Is there a advanced degree req to transition to managment?

Question

I noticed that many people who transitioned from a regular dev role to a management position normally have some sort of advanced degree, even if its just a masters in CS. Is this something that they look for/ is a requirement in your experience? thanks

offtop5 · Accepted Answer

I've seen managers without even college degrees. It depends on so many factors, but I wouldn't get a masters for CS career growth.The opportunity costs + stress isn't worth it.

yuppie_scum · Answer

In a word, no. It seems like it&rsquo;s more important to be in the right place at the right time (EG, your manager quits and you know enough about the project to take over)

Is there a advanced degree req to transition to managment?

I noticed that many people who transitioned from a regular dev role to a management position normally have some sort of advanced degree, even if its just a masters in CS. Is this something that they look for/ is a requirement in your experience? thanks

I've seen managers without even college degrees. It depends on so many factors, but I wouldn't get a masters for CS career growth.
The opportunity costs + stress isn't worth it.

In a word, no. It seems like it’s more important to be in the right place at the right time (EG, your manager quits and you know enough about the project to take over)