Hey everyone - I was recently admitted into the MCIT/MAS-CS Online program and am excited to get started! My background is in biotech (bench science and an MBA), and my goal is to pivot into Venture Capital in the SF Bay Area, specifically evaluating early-stage tech and biotech startups.
I chose this program because I want to build a stronger technical foundation in computer science to complement my business and life sciences experience. Being able to credibly assess a startup's technology stack, AI/ML capabilities, or computational biology pipeline feels increasingly essential for VC, and I see the Penn CS credential as a way to close that gap.
Has anyone here successfully leveraged the MCIT or MAS-CS degree to break into VC, join an early-stage startup, or move into a more technical investing role?
I would love to hear how the program helped (or did not help) with that transition, and whether the online format was a limiting factor at all in recruiting.
Appreciate any insights. Thanks in advance!