Career Opportunities for Black Studies Majors
By nature, Liberal Arts majors make great employees in any field because of their ability to communicate effectively, think critically, and solve complex problems. These timeless skills make them attractive to employers in all walks of society. Specifically, though, Black Studies majors often pursue careers in:
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Black Studies + Business + Internship =
- Advertising
- Consulting
- General Management
- Human Resources
- Marketing
- Entrepreneur
Black Studies + Political Science + Internship =
- Community and Public Affairs
- Economic Affairs
- Governmental Relations
- Public Office, Diplomacy
- International Affairs
- Attorney
Black Studies + Education + Internship =
- Preschool/Head Start Programs
- Elementary, Secondary, and Post-Secondary Education
- Research Adult/GED Education
- College Prep Administration
- Greek Affairs
- Counseling (career and individual)
- Multicultural Affairs
- Residence Life
- Student Activities Principal/Administrator
- Curriculum Development Programs
- Guidance/Counseling
Black Studies + Communications + Internship =
- Editing
- Public Relations
- Publishing
- Writing
- Journalism
Black Studies + Art or Theater + Internship =
- Artist Management
- Marketing
- Musician
- Performer
- Playwright
- Teaching Curatorial and Archival Management