Careers

Choosing a degree level is fairly straight forward, and to some extent, depends on your available time and budget. However, choosing a subject and a profession that interests you, there is a wide field of opportunity. You may be drawn to some subjects, or you may discover that certain fields simply match your talents and salary expectations more so than others.

Ultimately, choosing a career and a career path depends on five factors:

Finding a subject that you will be able to enjoy for years on end
Choosing an active market with a strong need for qualified applicants
Choosing a skill or profession that you have a natural talent for
Choosing a career path that has a traditional path to advancement
Choosing a career that fits your lifestyle

You cannot underestimate any of these factors. Obviously, you want to choose a career field that interests you, in addition you have the skill to do it, but at the same time, if the market is lacking or if there is no traditional path to advancement, you may find that you are overqualified in education for a non-existent job. Another neglected step is that your chosen profession should match your lifestyle. Are you prepared for the educational requirements, the training phase, the entry-level job, and the advancement opportunities—not to mention the demands that will challenge you professionally, technically, artistically and personally?

Here are some of the most important career fields to consider. What category does your dream job fall under? Remember that primary studies can be combined with secondary studies for an even stronger resume.

Subjects

Arts, Sciences, Humanities

Careers: Teaching, law, public service,

Compatible Subjects: Sociology, philosophy, literature

Law and Criminal Justice

Careers: Lawyers, Law enforcement, criminology, corrections, forensics

Compatible Subjects: Psychology, Private Investigator, medical examination

Business

Careers: Management, Chief Financial Officer, marketing, hospitality

Compatible Subjects: Information technology, human resources, international business

Public Policy and Safety

Careers: Civil service, government agencies, NASA, USPS,

Compatible Subjects: Criminology, economics, accounting, engineering

Education

Careers: Teacher, librarian, writer/editor, manager, guidance counselor

Compatible Subjects: English, foreign language

Technology

Careers: Software developer, web developer, analyst, database administrator

Compatible Subjects: Information Technology, computer programming

Engineering

Careers: Aerospace, agriculture, bioengineering, mechanics, civil engineering

Compatible Subjects: Mathematics, physics, chemistry, circuitry

Religious Studies

Careers: Ministry, education, counseling, psychology, social work

Compatible Subjects: Political science, history, foreign language, business

Health & Human Resources

Careers: Nurse, EMTs, physician, biologist, economist, budget analyst

Compatible Subjects: Psychology, radiography, sonography, marketing

Trades and Vocational Careers

Careers: Landscaper, automotive repair, construction, woodworkers, hairdresser

Consider also careers that are currently on the rise in their outlook and earning potential.

Professions and Salary*

Anesthesiologists,

$232,830

Nurse Anesthetists,

$154,390

Mathematicians,

$101,280

Civil Engineers,

$84,140

Video Game Designers,

$81,860

Writers and Authors,

$68,420

Chief Executives,

$176,840

Lawyer,

$130,880

Art Directors,

$94,260

Web Administrators,