M.Sc. Project Completed - Advice for Graduate Students

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The discussion centers around the completion of a Master's project and the subsequent decisions regarding further education and career paths. Participants share personal experiences and advice related to graduate studies, career choices, and the transition from academia to other fields.

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  • Meta-discussion, Personal experience sharing

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses relief and excitement about completing their M.Sc. project and shares their decision not to pursue a Ph.D. due to perceived limitations in learning within academia.
  • The same participant mentions plans to meet with a Computer Science student to explore collaborative research opportunities.
  • They indicate a shift in focus towards a career in Accounting, citing proximity to completion of relevant courses and interest in starting a small business.
  • Advice is given to current and future graduate students to maximize learning opportunities before entering graduate school, emphasizing the importance of self-directed study.
  • Several participants offer congratulations and well wishes to the original poster, indicating a supportive community atmosphere.

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Participants generally express agreement in congratulating the original poster and sharing supportive sentiments. However, there are no competing views or disagreements presented in this discussion.

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The discussion reflects personal choices and experiences without delving into specific academic or professional frameworks. There are no unresolved mathematical or theoretical issues mentioned.

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Graduate students, individuals considering a shift from academia to industry, and those interested in personal experiences related to completing advanced degrees may find this discussion relevant.

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I presented my M.Sc. project today. Finally!

I decided not to do a Ph.D. as I found Acadamia really interfered with my pursuit of learning anything. Anyways, I had ideas of other research I can do and I bumped into an M.Sc. student from Computer Science that is working on exactly that. Which is perfect! So I'm meeting with him later this week so I can see what he's got. Nice.

But I am going to continue school in Accounting unfortunately. Few courses away from being an Accountant so I'm going that route. And maybe start a small business next year. With the economy being down and the government putting out money everywhere to try and create jobs, I figured now is the best time. Being young and all.

Anyways, I'M DONE!

I hope you all the best as well. And for those planning to pursue graduate degrees, learn everything now! You won't have much time to learn in graduate school! So learn what you can now and it will greatly benefit you later. Do the chapter the prof. skips. Do what you can.

Good LUCK!
 
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Congrats :approve:!
 
lisab said:
Congrats :approve:!

Thank you!

Well, still editing the project paper but basically done. :P
 
Congratulations! I wish you the best in your pursuits and endeavors.
 
Mathnomalous said:
Congratulations! I wish you the best in your pursuits and endeavors.

Thank you!

My responses will be slow since I don't have internet! :wink:
 

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