School of Business and Professional Studies

 

Your Degree, Your Opportunity

Graduates with a business or professional studies background have a wide range of career possibilities. Fields such as management, finance, marketing, human resources, public administration, and entrepreneurship offer many entry‑level opportunities where you can begin building your professional career.


Career Planning Suggestions

Update Your Resume and LinkedIn Profile
Highlight your skills, major‑related projects, internships, leadership roles, and professional experiences. Ensure both your resume and LinkedIn profile show employers what you can do.

Network with Professionals
Connect with alumni, faculty, professionals you have met at internships or events, and classmates. Building relationships can lead to job referrals and career insights.

Focus Your Job Search
Look for positions that align with your interests and strengths. Tailor your application materials for each role to show employers how you can contribute.

Prepare for Interviews
Practice common interview questions and talk through real examples that illustrate your skills in problem‑solving, teamwork, and leadership.

Start with Entry‑Level Roles
Many companies hire recent graduates into roles such as management trainees, analysts, coordinators, or assistants. These positions provide valuable experience and opportunities to grow.

Business

Employers of Business Management Majors

Employers of Accounting Majors

Finance Jobs

Criminal Justice

Employers of Criminal Justice Majors

American Academy of Forensic Sciences

American Correctional Association

American Jail Association

American Society of Criminology

International Association of Crime Analysts

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

Department of Justice

Drug Enforcement Administration

Go Law Enforcement

GDC

Transportation Security Administration

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Human Services

The Social Service Job Site

Academy Health

Social Service

National Human Services Assembly

American Educational Research Association

Southern Sociological Society

I Hire Social Services

American Sociological Association

Society of Human Resource Management

Population Association of America

National Council of Family Relations