UMUC

What can I do with a degree in Humanities?

Business

Whether you're seeking a lucrative career in investment banking or a rewarding opportunity in the non-profit sector, your undergraduate degree in humanities will help prepare you for success in the business environment.

Career Areas

  • Management
  • Sales
  • Marketing
  • Human Resources
  • Insurance: Claims, Underwriting

Employers

  • Business Organizations: Banks, Real Estate Agencies, Insurance Firms, and Large and Small Corporations
  • Retailers: Department, Grocery, Drug, Specialty, variety, and book stores)

Strategies

Get ahead quickly by following these suggestions:

  • Obtain a business minor.
  • Gain work experience through part-time jobs, internships, or relevant volunteer work.
  • Secure leadership roles in campus organizations.
  •  Join student professional associations and seek leadership roles.
  •  Develop strong analytical and computer skills.
  • Gain experience as financial officer or treasurer of a campus organization.