Question for people working in Industry

[DrummingAtom]

Obviously there's a lot of questions about what degree to get for specific goals. I know that question has been beaten to death, I'm guility of it too. So, I want to know if you are working in the Industry... What field do you work in? What degree(s) do you have? What degree(s) do most of your co-workers have?

For the last question, a % would be nice. All in all, I'm beginning to understand that many different degrees can get you into many different fields. Thanks all.

 

[berkeman]

MSEE, working in an electronics company R&D Lab in Silicon Valley, California, USA.

My co-workers are probably about a 50-50 mix of BS and MS degrees, and about 50-50 again in hardware (EE) or software (CS or other backgrounds).

 

[Mene]

I can understand the confusion and uncertainty surrounding the choice of degree in order to achieve specific goals in industry. I have personally witnessed the plethora of options and paths available in the industry, and it can be overwhelming to decide which degree would be the most beneficial.

To answer your questions, I work in the field of biotechnology, specifically in drug development and research. I have a PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, which has been instrumental in my career progression. However, I have colleagues who have degrees in various fields such as pharmacology, chemistry, and even engineering. This diversity of degrees in my workplace reflects the fact that the industry values a combination of knowledge and skills rather than a specific degree.

In terms of the degrees held by my co-workers, I would say that a majority have a PhD or Master's degree in a scientific or technical field. However, there are also a significant number of individuals with Bachelor's degrees who have gained relevant experience and skills through internships or on-the-job training.

Overall, I agree with your conclusion that there are many different degrees that can lead to a successful career in the industry. However, what is most important is to have a strong foundation in your chosen field of interest, as well as a willingness to continuously learn and adapt to the ever-evolving landscape of the industry.