Which course to do in university? Communication and new media or economics? Why?

Answer 1

It really depends on what you want to do 10 years down the road, or what you really enjoy doing now.

A low level way is to look at what kind of place you want to work in: if you want to get a job at an internet company, or at a TV/broadcast station, the communications and new media course will come in handy.

If you want to work at a financial industry, a bank, or fund manager/hedge fund, then of course Economics would be better.

In my experience muddling through university and life, go and find out where your strengths are - are you a whiz on the internet? or do you like finding ways to better manage money? or do you really do well programming games, or do you really enjoy figuring out how people think, or a combination of a few of things - and then just do the courses that allow you to expand on what you already like. That way - you enjoy your university life, and are more likely to become a specialist in your field, and get a good job.

That's way better than going to a popular course, kinda pulling through but not really making it to the top, getting a job in which you had to fight off 200 people for, and to top it off it's not even a job you really like.

Try to figure out what you could envision yourself doing for a long time, don't be specific like - "I think I can create websites" or "I think I will enjoy making money", but more along the lines of "I think I know what can make a website great" or "I think I'll enjoy enriching personal portfolios" and your path will be quite clear.

Good luck, and remember there's no right answer. Hindsight will always be 20/20. Sometimes you've got to try something, and fail to realise what it is you really wanted.

Answer 2

It depends on the path you wish to take after school.

Communications and news media will be helpful if you want to go into some type of news career. It will also help in getting a job where you will be expected to speak to a group of people. Employers like communications majors for this reason.

Economics courses are helpful for your knowledge level. As far as careers go, you may be eligible for the same types of careers, and certain employers, such as banks or any employer with a finance department. Do you plan to go into politics? Economics is a great field in which to be an expert if you plan to run for office some day.

Both paths are good ones, but it really just depends on what you would like to do with your life. If you're not sure, communications and news media may give you more options.

Answer 3

Ask your counselor or go seek a Career Guidance counselor, the career one is very helpful because they have a general knowledge of all subjects. If a Career Guidance counselor does not attend your school call up the surrounding Universities or Community Colleges to see if there is one.

I'm not qualified to answer your question because I'm more into Telecommunications as well as Project Management.

Answer 4

Neither. It will be difficult for you to find a job after college with a degree in either major. I have a Bachelor's in communication and it is basically worthless. Research the job market and see what kind of degrees are sought after right now. Find a major that interests you AND will get you a job right out of school.

Answer 5

what do you want to do with your life? what kind of job are you looking? ask that to yourself and you'll know the answer! think hard! coz its your life!