What can I do with a degree in Humanities?

Advertising

Bring your people skills, creativity, and strategic nature to the exciting world of advertising. Your UMUC program in humanities will provide you with experience in writing, creative thinking, and analysis that will aid you in this highly competitive field.

Career Areas

• Creative Services- Copy Writing, Art Direction
  
• Account Management
  
• Media
  
• Account Planning
  
• Production

Employers

• Advertising Agencies
  
• In-House Agencies of Large Companies

Strategies

Make the most of your career choice. Employ these suggestions and you’re sure to excel in the workplace:

• Demonstrate talent, persistence, assertiveness, and enthusiasm.
• Be prepared to start in an entry-level position. Obtain strong statistics background for market research positions.
• Create a portfolio of writing and ideas showing originality and imagination for creative positions.
• Gain knowledge of various media, contemporary tastes, and trends.
• Obtain experience with campus newspaper, TV, or radio.
• Participate in sales and promotions for student organizations or private businesses.
• Complete an internship in a market research firm or advertising agency.
• Supplement curriculum with courses in business (marketing, economics, mathematics), art, or graphic design.