i am planning to go to college in two years when im finished school and im stuck between two courses :
accounting and finance or
economics law and politics
which one do you think would be better
2006-11-22 03:17:00 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Depends on what type of career you want.
2006-11-22 03:24:45 · answer #1 · answered by Jordan D 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
From a purely financial standpoint, you'll have the potential to make more with accounting/finance (esp. if you get an MBA later) than with the economics law and political science.
Still, political science courses can be a lot of fun with the right professor and economics has always intriqued me. The trick, in this case, is whether you plan to head off to a big university or a small (liberal arts) college. There are good professors anywhere but you'll have a much greater chance of interacting with them (versus grad student instructors) at smaller places. Take from somebody who goes to a tiny liberal arts college and intends to major in public policy.
There will be a bit more fact and little less theory in accounting/finance (while the opposite will be true with economics law and politics). It really depends on what your values are and what you like to do both now and in 20 years.
You can research majors and careers as well as universities at princetonreview.com (free registration required for complete access) and perhaps help you with your decision. Your high school guidance counselor should also be able to offer some insight and (gasp) as well as your parents if you haven't asked them already (plus, they'll probably be happy you asked them).
Either way, I think you'll have a lot of fun and be able to market your degree when you're done.
2006-11-22 07:39:51 · answer #2 · answered by Target Acquired 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Working in finance is much more interesting than accounting or law (in my opinion). The question is how to get there.
I'd recommend economics as the best way to get a job in finance -- but take lots of courses in math, finance and accounting. You can always get a graduate degree in Law or Finance later -- if you like (JD or MBA).
Accounting is an extremely dull profession -- but a basic understanding of it is essential to work in finance.
My opinions are biased, but informed. I have an undergraduate degree in Math, an MBA and a PhD in Finance.
2006-11-22 07:43:30 · answer #3 · answered by Ranto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am doing politics in university, and i am really loving it. It really depends on what kind of career you are looking for and what are your interests. Two years is still a lot of time to choose. You should talk to your guidance career counsellor and see which would be the best for you. They are both very good courses. Keep an open mind but also go for something that you can get a job in fairly easily.
2006-11-22 04:25:22 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-26 01:16:43 · answer #5 · answered by watkin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Which would you enjoy more? What career do you want?
You should make an appointment with your schools career counsellor. They will be able to sit down with you and help you decide what is best.
The important thing to remember though is that even once your in college, you can always change your mind.
I went through 2 different college programs. My younger brother just started college in September. He's realized that he doesn't enjoy his program and is switching in January.
2006-11-22 03:28:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, the second option sounds more flexible. Should you opt for something more specific, you could then change during the first term, after you've had a taste of each.
2006-11-22 11:01:38 · answer #7 · answered by Garry R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Accounting and finance for undergrad, and then you can always go to law school.
2006-11-22 03:32:35 · answer #8 · answered by caralynn5685 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you've got another two years yet i wouldn't be TOO worried because peoples ideas change and you don't know if something else may have taken your fancy by then. but like others have said you can't really judge for a strnager who you don't know. it would depends completely on you and your interests and career plans.
2006-11-23 04:07:59 · answer #9 · answered by yellowbelly821 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i think that accounting is fun, but that just may be me. i never got into econ, but i know a friend that is in politics and he loves it!
2006-11-22 03:27:02 · answer #10 · answered by toni 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