Italian, B.A.

What Can You Do With This Major?

We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Italian, B.A. go on to work in these industries among others.

Manufacturing and Technology

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Project Control Analyst $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Systems Engineer Associate $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Tax Specialist $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Process Improvement Engineer $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Mechanical Engineer $ 60,000 - $ 69,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Director of Communications and Customer Advocacy $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Director of Corporate Social Responsibility and Compliance $ 130,000 - $ 139,000
Principal Tax Specialist $ 120,000 - $ 129,000
Vice President for Employee Applications $ 150,000 +
Client Manager $ 70,000 - $ 79,000

Retail and Consumer Products

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Allocation Analyst $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Category Planner $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Business Development Representative $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
E-Commerce Specialist $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Account Executive $ 50,000 - $ 59,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Business Development Manager $ 80,000 - $ 89,000
President $ 120,000 - $ 129,000
Customer Engagement Manager $ 70,000 - $ 79,000
Instructional Design Specialist $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Account Management Advisor $ 100,000 - $ 109,000

Healthcare and Wellness Services

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Behavioral Health Technician $ 20,000 - $ 29,000
Buyer/Planner $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Medical Laboratory Technologist $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Insurance Consultant $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Mental Health Specialist $ 30,000 - $ 39,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Production Manager $ 70,000 - $ 79,000
Pharmacy Manager $ 70,000 - $ 79,000
Events and Special Projects Manager $ 110,000 - $ 119,000
Coagulation Sales Specialist $ 120,000 - $ 129,000
Clinical Dietician $ 70,000 - $ 79,000

Where Can You Find URI Graduates?

Many alumni who majored in Italian, B.A. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.

Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students

University of Rhode Island    |    University College London    |    Rhode Island College    |    Florida Atlantic University    |    Stony Brook University    |    Maastricht University    |    University of Washington    |    Boston College    |    Golden Gate University Edward S. Ageno School of Business    |    Northeastern University

Top Employers Hiring Our Grads

Citizens Bank    |    Cranston Public Schools    |    CVS Health    |    Ambassador Labs    |    American Mathematical Society    |    Autism Behavior Center    |    Carbon2Cobalt    |    Coastal Connecticut Research,LLC    |    Corcept Therapeutics    |    Cox Communications    |    Diversified Resources,LLC    |    Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island    |    DraftKings,Inc.    |    East Bay Newspapers    |    ELLE    |    Fidelity Investments    |    Gainwell Technologies    |    General Dynamics Electric Boat    |    Hearst Technology    |    IGT

What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?

Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career. Ask your academic advisor which courses introduce or build upon these 8 Career Readiness competencies. After that, your Career Education Specialist (CES) can help you demonstrate these acquired skills and experiences in your resume.

Career Readiness for All Majors:

  • Critical thinking
  • Oral and written communication
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership
  • Digital technology
  • Professionalism
  • Career and self development
  • Equity and inclusion

Italian, B.A. Skills:

These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.

  1. Sales
  2. Management
  3. Research
  4. Public Speaking
  5. Time Management

Contact


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