Mystery Major
Jan 11, 2016
Mystery Major
Economics
Economics Economics and graduate study
Law Business Economics Public policy
After Undergraduate studies Grad school Banking Financial and management consulting Medical services Pharmaceutical Real Estate
Typical careers related to Economics Actuary, Archivist, Attorney, Auditor, Bank
Officer, Budget Analyst, City Planner, Claims Adjuster, Consultant, Controller, Credit Analyst, Educator, Foreign Service Officer, Financial Analyst, International Trade Specialist ,Investment Banker ,Lobbyist ,Statistician ,Technical Writer
Skills Critiquing and diagnosing problems; Trouble-
shooting; Analyzing community needs; Problem-solving; Program development; Analyzing public policies; Decision-making; Analyzing manpower requirements; Systematizing/organizing material; Reviewing/evaluating; Team building; and goal setting.
Celebrity: Arnold Schwarzenegger Economics major Actor, bodybuilder, Governor/politician Time traveler
Mathematical EconomicsMancini R. Udoji
The Department of Economics and the Department of Economics jointly offer a major leading to a bachelor of science degree in mathematical economics.
Affords the student an opportunity to apply mathematical methods to the development of economic theory, models, and quantitative analysis.
Job scope consists of Economics Major and Mathematics Major
i.e. Graduate school, investment banking, public policy, financial services, and consulting
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Employer Job Title City
VCU School of Dentistry Dental Student Richmond
Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Financial Analyst Trainee Winston-Salem
Moai Films, Inc. Film Production Assistant Los Angeles
Columbia University PhD Student in of Physical Therapy New York
Adams Outdoor Advertising Sales Associate Charlotte
CCG-LLC Project Manager Jacksonville
Northwestern University Research Technician Weston
Johns Hopkins University Teacher Assistant Baltimore
New York Sports Club Personal Trainer New York
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Medical Student Chapel Hill
Health and Exercise Science Katie Esler
Overview
The purpose of the Health and Exercise Department is to advance knowledge through research and to distribute this knowledge through education of and service to humanity.
The focus of this department is to promote health and prevent and treat disease through healthful behaviors, emphasizing physical activity and nutrition
Careers of Interest in HES Major
EducatorEpidemiologist
Fitness Center ManagerNurse
NutritionistOccupational Therapist
Personal TrainerPharmaceutical Sales
RepresentativePhysical Therapist
PhysicianPhysician Assistant
PhysiologistPublic Health AdvocateRecreational Therapist
Research Assistant
HES majors tend to pursue one of three options after graduating1. Further education in medicine or allied health fields2. Further education in HES fields3. Immediate employment.
Skills Developed within HES Major Interpersonal Skills Leading/Coordinating Strong understanding of anatomy and physiology Awareness of proper nutrition Caring Organizing Motivating/Developing others Problem-Solving Ability to assess the physical condition of others
*Health and Exercise Science majors at Wake Forest work with human cadavers in Human Gross Anatomy - a unique opportunity for undergraduates.
Professionals on LinkedInThere are 204 professionals listed on the LinkedIn WFU Career Connectors Group with a major in Health and Exercise Science
There are 291 professionals listed on the LinkedIn Wake Forest Alumni Group with a major in Health and Exercise Science
Mystery Major?
Broadcasting Assistant Marketing Associate Certified Flight Instructor Program Carpet Cleaner Travel Counselor Writer/Cartoonist English Teacher Broker Master Student in Art History Sales Analyst DishLATINO Marketing Operations Specialist
Politics and International Affairs
What is it? “Political Science is the study of
government, public policies and political behavior. Political science uses both humanistic perspectives and science skills to examine the United States and all countries and regions of the world.”
(http://carrer.opcd.wfu.edu/find-your-major-or-career/political-science/)
Career interest in Political Science
Account Executive Attorney Campaign Coordinator Chief Financial Officer CIA/FBI Agent City/Urban Planner Commercial Real Estate Agent Congressional Aide Conservationist Consultant Credit Manager Debate Coach Detention Coach Diplomat Educator Financial Advisor Public Relations Specialist
Foreign Service Officer Human Resources Specialist Insurance Agent Judicial Clerk Labor Relations Specialist Legal Assistant Legislative Assistant Legislative Correspondent Lobbyist Marketing Coordinator Litigation Clerk Paralegal Investigator Peace Corp Volunteer Policy Analyst Political Analyst Probation/Parole Officer Public Relations Specialist Public Service Worker Technical Analyst Senator
Skills “Skillful at speaking, reading and writing” “Ability to effectively communicate ideas” “Able to associate with people with
differing beliefs” “Skilled at developing personal
thoughts/theories” “Ability to assess crises and problem solve” “Awareness of community needs” “Propensity to be a leader”
Potential Jobs Broadcasting Assistant Certified Flight Instructor Program Travel Counselor Law Student Paralegal Writer/Cartoonist Financial Advisor English Teacher DishLATINO Marketing Operations Specialist Logistics Specialist
Interested? For more information visit the WFU
Department of Political Science http://college.wfu.edu/politics/