Computer Software Engineering

CIP 14.0903 Certificate Associate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

7 total including inactive

States

Across 6 states

Graduates (2024)

109

Total completions

Computer Software Engineering is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 6 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Pennsylvania, Michigan and Illinois.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$167,740

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Job Growth

+3.8%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$7,170

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Architectural and Engineering Managers. In-state tuition ranges from $4,320 to $13,400, and the work is primarily indoor with heavy physical demands — suited for analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 87 (79.8%)

Female: 22 (20.2%)

Degree Level Distribution

Certificate: 10 (9.2%)

Associate: 99 (90.8%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

Conventional

Investigative

Enterprising

organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving; leading, influencing, and persuading others

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

Organization
Data management
Conducting research
Solving complex problems
Leadership roles
Sales

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Organized

✓ Detail-oriented

✓ Analytical

✓ Curious

✓ Confident

✓ Persuasive

💡 Interests

● Organization

● Data management

● Conducting research

● Solving complex problems

● Leadership roles

● Sales

⭐ Work Values

♦ Writing

♦ Speaking

♦ Active Listening

♦ Achievement

♦ Knowledge

♦ Accuracy

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

Do you enjoy organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving; leading, influencing, and persuading others?

Do you value writing?

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:

• Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
• Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
• Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

⚠ Consider These Challenges:

• Those who prefer routine tasks
• Those who avoid public speaking or sales
• Those who dislike repetitive tasks

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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.