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Major Exploration

 

 

Many students lack information about what classes they might take as a certain major, as well as, information about many different kinds of occupations that they can pursue with various majors. Some majors directly relate to future occupations, such as nursing   =   nurse, education   =   teacher, and accounting   =   accountant. Other majors may leave you wondering, “What can I do with this major?” 

 

It helps to do some research to discover the options. This research can be done by using websites, books, and real people, too!

 

  • Talk with advisors, faculty, or a career counselor.  
  • Join a club that supports a certain major or career direction. 
  • Conduct an informational interview by talking with people in various career fields about their majors.

 

A Note about Transferable Skills

Some people think that they must choose a major that is directly related to a career field, such as Social Science    =  Social Worker to find a job.   Not True.

According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), employers are looking for job seekers who possess these skills which can be developed from a variety of majors and experiences, and then transferred to a variety of workplaces.

 

Communication Skills                                                     Teamwork Skills
Honesty/Integrity                                                          Computer Skills
Interpersonal Skills                                                        Analytical Skills
Motivation/Initiative                                                       Flexibility/Adaptability
Strong Work Ethics                                                        Detail-Oriented

 

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