2007-04-04 10:07:57 · 19 answers · asked by ? 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
Sit and think of creative ways to pay off the student loan, while searching for inner happiness
2007-04-04 10:09:47 · answer #1 · answered by Lisa 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Many people who study philosophy use it as a springboard into other studies, such as law, medicine, or teaching. Most of the people with a degree in philosophy end up working outside of that direct field.
But there's a bit of a cart-and-horse problem here, too. It's well-documented that students who get philosophy degrees score higher on the SATs than those of any other group, excepting math. This suggests that the KIND of people who are interested in philosophy degrees are probably the kind of people who are talented enough to excel in a variety of fields. Certainly the very broad range of skills philosophy offers helps them do this as well - after all, what job DOESN'T require logic, ethics, and other kinds of systematic thinking?
So the short answer is that a philosophy major does just about anything he wants after graduating, and probably does it pretty darn well too! Links below for statistics of career paths and the like.
2007-04-04 11:40:13 · answer #2 · answered by Doctor Why 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Businesses love philosophy majors. They know all the ways to get around ethical dilemnas with rhetoric and still turn a profit.
Seriously, critical thinking is a skill that philosophy majors develop that is very highly sought. Further, ethicists are needed in almost all corporate offices in todays world. Scientists, health care professionals,etc all end up with ethical problems to solve.
But at a bachelor degree level, like most arts programs, the ability to research, put together a proper report and think on your feet are general skills that any good manager requires. Having acquired a BA is a good signal to employers that your ability to take on higher skill tasks is greater.
Peace
2007-04-04 11:26:43 · answer #3 · answered by zingis 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I left college with a degree in English literature looking for work in anything that was NOT teaching. What I found out is that the skills I learned in classes (that translate to a Philosophy curriculum as well) were things that employers were looking for. These are: the ability to form an opinion and back it up, the ability to discuss issues with peers, and the ability to read and interpret details from a variety of sources.
Outside of very specialized jobs (engineers, etc..) most employers know that whoever they hire will have to be trained. So while they look at the degree and skillset, they are also just as concerned with knowing that there is a sharp mind beind the resume.
2007-04-04 10:14:11 · answer #4 · answered by sloth15 2 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Slowly lose the mind, while developing patience. There are no jobs for minds, only bodies and parrots
It will be used in future college orientations, to encourage students to choose the Bachelor of Science degree over the Bachelor of Arts; here, this is what happens when you choose Philosophy. . .(orientation leader plays video of Kirlian photography, 40+ years of subject's mind energy, including final death scene, proving that philosophy will get you nowhere; sped up and watched in 20 minutes). Majors in economics and Business increase by 30%
2007-04-04 10:58:00 · answer #5 · answered by isis 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i am asking the same question.
i would love to major in philosophy but what kind of a job would i get?
i was talking with my father and he said ( i am debating between philosophy or a science/ math major)
"a major in science will get you a good job and a good pay, a major in philosophy will get you many interesting conversations"
so i said
"i like interesting conversations!"
i still don't know
hope you have better luck
2007-04-04 11:59:02 · answer #6 · answered by me 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
YOu have two choices...
1. Stay on Yahoo Answers looking for...well, answers. Or...
2. Go to Law school as Philosophy is a pre-law degree.
2007-04-04 10:12:12 · answer #7 · answered by psayre33 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
The study of Philosophy trains and disciplines your mind. It encourages a breadth of thinking - that really would be an asset in any field you choose to pursue.
2007-04-04 10:11:22 · answer #8 · answered by me 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They could be a special consultant for a major corporation that deals with human resources, etc. You could also work for a law firm to consult with lawyers regarding morality and the like for people. It's important that liberal arts have a place in the world like physical sciences.
2007-04-04 10:10:57 · answer #9 · answered by chrisser665 3 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Philosophizes
Writes book
Speaking In public
Runs for office in Politics
And the very popular option:
Goes do law school, and then practices law.
2007-04-04 14:02:41 · answer #10 · answered by hq3 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