Business or Engineering

<p>Hi. So I have no idea what to major in. I am either planning on majoring in engineering (probably mechanical) or doing a double major in marketing (or maybe finance) and international business. I am really good at math and usually enjoy it which makes me think that I should do engineering, but I also hate science so I'm not sure if I would enjoy it. I also know that an engineering major is a lot of work and is very challenging, which I'm not sure I would be able to handle (I get stressed very easily). On the other hand, I would love to travel and I enjoy learning new languages and about other cultures, and international business would be perfect for that. I also like the fact that it won't be as intense of a major as engineering and I would get the opportunity to study abroad if I went the business route. I am also open to other options. Thank you so much!</p>

<p>You’re right in the fact that engineering is extremely hard. If you are up to the challenge and very interested in mechanical engineering, go for it. But expect to have tons of hard science classes such as physics and chemistry if you choose to pursue that route. After getting your engineering degree though, you are almost guaranteed a job, and you will get a higher starting salary than a business major. So although it is difficult, if you work through it and study, you will benefit a lot. I’m going the engineering route because I am extremely interested in computer science. If your passion lies in engineering, do it.</p>

<p>I am I the same position. I am thinking about finance or actuarial science. I do not think engineering is right for me after months of thinking about it </p>

<p>Finance is practically a math degree.I am pursing my MS in finance. Finance majors earn more than engineering majors. And not all STEM have job security btw, especially engineers. Majority of all companies want candidates who have obtained at least a master’s.</p>

<p>I know several STEM graduates who are jobless. Most of them are biology and chemistry grads. With those degrees, a student either goes into research (rare), med school, or teach. I also know an engineering graduate who works at Star Bucks. But he is pursing his MS.</p>

<p>The job market is not what it seems to be. </p>

<p>Want job security? Study nursing. </p>