Wednesday, May 11, 2011

IT recruiters interviewing students on MUM campus next week

The IT industry is hiring in the US...

Technical recruiters from several offices of MICROS Systems, Inc. and Vitech Systems Group, Inc. plan to visit the campus of Maharishi University of Management (M.U.M.) next week for interviewing/testing MSCS students for about 25 software developer positions.

The headquarters of MICROS Systems are in Columbia, Maryland. [Stock symbol MCRS: market value $4.01 billion; 4,625 employees; primary business is customized software for point-of-sale transactions systems that include company-wide systems and database management; 28,000+ systems installed worldwide-has equal share of this market along with Oracle and SAP; a small sample of well-known clients include: Hyatt, Hilton, Four Seasons, Marriott, Starbucks, ESPN Zone, Reebok, Wendy's, Hard Rock Café, Burger King, Subway, Denny's, 7-11, Whirlpool, Barney's New York, Polo Ralph Lauren, Ann Taylor, Hannaford Brothers.] MICROS first hired an M.U.M. graduate student in May, 2008. Since then, their various development offices have hired more than 30 of our students. Their managers give high marks to the software skills and professional performance of employees with an M.U.M. pedigree.

Vitech Systems Group, Inc. (New York, NY) is a leading provider of administration software to benefit and investment organizations. They are privately held and have 500 employees. Vitech hired an M.U.M. student in April, 2007, who is now a lead developer in New York. He was asked to hire more developers from our Computer Professionals Program for their Oklahoma City office. Several M.U.M. alumni and students are already working at that regional office. He will visit campus next week along with an associate.

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

New students complete first course

Last week new MSCS students completed their first course. See academic presentation and after party photos.

Friday, February 11, 2011

Job & Salary Outlook for Software Engineers in US

US Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition
Computer Software Engineers and Computer Programmers
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos303.htm

JOB OUTLOOK
...Overall, employment of computer software engineers and computer programmers is projected to increase by 21 percent from 2008 to 2018, much faster than the average for all occupations....

...Students seeking software engineering or programming jobs can enhance their employment opportunities by participating in internships....

JOB PROSPECTS
As a result of rapid employment growth over the 2008 to 2018 decade, job prospects for computer software engineers should be excellent. Those with practical experience and at least a bachelor's degree in a computer-related field should have the best opportunities.

Obtaining vendor-specific or language-specific certification also can provide a competitive edge.

EARNINGS
In May 2008, median annual wages of wage-and-salary COMPUTER APPLICATIONS SOFTWARE ENGINEERS were $85,430. The middle 50 percent earned between $67,790 and $104,870. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $53,720, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $128,870. Median annual wages in the industries employing the largest numbers of computer applications software engineers in May 2008 were as follows:
Professional and commercial equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers $93,740
Software publishers 87,710
Management of companies and enterprises 85,990
Computer systems design and related services 84,610
Insurance carriers 80,370

In May 2008, median annual wages of wage-and-salary COMPUTER SYSTEMS SOFTWARE ENGINEERS were $92,430. The middle 50 percent earned between $73,200 and $113,960. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $57,810, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $135,780. Median annual wages in the industries employing the largest numbers of computer systems software engineers in May 2008 were as follows:
Scientific research and development services $102,090
Computer and peripheral equipment manufacturing 101,270
Software publishers 93,590
Navigational measuring electromedical and control instruments manufacturing 91,720
Computer systems design and related services 91,610

Saturday, January 22, 2011

New: Combined B.S. and M.S. in Computer Science programs



Computer Science Students at MUM
It is possible to complete the on campus course requirements for a combined B.S. and M.S. in Computer Science in 4.5 years or even less

To complete the Master's degree in Computer Science, the following is possible:

US students: Must take all B.S and M.S. courses on campus, which should take about 4.5 years to complete.

International students: Have a choice of taking all  B.S. and M.S. courses on campus (and paying in full), or working up to two years in a US company as part of the Curricular Practical Training (CPT) requirement for the Masters degree. Students who choose the CPT requirement can complete their on-campus courses for the B.S. and M.S. in about 4 years, and then finish the Masters degree through Distance Education courses during CPT over the next 1-2 years. The Masters degree can be financed through the Computer Professionals Loan.

US students: ~4.5 years on campus = B.S. and M.S. in Computer Science

International Students: ~4 years on campus + up to 2 years of working for an IT company in the US + Distance Education = B.S. and M.S. in Computer Science

Contact MUM Computer Science Admissions to learn more.


Tuesday, December 7, 2010

New Video: The MUM M.S. in Computer Science: A Chinese Student Perspective


Newly edited video: Chinese software developer and Maharishi University of Management graduate student, Kai Fu, describes his experiences of fulfilling his childhood dream of coming to America and studying in the Master of Science in Computer Science for Computer Professionals program (MSCS) at MUM. Any IT professional who would like to enhance his/her career should consider the benefits of this accredited program combining on-campus study with up to 2 years fully paid authorized practical training internship in a U.S. IT company, and extensive financial aid. To view this video in China, click here.

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Video: The MUM M.S. in Computer Science: A Chinese Student Perspective

In a new video, Chinese software developer and Maharishi University of Management graduate student, Kai Fu (center of photo), describes his experiences of fulfilling his childhood dream of coming to America and studying in the MSCS program at MUM. Any IT professional who would like to enhance his/her career should consider the benefits of this accredited program combining on-campus study with up to 2 years fully paid practical training in a U.S. IT company and extensive financial aid.

New MS in Computer Science Students at Welcome Lunch


See more photos here.

Sunday, October 31, 2010

October 2010 Computer Science (MSCS) Students Welcomed

Last week, 57 new MSCS students from 21 countries enrolled in our MS in Computer Science program, and were welcomed at a luncheon in the MUM Festival Hall. Photos of the October 29 event may be seen here. Welcome to all our new computer professionals from the following countries:

Cambodia, China, Colombia, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Hungary, India, Iran, Kyrgyzstan, Mauritania, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Russia, Rwanda, Thailand, and Viet Nam.

We're happy to have them join our ComPro family!