Undergrduate Math Degree ?

Question

Hi,
I am currently pursuing Undergrad Math degree from Canadian University....after geting Math Undergrad my plan is stay another year and get second degree in Economics.

Is this a good combination ...some people say you cannot get job with only Bachellors...is this true ?

Without going to grad school I cannot get a decent job with double Major ???

Thanks in advanvce!!!

Answer 1

It depends what type of job you want. I'm graduating in a few weeks with an undergraduate math degree (and an economics minor, but that's irrelevant because I didn't know I was getting it while I was applying for jobs!) and I have an awesome fulltime job in finance lined up to begin shortly after I graduate.

It's definitely possible to get a job without further education, but it's also true that there are certain jobs that won't be open to you without more education.

As far as getting a second degree (another undergrad degree?), that probably won't help you getting jobs that require a higher level of education, but it might help with certain jobs for which ideal candidates have that sort of training.

Answer 2

for a sundaygentleman it does not matter what degree/qualification he has.
for an average hrd assistant who filters your CV looking for stock phrases, your degree has same value as a color,for a blind person.
the fact remains if you plan to exploit your intelligence (not necessarily the degree) any knowledge / source (institutional / intutional / ) should be welcomed.
entry level job should only be a thin edge of the wedge for a greater end.may be i should have said "stooping to conquer".

Answer 3

It is a great combination. Higher level economics is just mathematics. I wouldn't bother getting another BS though -- why not take that year to get an MA in economics?

Answer 4

as well to banking, also evaluate actuarial companies (coverage). They love math majors, and are continually in choose of them. also look at consulting companies for economic and fiscal modelling.