What can I do with a major in philosophy, politics and economics?

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Philosophy

Companies:


  • New York State Assembly

  • Analytic Recruiting, Inc.

  • Liazon

Titles:


  • Entrepreneur

  • Creative Arts Director
  • 
Director of Government Affairs

Political Science

Companies:


  • National Government Services

  • NYS Assembly

  • Fund for the Public Interest

Titles:


  • Researcher

  • Scheduling Coordinator

  • Support Analyst

Economics

Companies:


  • Novelis

  • Pathfinder Bank

  • The Vanguard Group

Titles:


  • Investment Professional

  • Financial Analyst

  • Tax Specialist

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Philosophy

  • Employers in NY (Classical Studies): 2,474
  • Employers in US (Classical Studies): 29,933
  • Employers in NY (Public Policy): 5,075
  • Employers in US (Public Policy): 85,339
  • Employers in NY (Legal Services): 27,295
  • Employers in US (Legal Services): 351,933

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Economics

 

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Law
Areas
Employers
  • Law firms
  • Corporations
  • Federal, state, and local government
  • Private practice
  • Special interest groups
  • Universities
Sample occupations
  • Develop excellent research, writing, analysis, and communication skills.
  • Plan to attend law school and earn a law degree.
  • Obtain specialized certification for paralegal positions.
Education
Areas
  • Teaching
  • Research
Employers
  • Public schools
  • Private schools
  • Colleges and universities
Sample occupations
  • Obtain appropriate state teacher certification for public school opportunities.
  • Gain certification in more than one subject for greater marketability.
  • Earn a Ph.D. for college teaching or research positions.
  • Excellent preparation for law school, medical school, business school, and Masters and PhD programs in the disciplines of philosophy, politics, and economics, as well as all other social sciences that demand rigorous analytical skills.
  • Volunteer with community or church youth programs to gain experience working with children and adolescents.
  • Become involved in student organizations, debate, publications, government, and athletics.
Journalism
Areas
  • Editing
  • Reporting
  • Circulation
  • Sales
Employers
  • Newspapers (national, local, or trade)
  • Wire services
  • Magazines
  • Internet sites
  • Large corporations
  • Political parties
  • Political action committees
Sample occupations
  • Obtain summer or part-time work experience with a newspaper or magazine.
  • Complete an internship in journalism.
  • Choose writing intensive coursework.
  • Become proficient in desktop publishing and photography.
  • Develop excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Join the college newspaper, yearbook, or other publication staff.
  • Become a student member of professional associations.
  • Create a portfolio of published writing samples.
  • Obtain experience in and knowledge of a specialty area of interest.
Business
Areas
  • Management
  • Consulting
  • Sales
  • Human Resources
  • Market Research
  • Finance
  • Insurance
Employers
  • Business firms
  • Insurance companies
  • Banks
  • Retail stores
  • Marketing research departments or organizations
  • Real estate companies
Sample occupations
  • Minor in business.
  • Gain related experience through internships or part-time jobs.
  • Obtain leadership role(s) in campus organization(s).
  • Develop computer skills in word processing, database management, and spreadsheet programs.

Government
Areas
  • Healthcare
  • Public Policy
  • Research
  • Regional Planning
  • City Management
  • Intelligence
  • Foreign Service
  • Law Enforcement
  • Legislative, Executive, or Judicial Services
  • Program Administration
  • Elected or Appointed Leadership
  • Campaign Management
  • Staff Administration
  • Special Interest Advocacy
Employers
  • Federal, state, and local government
  • Commission on Civil Rights
  • Consumer Product Safety Commission
  • Department of Energy
  • Federal Communications Commission
  • Foreign Service
  • Federal Municipal Archives
  • National and State Endowments for the Humanities
  • Legislative, executive, or judicial officials
  • Political action committees
  • Special interest groups
  • Political parties
  • Campaigns (national, state, or local)
Sample occupations
  • Become familiar with federal, state, and local job application processes.
  • Supplement curriculum with courses in political science, public administration, or business.
  • Complete an internship in government or related area.
  • Serve in Model United Nations.
  • Become involved in student government.
  • Participate in cultural groups and organizations.
  • Write for campus publications focused on national and international affairs.
  • Develop skills in computers, statistics, and data analysis.
  • Acquire foreign language competency and travel experience for international positions.
  • Earn a graduate degree in political science or public administration for advancement.
  • Volunteer with the staff of a government official.
  • Participate in local or national campaigns.

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  • Excellent preparation for law school, medical school, business school, and Masters and PhD programs in the disciplines of philosophy, politics, and economics, as well as all other social sciences that demand rigorous analytical skills.
  • Gain certification in more than one subject for greater marketability.
  • Become involved in student organizations, debate, publications, government, and athletics.
  • Minor in business.
  • Gain related experience through internships or part-time jobs.
  • Become familiar with federal, state, and local job application processes.
  • Supplement curriculum with courses in political science, public administration, or business.
  • Develop good written and oral communication skills.
  • Gain leadership skills.