Careers that effectively combine marketing and engineering/computer science include roles such as Sales Representatives, Field Application Engineers, and Product Marketing Managers. Specific positions like Product Manager and Director of Product Management require extensive experience in business implementation and market studies, with salaries starting at $95,000 and $130,000 respectively. Additionally, web programming and data mining are critical areas where these disciplines intersect, particularly in companies like Microsoft and Google that focus on tailoring search engines to client needs.
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Switters12 said:I'm interested in both marketing (creativity, communication, persuasion) and engineering/computer science (theory and its application to develop new technologies).
What are some careers that combine the two?
• Product Manager * new position, experience in distribution, OEM’s, working with Sales, inventory management, industrial, suppliers, sourcing. Must have business plan (implementation) and market study exposure. Abrasives, tooling or machining background a plus. BS and/or MBA also a plus. ; 10+ years experience. Salary - $95+ ; 35% travel
• Director of Product Management: all of the above plus experience in a $50 million/year business environment along with managing others. 15 years+ experience is necessary. Salary $130+
Web programming, data mining (Microsoft and Google have departments devoted to tailoring search engines to clients needs), a good number of management positions.Switters12 said:What are some careers that combine the two?