terenceong

I'm a business school graduate who is contemplating returning to school for a second BSc in computer science, for several reasons. I consider myself a tech entrepreneur, and amongst my reasons for going back to school is to gain technical knowledge in my field to be able to develop better products. However, part of my motivation is also that in the event that my startup fails, a computer science degree would enable me to continue pursuing a career in tech. My question I guess is does having both degrees help me? Or should I not waste my time with the second degree? I've heard opposing views regarding my situation: some people think it's obviously valuable but i've also heard the view that it makes me overqualified and difficult to hire. I'd like to hear the views from people who actually hire within the tech industry.

i'm considering pursuing an undergraduate degree in computer science, but i'm also thinking perhaps software engineering could be more appropriate for me. can someone explain the real difference?

for some background: i'm a b-sch graduate who considers myself a tech entrepreneur as well. i'm fascinated by the idea of "software eating the world" and i believe i have very good ideas that if executed well, can become viable businesses and even disrupt industries. i don't see myself being a software engineer or a computer scientist, but the purpose of my pursuing a second undergrad degree in this field is because i want to have a technical understanding of my business, i.e i want to be a technical founder. i am particularly interested in developing web-based products, or consumer-facing products delivered through the internet.

which is the route i should choose?