CONTACT US:
CLA Career Services
135 Johnston Hall
101 Pleasant St SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
email: cclc@umn.edu
phone: 612-624-7577
fax: 612-625-4832
hours: 8 am - 4:30 pm, M-F
CLA Career Services are offered through
the Career and Community Learning Center (CCLC)
CCLC Staff
Resource Room
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What can I do with a major in...
Economics?
You can do a lot with this major! Economics majors go on to successful careers in business, economic analysis, academics, advocacy, politics, government, publishing, research, and much more.
The Economics department offers Bachelor of Arts or Bacehlor of Science degrees in economics. Learn more about options and areas of focus on the Economics Department site.
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For information beyond what you find below, stop by the Career and Community Learning Center in 135 Johnston Hall. We have huge What Can I Do With a Major in.... ? binders, including one for every single major in CLA. We update these binders all the time, and in them you'll find more in-depth information than we can provide here. You can also get individual guidance exploring majors and career paths. Stop by.
Career Titles of U of M Alumni with this Major
Below are job titles of recent graduates and experienced professionals. Linked job titles provide more information about the individual and their background. Please keep in mind that individual profiles may have changed since this information was first compiled.
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- Consultant, Investment Banking
- Financial Planner, North Star Resource Group
- Merchandise Planning Manager, Target Corporation
- Account Representative, PFPC Global Fund Services
- Arbitrage Rebate Associate, First Southwest Company
- Account Representative, Emerson Process Management
- Broker, Wells Fargo Brokerage Services
- Business Analyst, Deloitte Consulting
- Business Analyst, Mervyns
- Business Development Officer, Export-Import Bank in Chicago
- CEO Synovis Life Technologies
- Executive Vice President, Cargill
- Financial Advisor, Waddell & Reed
- Financial Analyst, American Express
- Lawyer, Knodell Law Office
- Management Trainee, Target
- Research Analyst, Minnesota Department of Revenue
- Research Associate, Economics Research Department of the Federal Reserve Bank
- Store Manager, Menards
- Director for New Business Ventures, Aid Association for Lutherans
- Financial Analyst, Selective Insurance
- Financial Wholesaler, Harford/Planco
- Human Resources Representative, TekSystems Inc.
- Personnel Assistant, University of Minnesota
- Senior Analyst Planning, Northwest Airlines
- Senior Analyst / Network Planning, Deutsche Bahn AG
- Senior Treasury Analyst, UnitedHealth Group
- Team Leader, U.S. Bancorp Piper Jaffray
Other Common Career Titles for this Major:
- Broker
- Claims Officer
- Economist
- Market Research Analyst
- Media Analyst
- Purchasing Agent
- Research Assistant
- Supervisor
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Skills You Acquire with this Major
Economics majors develop great skills
that are applicable to a wide variety of careers. These skills include:
- Analytical thinking and
problem solving skills
- Independent,
self-motivated work ethic
- Ability to formulate
clear and persuasive messages
- Listening, clarifying,
questioning and responding skills
- Ability
to work well with diverse groups
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Public Service Opportunities
If you're interested in doing volunteer work related to this major, the Career and Community Learning Center can help. Advisors at our 345 Fraser Hall office can guide your search for a volunteer position that matches your interests. When you volunteer in the community, you work for a good cause and explore potential career options. Volunteering also provides you with opportunities to network, build your resume, and develop professional skills.
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