Career Options
l A degree in social science requires being trained in math, computers, and statistics.
l It is a valuable degree because graduates develop many skills employers consider to be important such as writing, critical thinking, researching, analysis of data and problem solving techniques.
l It is a flexible degree program that a student can tailor to suit his or her own interests or it can be combined with a second major or minor in many different subject areas. (Education-Portal.com).
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l Sociological research influences the way we think about work and organizational life, and enables us to discover new knowledge.
l American Sociological Association : “A sociology degree provides valuable preparation for careers in modern organizational settings .”
l Many careers draw on different aspects of sociology.
l While it is true that only those with graduate degrees hold the official title of Sociologist, - those with Bachelor degrees will find employment in a wide variety of related careers .
Career Options – Higher Degrees
Masters and PhDs
1. Professor
2. Research positions in academic environments.
3. Development careers in business, industry, and governmental and non-governmental organizations (applied settings).
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