<p>I don't want to major in business. I feel like that's something that I could do in grad school if I wanted, but a poor decision for undergrad. But all of my advisers, teachers, counselors, and family members can see that I should have a job in business. I'm outgoing, assertive, a natural leader, a quick thinker, a total people person, etc.</p>
<p>So what do I major in? I'm a part of a summer computer programming research project this summer, which I think I will find fascinating, because I love technology. But what can I major in that will prepare me for a job in business and technology, but is not a business/marketing major?</p>
<p>What interests you? If you are interested in the possibilities of future businesses build around biotech and genetics, for example, an undergraduate degree in the appropriate branch of biology combined with an MBA at some later date could prepare you for a career there. Having some real knowledge of the actual core business is always a good thing.</p>
<p>Vinnyli, that is the major I’ve been looking at most (never thought of that as a minor though!) but I’m afraid that I don’t know enough technical information about computers to succeed in that line of study. Does that make sense? Lol.</p>
<p>Consolation, I really want to be involved in the future of technology. I like to brainstorm about ways we can improve the technology that has already been created and also create new things.</p>
<p>Some engineering and computer science programs provide minors or special interdisciplinary majors for those interested in the business side of technology. There are two sections of the link, below, that might give you an idea of what is available (not just at this university, but in general). Look at the minor in engineering management and the major called “engineering science”, which provides for dual enrollment in a business school for some undergraduates.</p>
<p>Also, the University of Pennsylvania has a dual enrollment program in engineering and business. I don’t recall the exact name, but it is the Jerome Fischer (sp?) program. Very small and difficult to get into. I have been told it is heavier on business than engineering.</p>
<p>I’m sure there must be other iterations of the same idea. Start taking a look at the web sites of the engineering/computer science schools that might interest you for details on what kind of programs are available.</p>
<p>Thank you, Midmo, I’m googling everything you mentioned now. =]</p>
<p>Would it make sense to double major in computer engineering/science and business/marketing/economics/etc? Or would a minor in a business-related subject suffice?</p>
<p>Well, if you want an MBA but also a well-rounded education, a degree in the liberal arts or engineering is your best bet. I remember reading that the high percentage of MBA students at Stanford had engineering undergrad degrees.</p>
<p>B Man 22, I’ve also heard things like that which is why I’m looking heavily into engineering. When I mention that I want to major in computer science and engineering, my family, teachers, advisers, and counselors all think I’m crazy and that I need to major in business. But I really don’t feel like this is true.</p>
<p>Wow B Man 22, those are some great articles, especially the last two! I’m emailing my parents them right now! Thank you.</p>
<p>And Poseidenj, you might have been just kidding, but I think you may have the right idea! Maybe not with Victoria’s secret or the women’s studies degree, but still.</p>