One of the most common questions a new college student has is what degree/major should I choose? A degree is a field of study, and based on which one you choose will determine your success in life and your income. As the economy is always changing, you may be wondering what the best degrees are to get if you want one of the hot new jobs that are not only offering great salaries and earning power; but also, professions that will be around for awhile.
Advanced Medical Research: This industry is one of the most successful and broadening industries in today’s economy, and it shows no sign of slowing….ever. This is because more and more doctors and the medical field are moving away from the treatment of patients and more to understanding what kind of care can be administered to prevent health conditions and issues. This requires ample medical research in advanced fields of study such as genetics, systems biology, and drug disciplines.
• College Majors: Bioinformatics, Molecular Pharmacology, Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology, Cell Biology and Anatomical Sciences
• Hot Jobs: Nanotechnologist, Simulation Engineer, Robotics Technician, Gene Screener
Computers: This should come as no surprise, but the world is more digital today than ever before; and the innovations that it’s founded on change on a daily basis. This said, the world of computers and its specialty professions is continuously expanding and opening up to afford expertise in communicating, inventing, enhancing, and troubleshooting computers at lightning speed; especially in areas of robotic technology, digital networks, and virtuality.
• College Majors: Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, Data processing technology, Information Systems Management, Computer Science, Computational Mathematics, and Game Design and Development
• Hot Jobs: Computer Scientist, Software Engineer, Interface Designer, Mobile Application Developer, Content Curator, Causal Game Developer, Cyber Security Specialist
Green Industry: As more and more formal attention is given the overhaul of our less than energy efficient and eco conscious buildings, cars, and products; more and more jobs will be springing up and at an alarming rate. Just under the federal administration, there are to be 5 million new openings just in green collar jobs-to help make everything in this country more green-by cleaning up the environment, curbing global warming, developing more energy efficient energy systems, and the like.
• College Majors: Environmental Science, natural resource Economics, Electromechanical Technology
• Hot Jobs: Renewable Energy Technician, Waste Management Consultant, Geophysicist, Sustainability Officer, Sustainable Urban Planner, Energy Efficiency Manager, Automotive Field Technician Specialist, Industrial Production Manager, Mechanical Engineer and Energy Conservation Engineer
Finance: Although the ailing banking and financial sectors will contract in the short term, in the future the need for bright and creative economists -- and the opportunities for all financial-related fields -- will rebound and grow to offer lucrative employment," said Goldman. He predicts business intelligence will be more focused on predictive modeling and offer more real-time analysis.
College Majors: Mathematical Statistics and Probability, Investments and Securities, Analysis and Functional Analysis, Financial Planning, Accounting
Hot Jobs: Forensic Accountant, Credit Analyst, Private Equity, Management Consultant, Securities and Commodities Agent
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