<p>Hello, everyone. I am pulling my hair out, trying to figure out which path to pursue.</p>
<p>I am currently majoring in Political Science with a minor in Economics. However, I heard alot of horror stores in the past several months about Political Science graduates not being able to find work and/or making very low wages (i.e. $18,000 a year, working at Walmart). I have also scanned through the Sunday paper classifieds and "monster.com" just to seek what kind of jobs were out there, and the overwhelming career opportunities seem to be (in my area at least) in the Economics/Finance/Accounting field. So I'm wondering...</p>
<p>Should I go for two degrees in Political Science and Business Economics, and possibly graduate in late May 2009 or stick with my BS in Political Science and graduate on time? The BS degree incorporates alot of Business and Economics courses (hence the Economics minor), but I don't know if an Economics minor ALONE is enough to get me a job in the Banking/Insurance Industry. I seriously don't know if I will have the financial resources to continue my education once my 4-year scholarship runs out. </p>
<p>I'd double major....but I'm one of those ppl that just love learning about new things...i really hate limiting my knowledge to the narrow scope of one field. I'm gonna do a psychology major, government minor, and then perhaps a chemistry minor...i like some variety though...might not be right for some ppl</p>
<p>Yeah I'm in the same boat as the last poster (I like learning and variety).</p>
<p>But if your concern is getting a job and being able to support yourself, and the added time is the only detractor from choosing the double major, think about this. An extra year or two for a (possible) lifeteime of benefits? I don't know, that's how I see it. It's still all up to you.</p>
<p>Majayiduke09, I go to a local state university called the University of Louisville. I have decided to stick with the BS in Political Science and Public Policy, and complete an Economics minor instead. There is a weak selection of interesting Econ courses, and I can't really come up with 8 electives to complete the Economics degree. I have already gotten wonderful offers of internships from the local government, Insurance, Finance and Pharmaceutical companies. I figure I should be alright once it comes time to find a job. Hopefully....</p>
<p>Yeah, as for the political science majors working at Walmart. Yeah, that really scared me too. But I figure, if you really take your education seriously, maintain a decent GPA, seek out internships and make connections in whatever field you want to enter after graduation you should be alright. I think I made the best decision.</p>
<p>Hi, I have just started my CIMA but am also interested in pursuing a double major in economics and political science. Unlike like you, however, I really love economics and was considering doing a minor in political science. What advice or suggestions do you have about this?</p>
<p>What’s wrong with working at Walmart with a degree? I do. Times are tough these days. The unemployment rate in my area is about 17%. </p>
<p>As far as Alcindor92’s question, if you want to graduate within four years, I would suggest getting your economics degree with a minor in political science. A double major may take a little while longer. My main problem when I graduated college is I did not have much work experience. A lot of “entry level” jobs out of college still require some level of on-the-job experience. It’s sad to find out that even with a college degree, your future employer wants to see proof that you are are an excellent worker too. </p>