<p>Which do you think would be better to get in addition to a Finance or Economics degree?</p>
<p>At DS's school, the math department is in a different college (College of Science) than the College of Business, so a dual degree would require significantly more hours to complete than a 2nd major, I think. But beyond the hours issue, would one be considered "better" than the other to employers/graduate schools?</p>
<p>If you are pursuing Finance, and you are going for corporate finance track, such as Investment Banking, there’s no need for a Math Degree. Focus your time on interning, networking, and so on.</p>
<p>If you are focusing on more quantitative work, it really depends. An undergraduate math degree doesn’t really help because colleges are pumping out a lot of Master in Finance and PhDs students. It would be good if you want to pursue a Master of Finance degree, but you don’t really need to major in Math; you can simple take the pre-requisite classes. </p>
<p>As for economics, I would say a yes because it’s a usual combination for many students, and it would be a good prep if you want to get a Master or PhD.</p>
<p>Go for a second major, the cost and time investment for the second degree isn’t worth it.</p>
<p>Thanks for the input. Follow-up Q: S could pick up a French minor or major more easily than the math (although he is less interested in it). Would French be a better combo with finance or econ? S doesn’t really know what he wants to do yet, so trying to keep the options open. Right now, he’s toying with the idea of law school.</p>