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I did a double degree in economics and finance. After a few years in banking I am going back to take the computer science core sequence as a non-degree student. If you want to work in the software/tech world, I would suggest taking these courses now while you're able. What's your end goal? Perhaps a minor would get you there a little faster?

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I'd like to work in software. I went to college with the idea that I was going to go into banking or consulting, but then found that I didn't like the type of lifestyle these jobs involved. I did a lot of programming in high school, so I want to go back into the tech world. I'm just worried that now I'm incredibly behind and employers will balk at a BA in CS from a school that offers most of its CS degrees as a BS.

But I'd also like to add that "tech world" doesn't necessarily mean actually being the programmer. I could also be on the business or law side.

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