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Nora
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How do I choose a minor ?
What is your advice for choosing a major? I want to major in sociology but an unsure what to minor in. Is it career focused or just for my own interest of study? I am undecided of my plans post college, whether to teach, social work, or work with a nonprofit. Do I wait to declare a minor?
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Ilan Marouani, Esq., LL.M.
Tax Attorney
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Ilan’s Answer
Hello Nora,
Choosing a major is pretty much where you believe you would want a career. A major would give you a general sense of the needs, requirements, day-to-day tasks.... of your future career. However, a minor is really more for yourself. Employers rarely ask about it, and it just shows a self interest in a field, than a commitment to it. Nevertheless, if you are unsure of where you want to settle down in your career, starting a minor could lead to a promising major, and later a career in a field you might have never thought you would end up in.
All in all, a minor is really something you feel passionate about, but that you do not imagine yourself working in, or something that you are interested in, but do not want to fully invest in (make it a major) yet.
Choosing a major is pretty much where you believe you would want a career. A major would give you a general sense of the needs, requirements, day-to-day tasks.... of your future career. However, a minor is really more for yourself. Employers rarely ask about it, and it just shows a self interest in a field, than a commitment to it. Nevertheless, if you are unsure of where you want to settle down in your career, starting a minor could lead to a promising major, and later a career in a field you might have never thought you would end up in.
All in all, a minor is really something you feel passionate about, but that you do not imagine yourself working in, or something that you are interested in, but do not want to fully invest in (make it a major) yet.
I appreciate this, thank you for the advice.
Nora
Beth Spurgeon
Sustanability and Corporate Responsibility
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Hello, I chose a minor that complemented my major and matched my interests. I majored in sociology and minored in political science. Both fields are similar but offer different perspectives on the world. Studying both helped broaden my understanding. I started my career in a nonprofit, working in financial development to help raise funds. I worked with organizations from grassroots to national levels. Later, I moved to a corporate role, using my skills to help companies positively impact communities through grants, volunteer programs, employee donations, and sustainability efforts. This career has been a joy, and my studies in sociology and political science improved my human, analytical, and communication skills. Best of luck to you!