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What can I do with a major in...
Urban Studies?
You can do a lot with this major! Urban Studies majors go on to successful careers in business, academics, advocacy, politics, government, publishing, the arts, research, and much more.
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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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- Entry Level Planner, City of Minneapolis
- Entry Level Planner, Met Council Transportation Operations
- Real Estate Broker
- Homeless Advocate
- Transit Planner, Urbitran Associates
Other Common Career Titles for this Major: - Cartographer
- Geographer
- Historian
- Lobbyist
- Planner
- Teacher/Professor
- Social Worker
- Lawyer
- Architect
- Journalism
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Skills You Acquire with this Major
Urban
Studies
majors develop great skills that are applicable to a wide variety of careers.
These skills include:
- Critical thinking and
problem solving skills
- Ability to formulate
clear and persuasive messages
- Listening, clarifying,
questioning and responding skills
- Ability to work well
with diverse groups
- Independent,
self-motivated work ethic
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Public Service Opportunities
If you're interested in doing volunteer work that relates to this major, the Career and Community Learning Center offers advising to help you find the right position for you. By volunteering in the community, not only will you be working for a good cause, you'll get a chance to explore career options. Volunteering also provides a great opportunity to network, build your resume, and grow your professional skills.
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