What Can I Do With My Major?

One of the most exciting things about your major is the variety of career options you can pursue! Take a look at the materials below to learn about some of the most common career paths for your major. Check out What Can I Do With This Major for any additional majors you may be interested in.

Business and Data Analytics Majors:

briefcase = Career paths for this major  Compass = Careers of URI Alumni for this major
Accounting
Business Analytics & Intelligence
Finance
General Business
Global Business Management
Management
Marketing
Supply Chain Management
Textiles Marketing
Textiles, Fashion Merchandising, and Design

The following sites provide additional pertinent information when exploring and researching desired career pathways:


Training & Additional Education

Many roles within the Business and Economics industries require additional education beyond a Bachelor’s level degree.  Graduate school requirements vary based on each program and commonly accept all undergraduate majors.

We encourage you to review our Grad School Module below to learn if grad school is the best fit for you.

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Please note that your Career Education Specialists will assist you in finding resources for applying to grad schools (including building an effective personal statement), but do not advise on specific graduate programs.  If you are interested in learning more about a specific program, contact that school’s graduate admissions office directly.

Grad School Module Rhode to Grad School Quick Tip Sheet

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Designed to prepare you for leadership positions in business, government, and nonprofit organizations, the MBA program offers a global perspective while stressing the ethical and environmental responsibilities inherent in all management activities.

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