What Can I Do with a Degree in…

General Studies

General studies graduates are employed in many fields including business, education, public administration, public relations, sales, social service, art, computers, law, science, and entrepreneurial endeavors. Some students with degrees in general studies continue in graduate programs in such diverse fields as business, counseling, education, law, medicine, ministry, and social work.

The following occupations represent some career opportunities available to general studies graduates. Some will require additional education. For more information visit the Career Center in Lucina 220.

Administrative Aide
Attorney
Buyer
Cook
Corrections Officer
Executive Secretary
Hotel Manager
Human Resource Manager
Insurance Agent
Interior Designer
Magazine Editor
Marketing Research Analyst
Medical Records Supervisor
News Reporter
Paralegal
Playwright
Police Officer
Public Relations Specialist
Realtor
Receptionist
Salesperson
Secretary
Social Service Administrator
Teacher
Television Producer
Urban and Regional Planners

Possible employment settings for general studies graduates include:

Banks/Financial Institutions
Community Welfare Organizations
Federal Agencies
Forest Services
Government Agencies
Health & Social Services
Insurance
Intelligence Services
Journalism
Library of Congress
Local Departments of Health
Manufacturers
Marketing Research Firms
National Archives
Nonprofit Organizations
Police Departments
Political Campaigns
Political Party Headquarters
Politics
Public and Private Schools
Public Interest Advocacy Group
Research Institutes
Retailers
Smithsonian Institution
Telecommunications
Wholesalers

Resources available in the Career Center, Lucina 220:

100 Best Careers in Crime Fighting (OCC 124.6)
100 Jobs in Words (OCC 228)
Career Opportunities in Travel and Tourism (OCC PT 68)
Careers for Bookworms & Other Literary Types (OCC PT 4)
Careers for Good Samaritans & Other Humanitarian Types (OCC PT 24)
Careers for Scientists & Others with Inquiring Minds (OCC PT 62)
Careers in Social and Rehabilitation Services (OCC 196)
College Majors Handbook (MAJ 6)
Great Jobs for Liberal Arts Majors (OCC 125.8)
Occupational Outlook Handbook (JS JO 20)
Opportunities in Government Careers (OCC 205.5)
Opportunities in Insurance Careers (OCC 116)
Opportunities in Publishing Careers (OCC 181.5)
Smart Moves for Liberal Arts Grads (OCC 126.7)
Top Careers for Liberal Arts Graduates (OCC 126.5)

Websites:

Great Links to Explore (BSU Career Center)  
America ’s Career InfoNet: http://www.acinet.org/
Career Guide to Industries: http://www.bls.gov/oco/cg/
Careers in Government: http://www.careersingovernment.com
Considering Self-Employment? http://www.rileyguide.com/self.html
Employment Outlook: http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0854971.html
IndianaINTERNnet: http://www.indianaintern.net/home.asp
Internships.com
InternshipsUSA.com
Vault Career Insider
O*NET: http://online.onetcenter.org
Occupational Outlook Handbook: http://www.bls.gov/oco/
Overseas Jobs: http://www.overseasjobs.com
Salary Wizard: http://www.salary.com
Volunteer Match: http://www.volunteermatch.org