]

I'm in the Software Development program you missed that we also have to get the ITIL certification for graduation.

[@JoshMadakor]

Oh my bad! That degree looks cool though honestly. Very practical without all that pesky theory getting in the way lol

[@lukus-alexeileonard2678]

So I’m studying A+ and lightly on the Network+ from compTIA, will be working full time. I really just want a degree quickly as possible. Single and no kids so I’ll have time. Business IT Management because IT pays ? Or the generic BA Business cuz it would open more doors in general management?

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Lukus, I think both of those would t open up doors for management, and even if you got the genera BA, it will still help you in an IT job hunt, even more so since it looks like you’ll have some certs as well. There aren’t really any degree reqs for IT, but if you have *A* degree, it helps. Of course a degree in IT will “help” more, but it’s not necessary. It’s possible your certs will knock if classes from the BSITM track and maybe even the general BA. Either way, both of those degrees are relatively quick to complete vs most of the others in the IT track! Sorry I said a whole bunch of nothing haha. :(

[@jonguyful]

Thanks a lot for your rich contents. I am from Central Africa and would really love to register with WGU but it looks like it ia only US based and some fewer countries but not Africa. Can you confirm this ?

[@Shockz161]

I already have most of IT general Certs would it be wiser for me to just go with that and bang out that cert quickly or is IT management really that much easier, I want my BS in a timely manner and not waste so much time so if my certs give me an edge and helps me accomplish BS faster I would like to know.

[@JoshMadakor]

It might be faster to do the general since you have most of the certs, BUT, those certs might actually knock out classes on the BSITM degree as well. I would personally ask the enrollment counselor to do an evaluation for you for both tracks and see which one looks easier. Even if they do only one, you might be able to figure out the other one based on their findings

[@artsoto5459]

Hey Josh, do you one on one consultations? I am trying to develop a plan to finish my degree, since I will be taking 6 months to a year off. Thanks

[@jeanwilguensgedeon3236]

Do they send mails or anything to you? I'm tryna beat the system cause it's not available for my country.....so if I have a close friend in the state I could just use his mail address. how often did you received mails or calls?

[@User_2051]

if I already have a degree in Accounting BS, should i go for a BS in IT, or just certs? im asking cuz im almost a+ certifdied and really dont wanna go into more debbt for another degree when certs are only

[@TMartins379]

Hey Josh, I’m trying to decide between the Masters in cyber security and IA or Masters in IT Management. My main focus is to complete my degree as soon as possible. I work in security at a major consulting firm and my masters will help me stand out for promotion during this fiscal year which ends in July 2022. Keep in mind that I already have my CISSP, CISA and CISM. I’m also hoping WGU gives credit for certifications like the ones I hold. Prompt response will be greatly appreciated. Thank you 🙏.

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Tony! _>I already have my CISSP, CISA and CISM_ 😹😹👌 The MSCSIA is going to be _WAY_ faster if you already have these. WGU used to not give credit for the CISSP, but now they do. I forget if it cancels one or two classes, but it definitely goes toward something. I'm sure the program is going to be no problem for you. CEH and Forensics are a bit annoying, but not too bad! You probably won't need it, but good luck with the program and your promotion!

[@bulba888]

What BS do you think would be easier to get if I already have Sec+ and know some CySA+ material ? Really choosing between General IT or IT Management, originally wanted Cybersec, but it looks much harder

[@troyelam8978]

Can someone please recommend a computer to purchase when trying to learn cyber security? I would be starting as someone with zero IT experience. I don’t want a super computer, just the bare minimum to actually do the assignments and not have to worry about not having enough ram, etc..

[@bangurowned]

Will CCNA knock out my network + requirement for WGU? Thanks!

[@uchemadu6385]

Thank you for this. Can you do one for a masters program.

[@JoshMadakor]

Yeah, it's definitely on the list of things to do :). Ty for watching!

