<p>just a quick poll...</p>
<p>FWIW from my experiences of undergrads the cal econ/math guys are educated differently (how PC of me huh) than than the haas guys. In terms of obtaining entry level jobs with only a bachelors degree, I’d be curious to see the stats on this issue. My guess and from discussions with each is the undergrad haas crowd initially land a entry level job with a slight advantage. That doesn’t mean that they are paid all that great since entry level is about a 5 year span unless lucky or stand out. </p>
<p>The econ/math guys who went back to a CCC to receive a value added certificate seems to level the playing field at that point. The econ/math guys who go on to grad school, say earning a MBA, then seem to earn more money by mid career. Better prepared?!? IDK. Personally I think earning a BA in BA and then a MBA seems to be a bit redundant, especially without work experience or specialization. </p>
<pre><code>In a flip-flop manner, it would prolly balance out earning a undergrad Haas Biz Ad BA then a MFE if that was congruent with ones interest. To me, in all due respect, I would opt for conquering the Cal econ and math classes on the undergrad level and educating yourself the best you can. That way, it is considered done and out of the way, and feel would better prepare you for grad school. It may also give you a better idea of what you may want to do in grad school in case you decide to specialize and tailor your interests or just obtain a generalist MBA and exploit your own personalized strengths. The argument could go either way but at Cal…
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<p>econ/math — Bachelors
MBA, MFE or maybe mix with computers MIS/IT ect for Masters depending on interests</p>
<p>Math is by far the most difficult.</p>
<p>I vote econ/math just cuz i like math and mathematical econ stuff.</p>
<p>Which depends on what the student is good at and what the student’s goals are.</p>
<p>i’m an applied math and econ double major. If you’re thinking of doing any type of quantitative finance then you should definitely pick up a stat or math major.</p>
<p>math/econ major here. then going for my mfe(from a top 5 institution hopefully).</p>
<p>Just take some haas electives along the way, maybe a few accounting classes as well just so you are well rounded. Then you will have the same classes the ba majors have + a quantitative background. that is my sentiment at least.</p>
<p>^^^ I agree with such a sentiment if want to be competitive in the business world and grad school</p>