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I just stumbled upon this.
For all Math majors, it's a great degree. I majored in Applied Mathematics, concentrated in Electrical Engineering, and minored in Computer Science. I didn't go to a top-tier school. I went to a public university. Personally, I'm confident that HR decisions aren't always dependent on the school you've attended (although it does help). It's also about what you've done: Projects, internships, degrees, credentials, skills, leadership etc...
Just make sure that you have become highly experienced in a specific skill for the job you want. Majority of employers, or hiring managers, look for a candidates' potential to learn quickly, think analytically, be organized (i.e. time management), and have satisfactory verbal and written skills.
Now, I will admit, it's a little difficult to get past HR. You have to be very convincing on your resume. Some Recruiters will give you a shot.
I got an opportunity at Google, BCC, Microsoft, GE, Siemens...It's really just how you present your skills. That math degree is golden.
Now, depending on your goals, if you go ahead and grab an MS in Computer Science or Finance, or another field, learn a little CAD (design) and some Excel programming (finance), or obtain Android programming experience (since app development is still lucrative and new)...You'll be highly wanted and employers would pay you top dollar.
Overall, don't stress. Just understand that you have to learn a skill sometimes. You've trained your mind how to "think mathematically." That's beneficial for work and life.
For all Math majors, it's a great degree. I majored in Applied Mathematics, concentrated in Electrical Engineering, and minored in Computer Science. I didn't go to a top-tier school. I went to a public university. Personally, I'm confident that HR decisions aren't always dependent on the school you've attended (although it does help). It's also about what you've done: Projects, internships, degrees, credentials, skills, leadership etc...
Just make sure that you have become highly experienced in a specific skill for the job you want. Majority of employers, or hiring managers, look for a candidates' potential to learn quickly, think analytically, be organized (i.e. time management), and have satisfactory verbal and written skills.
Now, I will admit, it's a little difficult to get past HR. You have to be very convincing on your resume. Some Recruiters will give you a shot.
I got an opportunity at Google, BCC, Microsoft, GE, Siemens...It's really just how you present your skills. That math degree is golden.
Now, depending on your goals, if you go ahead and grab an MS in Computer Science or Finance, or another field, learn a little CAD (design) and some Excel programming (finance), or obtain Android programming experience (since app development is still lucrative and new)...You'll be highly wanted and employers would pay you top dollar.
Overall, don't stress. Just understand that you have to learn a skill sometimes. You've trained your mind how to "think mathematically." That's beneficial for work and life.