[@jroyst96]

What careers would say the IT management degree is good for? Also do you think it’s doable in 1 term with little experience if you work hard enough?

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey, these are great questions, I'll answer in-line below! _> What careers would say the IT management degree is good for? _ Pretty much ANY career in tech, but this degree needs to be supplemented with certs and a portfolio of projects, since it is relatively bare bones. It does check the "I have a degree" checkbox, but not much more than that IMO. _> Also do you think it’s doable in 1 term with little experience if you work hard enough?_ I do think it is doable within 1 term! However, I would recommend transferring in as many courses as you can from Study.com. Here are the Study.com Equivalents for that Degree: partners.wgu.edu/Pages/Single.aspx?aid=19144&pid=135 Here is the discount code and stuff: partners.wgu.edu/Pages/Single.aspx?aid=19144&pid=135 Thanks for watching and thanks for the question!

[@jroyst96]

@@JoshMadakor thanks for the response & the info! I’m disappointed because I just started on 11/1 and I asked my enrollment counselor about Sophia before I started and he said they didn’t take their credits smh.

[@JoshMadakor]

Enrollment counselors are seriously cringe sometimes from what I've heard. I was lucky and had a nice one. I'm sorry to hear about that, but you can make a lot of headway if you get get methodical and buckle down! Good luck!

[@ashesmith6124]

Hi would you recommend the it mgmt degree for someone with no it background. I'm wanting to graduate quickly, but definitely want a job after graduating. What do you recommend? Also interested in Cybersecurity. Any insight?

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Ashe! I would check out this video and make your plan around what I talk about here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2mWcoZ9o8SJldU If you just want to get a degree FAST, I would recommend getting the BS ITM degree, then supplement that with a couple certs. Perhaps Security+ and eJPT with a few security projects. Check out the video, you'll have a good sense of what I mean :) I also have a video and playlist of security project ideas as well! best of luck! If you want to reply, just make a new comment (instead of replying to this one), so I can see it easily!

[@kvshy]

How is it going?

[@mr.incredible8080]

Hi Josh, What are your thoughts on the Data Analytics program? How useful is it for someone who would like to move into a Data Analyst or Data Engineer role? I have experience as a Software Dev, but if Data Analytics would be faster to complete, it may be worth considering since I already have programming experience. Thanks, Mr. Incredible

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Mr. Incredible, just from looking at it, it looks like a solid program, however I have never worked in data anything and I seriously consider it my weak point, so I'm probably not the best person to ask. I would honestly probably look on reddit for people who have gotten that degree or worked in those roles. I did find this tread though, where someone seems to have given a thoughtful answer: www.reddit.com/r/WGU/comments/d15875/bs_data_analyst_anyone_taking_it/ I will say, if you have dev experience, it will probably be quite easy to make the transition both in terms of learning curve and job hunting. Best of luck:)

[@3800slomaro]

If the general IT is so much easier than the computer science degree, why do the estimates on their website say that most student finished the comp sci in 27 months and the IT in 48 months? Is it because most comp sci people go in with credits already or already have experience, and the IT people generally are more new to this stuff? Thats a huge difference in completion time. I get that the IT degree has more certs but most people say that the IT certs are not terribly hard, where the comp sci stuff took them months to finish some of the classes

[@seanconor3372]

I just did a python boot camp 2 weeks ago. I also have a IT certification through the MD/Dc. I also have a python cert, sql, DevOps/Aws cert. I just want the Bachelors. Big O notation and data algorithms I am very familiar with as well. What's the best and fastest move sir?

[@JoshMadakor]

Depends on what degree you want. Pretty much pick any degree from that list, based on difficulty or whatever other criteria, then use this master spreadsheet to complete all the classes you can at study.com, then transfer them into your program of choice and complete your degree. I would have your transcript evaluated first to see what classes you have left, then do classes at study.com accordingly (use discount code if you wanna save $60/mo) Study.com master spreadsheet with ALL degrees: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1SHtCCKJafxrTJiB-59s8GOAn2J4b1dqCDjm-iurA9oU/edit#gid=423363706 How to complete courses outside of WGU and transfer them in (Study.com): kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmi5mnSdmbubfLM good luck!

