should i do marketing or accounting?

Answer 1

Both areas are popular according to the US Dept of Labor, but accounting sounds like it has the edge as far as getting a job. But you need to pick what you like, if you don't want to be bored to death. Here's what the US Dept of Labor has to say about your chances of getting a job in accounting:

Employment of accountants and auditors is expected to grow faster than average for all occupations through the year 2014. An increase in the number of businesses, changing financial laws and regulations, and increased scrutiny of company finances will drive growth. In addition to openings resulting from growth, the need to replace accountants and auditors who retire or transfer to other occupations will produce numerous job openings in this large occupation.

What are the chances of getting a job in marketing?
Advertising, marketing, promotions, public relations, and sales manager jobs are highly coveted and will be sought by other managers or highly experienced professionals, resulting in keen competition. College graduates with related experience, a high level of creativity, and strong communication skills should have the best job opportunities. In particular, employers will seek those who have the computer skills to conduct advertising, marketing, promotions, public relations, and sales activities on the Internet.

Employment of advertising, marketing, promotions, public relations, and sales managers is expected to increase faster than the average for all occupations through 2014, spurred by intense domestic and global competition in products and services offered to consumers. However, projected employment growth varies by industry. For example, employment is projected to grow much faster than average in scientific, professional, and related services, such as computer systems design and related services, and in advertising and related services, as businesses increasingly hire contractors for these services instead of additional full-time staff. By contrast, a decline in employment is expected in many manufacturing industries.

Information about careers in certified public accounting and CPA standards and examinations may be obtained from:
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, 1211 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10036. Internet: http://www.aicpa.org

For information about careers in advertising management, contact:
American Association of Advertising Agencies, 405 Lexington Ave., New York, NY 10174-1801. Internet: http://www.aaaa.org

Good luck!

Answer 2

Money Markets are a good alternative to savings accounts. I've never seen one that restricts withdrawals. Our checks are deposited directly into a brokerage Money Market Fund. I then turn around and pay our bills from that account on-line. If you do go with a Money Market On-line, be sure to set up the ability to electronically transfer $$$ back & forth between the credit union & the firm holding the money market.

Answer 3

It seems to me that there would be more opportunities for accounting.

Answer 4

If you like mathematics