Darlen
What are some types of business degrees that there are?
I was wondering what specific degrees there are in the business area.
#business #degrees
3 answers
Daniela Silva
Daniela’s Answer
Hi Darlen,
There are many different types of business degrees. The most popular business degrees can help you advance your career and secure positions that you cannot get with a high school diploma. Here is a list of some of the most common degrees earned by business majors:
- Accounting Degree
An accounting degree can lead to many positions in the accounting and finance fields. A bachelor's degree is the most common requirement for accountants who want to work in private and public firms.
- Advertising Degree
An advertising degree is a good option for students who are interested in careers in advertising, marketing, and public relations.
- Economics Degree
Many individuals who earn an economics degree go on to work as an economist. However, it is possible for graduates to work in other areas of finance. Economists who want to work for the federal government will need a bachelor's degree at minimum; a master's degree may be even more beneficial for advancement.
- Entrepreneurship Degree
Although an entrepreneurship degree isn't absolutely necessary for entrepreneurs, completing a degree program can help individuals learn the ins and outs of business management. People who earn this degree often start their own company or help to manage a start-up business.
- Finance Degree
A finance degree is a very broad business degree and can lead to many different jobs in a variety of industries. Every company relies on someone with financial knowledge.
- General Business Degree
A general business degree is an excellent choice for students who know they want to work in business, but aren't sure what types of position they want to pursue after graduation. A business degree could lead to a job in management, finance, marketing, human resources, or a number of other areas.
- Health Care Management Degree
A health care management degree almost always leads to a management career in the health care field. Graduates may supervise employees, operations, or administrative tasks at hospitals, senior care facilities, physician's offices, or community health centers. Careers are also available in consulting, sales, or education.
- Hospitality Management Degree
Students who earn a hospitality management degree could work as the general manager of an establishment or specialize in a specific area, such as lodging management, food service management, or casino management. Positions are also available in travel, tourism, and event planning.
- Human Resources Degree
A human resources degree usually leads to work as a human resources assistant, generalist, or manager, depending on level of degree completion. Graduates may choose to specialize in a particular area of human resources management, such as recruiting, labor relations, or benefits administration.
- Information Technology Management Degree
Students who earn an information technology management degree often go on to work as IT managers. They may specialize in project management, security management, or another related area.
- International Business Degree
Graduates with an international business degree are most welcome in our global business economy. With this type of degree, you can work in a variety of businesses in a number of different industries. Popular positions include market researcher, management analyst, business manager, international sales representative, or interpreter.
More detailed information about each of these degrees in:
http://businessmajors.about.com/od/degreeoptions/a/Business-Degrees.htm
Luck in your choices!
Octavia Davis
Octavia’s Answer
There are a broad spectrum of options for business degrees. I recommend thinking about what aspect of business you might be interested in. For example, if you're good with numbers, you might be interested in programs for accounting or finance. If you're interested in business operations you may benefit from a degree in business administration. There's also the people management aspect of business where a degree in human resources or management may be beneficial. Take some time to browse different programs that you may be interested and how they apply to the business environment. This will help you get a better idea if the options available and required courses are something that interest you.
Jovan Garcia
Jovan’s Answer
When it comes to business degrees there are so many. I would focus on what area of business you would like to work in. If you like serving employees in all aspects of a business from hiring, to training, to making work easier you can look into Human Resources. If you like math and are interested in the profit/loss a business is making then Accounting can be your route. There is also Business Management if you want to be a manager of your favorite store or own a business. You can also look into Marketing if you are interested in promoting business' or coming up with creative ways to get a business' message or product to it's customers. Whichever route you choose do it for passion and not compensation. Best of Luck!