[@jessiecarrillo7839]

Will you be doing a WGU IT Master Degree list? (its only a couple i believe.)

[@JoshMadakor]

Probably in the future haha. I'll record this for my "todo's"

[@pvs108]

Do you have video on WGU mba program . Thank you

[@skorpers]

Do you recommend taking the general IT degree for someone whose end goal is to be competent in every tech field and lead a creativity centric career? I originally wanted to get into computer science, got stuck with analysis paralysis on the value of the cybersecurity certs, and didn't finish math requirements for computer science. I completed the google professional IT certificate in a few days and became eligible for everything but Computer Science!

[@orangemoonglows2692]

software development is more creative, imo. but i guess it depends on the type of creativity you're going for.

[@skorpers]

@@orangemoonglows2692 I was going for being an all rounder application developer with a focus on game development. I have since started and have more or less come to a conclusion that a degree is just a ride and you learn what isn't included in the program through practical experience

[@iqbalkhalsa2060]

Can you please rank them from high to low demand or high to low salary (with no previous experience in that area)? Thank you!

[@JoshMadakor]

I kinda of did that here, check it out! (this is based on "best" certs per degree) kzbin.info/www/bejne/eX7Hhphro5uLb68

[@iqbalkhalsa2060]

@@JoshMadakor Thank you so much for replying and further sharing the video link. It is much more than what I have asked. God bless you!

[@bulba888]

wanted to do BS in Cybersec, but IT Management/General look easier , already have Sec+, familiar with some CySA+ material, any advice ?

[@JacksonLloyd952]

Good Stuff

[@labrajthakurathi5754]

There website doesn’t include anything about CompTIA A+. Is it even required?

[@wholesalingtony1588]

Just what I was looking for, computer science degree the easier way. I currently have a bachelors in bus. mgt. and have been searching for a CS program without the numerous math classes. Thx

[@JoshMadakor]

This one just has some math classes, but it's a bit more manageable. Check out this video if you haven't seen it already! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmTMfICleK6WoqM

[@offtothenextadventure]

Josh, are you still going to do a video about Sophia? Itching to get this started.

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey!! I really want to use it before I make a video on it, but i'm super busy RN so I probably won't have time until much later :( :( I'm trying to do a 60-day streak upload challenge and my brain is already dead lol.. :( Thanks for watching though :)

[@offtothenextadventure]

@@JoshMadakor I understand. When you do make the Sophia video, a good follow up to that would be which one is better course-wise.

[@user-il2ft8fb8v]

Need Advice! I`m 44 years old. I graduated with a Business Degree and have a Masters in Education. I`m teaching for the last 17 yrs, but wanted a career switch into Business/IT Management/Healthcare/Supply Chain career. Should I go straight Competency Based to MBA in IT in WGU or take Competency Fast Track Bachelor`s in Project Management in UMPI or UMASSGlobal? Any suggestion is welcome! Thanks!

[@SolidGeddoe]

What did you decide to do ? I am 32 recently got a business and marketing certificate from a community college,I am interested in getting into IT cybersecurity,network or coding and programming at WGU

[@AlenKreho]

Where would you put data analytics degree on that list?

[@bobbyjoefit]

Does it matter if WGU is not Abet accredited in terms of getting a good job?

[@jimc1499]

Enrolling in WGU full time and complete focus on Wgu, how long do you think to complete BSITM? (w/ experience @help desk w/ college and ccna) Thanks in advance!

[@JoshMadakor]

Hey Jim. With full focus and a strong tech background (which you have), you can probably do it less than 6 months if you utilize reddit and strategize your approach. (by strategize, I mean avoid over-studying and being aggressive with the pre-assessments, objective-assessments, and performance-assessments).

[@jimc1499]

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