Which combination will help me the most?

College Majors Business Major
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<p>I'm thinking of switching over to Business Administration from being a Math major. I have never taken an accounting course before, but I have had a few Econ classes and an Intro to Computer Science class, and I've enjoyed them. Anyway, there are quite a few options that I could take in terms of specific concentrations.</p>

<p>Which would be best/most marketable:</p>

<p>Concentration in Accounting
Joint Emphasis in Accounting and Finance
Joint Emphasis in Accounting and Information Systems
Concentration in Accounting and Minor in Computer Science</p>

<p>My biggest concern is getting a job asap upon graduation and job stability. I don't mind working at a small firm or not making a six figure salary, honestly, as long as I have a job. What is the career outlook like for accountants overall, especially for those who eventually take the CPA? </p>

<p>My current gpa is 2.85. Although I do like math, and it's invaluable, I've struggled with it for some time, usually getting a B or C+ despite my efforts, which is why it's so low. I'm also in my fifth year in school, repeating a few upper-level math classes, but it's very likely that I will not be able to retake them again in the fall, hence why I'm thinking of changing my major.</p>

<p>I was thiiiiis close to taking Advanced Calculus too. -sigh-</p>

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<p>A major in 2 related fields is always more marketable than 1.
An accountant will use IS more than CS. Information systems store the accountant’s numbers, but he will not be building computer systems. CS is more math heavy anyway.
An accountant will use IS more than Finance. Finance is also math heavy.
Accounting and Finance are fine if your intent is a role in Finance with an accounting base. More volatility in Finance though, for job stability Accounting is your best bet.</p>