What Can I Do With a Major in Social Entrepreneurship?

Our program gives you the tools to create meaningful social change. Both public and private employers can benefit from your new skills. Here's how.

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Your core coursework includes economics, law, anthropology, sociology, and business classes. You'll combine this new knowledge with practical learning because you will work to develop, fund, and carry out new solutions to social, cultural, or environmental issues. 

You can use your skills and experience to create your own business or organization. Or, you can choose from careers in a variety of fields. Read on to learn more about your post-graduation options.

Career Options, Employers, and Transferable Skills

Account Executive
Artist Agent/Manager
Athlete Business Manager
Business Analyst
Business Consultant
Business Development Associate
Business Owner
Campaign Manager
Communications Director
Community Affairs Director
Community Impact Director
Community Organizer
Community Relations Manager
Compliance Officer
Corporate Social Responsibility Consultant
Diversity and Equity Officer
Entrepreneur
Environmental Health/Disease Inspector
Fundraiser
Health Educator
Human Rights Investigator
International Partnerships Manager
Investment Manager
Loan Manager
Management Consultant
Marketing and Social Media Manager
Member Engagement Manager
Nonprofit Program Coordinator
Occupational Safety and Health Inspector
Organizational Development Specialist
Policy Advisor
Product Manager
Project Coordinator
Property Manager
Recruiter
Small Business Executive
Sales Agent
Social Enterprise Manager
Social Good Coordinator
Social Impact Manager
Social Worker
Sustainability Specialist
Teacher
Volunteer Coordinator

Advertising/PR Agencies
Banks
Capital Ventures
Civic Organizations
Colleges and Universities
Commercial Banking and Credits
Community Service Agencies
Consulting Firms
Consumer Packaged Goods
Electronic and Computer Hardware
Environmental Advocacy Groups
Federal Agencies
Finance Companies
For-profit Companies
Healthcare
Human Resources
Investment & Portfolio Management Firms
Law Firms
Management Consulting
Manufacturing Companies
Media/Communications Companies
Nonprofits
Peace Corps/VISTA
Philanthropies
Political Campaigns
Research and Development
Small Businesses
Social Change Organizations
Social Enterprises
Startups
Technology Companies
Wholesale/Retail Operations

  • Develops innovative solutions to social, cultural, or
    environmental issues
  • Create sustainable change and lasting impact
  • Solves problems through critical thinking
  • Has proficiency in interpersonal communication
  • Has strong background in entrepreneurship,
    business, and human relations
  • Communicates ideas and concepts to others
  • Understands social factors impacting the local and global
    community
  • Reads, writes, and speaks proficiently
  • Organizes, plans, and coordinates service projects
  • Comprehends global ethical issues
  • Participates in civic engagement
  • Collaborates with others and leads teams

Ways to Explore a Career

  • Taking a Focus 2 Career Assessment
  • Searching job descriptions on Handshake
  • Connecting with alumni on LinkedIn
  • Finding a mentor
  • Researching professional associations
  • Reading the Occupational Outlook Handbook
  • Meeting with Academic Advisor and Career Counselor
  • Shadowing a professional at work
  • Joining a relevant club or organization
  • Finding an internship or part-time job
  • Volunteering with an organization
  • Conducting an informational interview
  • Trying a new class in a relevant subject
  • Studying abroad

Contact Us

To make a career counseling appointment or for additional assistance in our services, call us at 904-819-6286 or email us using the button below.

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