Direct Paths to Business
Build skills in finance, analytics, or management to thrive in a startup, climb the ladder, or launch your own brand. Explore Direct Paths below, search Indirect Paths, or view the full Career Paths directory.
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M = Minor available, which is an optional specialization alongside your major
✦ = Accelerated program available
* = A career path that often requires extra schooling or certification beyond a Bachelor's degree (e.g., law, medicine, education)
Actuarial Science
Actuarial Science applies math, statistics, and probability to manage financial risk and economic uncertainty in finance and insurance sectors.
Career Paths: Consulting, data scientist*, financial analyst, health economics analyst, insurance actuary, pensions actuary, risk analyst, risk management actuary
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Business Administration
Business Administration provides the framework to navigate and lead in any industry.
Note: At UCR, Business Administration is a two-year upper-division major. After completing all requirements by the end of their second year, students apply to the Business Administration major in the School of Business. Choose from these concentrations: Accounting and Auditing, Finance, Information Systems, Management, Marketing, or Operations and Supply Chain Management.
Career Paths: Accountant, auditor, business analyst, entrepreneur, financial analyst, human resource coordinator, information systems specialist, investment banker, operations and supply chain manager, real estate professional*
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Business Analytics
Business Analytics uses data techniques to analyze business and forecast trends.
Career Paths: Business analyst, business intelligence specialist, finances analyst, insurance underwriter, investment banker, marketing analyst, operations analyst, private banker, product analyst, risk analyst, sales professional, supply chain analyst, trust manager
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Business Economics
Business Economics lays the groundwork in economic theory and statistical analysis.
Career Paths: Corporate finance associate, economist*, financial analyst, investment banking analyst, market research analyst, strategy analyst
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Computer Science with Applications
Computer Science with Applications combines computing and business to create tech solutions for finance and startups.
Option: Choose from Business, Health, and Psychology tracks.
Career Paths: Business analyst, business intelligence analyst, cybersecurity analyst, data scientist, digital marketing analyst, machine learning engineer, product manager, research scientist*, software engineer, systems analyst, UX/UI designer
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Economics (M)
Economics drives insights in business, finance, and policy.
Career Paths: Asset manager, branch manager, business economist, commercial banker, consumer banker, e-commerce professional, environmental economist, international economist, labor economist, lender, macro economist, micro economist, operations manager, retail banker, risk manager, teacher/professor*, trainer
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Economics/Administrative Studies
Economics/Administrative Studies prepares leaders in business strategy, financial management, and organizational decision-making across public and private sectors.
Career Paths: Budget analyst, business strategist, financial consultant*, operations manager*, policy and planning analyst*
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Pre-Business
Pre-Business provides the foundation for careers in accounting, entrepreneurship, finance, management, and marketing.
Note: At UCR, Business Administration is a two-year upper-division major. After completing two years of preparatory coursework, students apply to the Business Administration major in the School of Business.
Career Paths: Accountant, auditor, business analyst, entrepreneur, financial analyst, information systems specialist, investment banker, manager, marketer, operations and supply chain manager, real estate professional*
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Statistics (M ✦)
Statistics solves challenges in business, finance, and industry.
Career Paths: Biomedical researcher, census researcher, clinical trial analyst, consumer credit analyst, corporate analyst, ecology researcher, forestry researcher, government regulation researcher, law researcher, national defense researcher, public health researcher, risk assessment researcher, sports statistician, traffic manager
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Indirect Paths to Business
While some of these majors aren’t direct business programs, they could be paired with a double major, minor, or internship to shape your career path. An academic advisor can help you create a plan that aligns with your goals. If you’re looking for something different, visit Career Paths for more possibilities.
Key
M = Minor available, which is an optional specialization alongside your major
✦ = Accelerated program available
* = A career path that often requires extra schooling or certification beyond a Bachelor's degree (e.g., law, medicine, education)
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Bioengineering (✦)
Bioengineering (✦)
Bioengineering drives innovation in biotech, product development, and healthcare.
Option: Choose a 4-year Bachelor's degree or get your Bachelor's and Master's degrees through a 5-year plan of study.
Career Paths: Biomedical engineer*, biotech product manager, biotech sales engineer, biomanufacturing specialist, clinical engineer, clinical trials coordinator, field application scientist, medical device engineer, quality assurance engineer, regulatory affairs professional*, research scientist*
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Data Science (Engineering Track)
Data Science (Engineering Track)
Data Science (Engineering Track) solves complex, data-driven problems in business, finance, and technology sectors.
Option: UCR also offers Data Science (Science Track).
Career Paths: AI specialist, business/data consultant, business intelligence engineer, data analyst, data engineer, data scientist, financial analyst*, machine learning engineer, marketing data analyst, operations research analyst, quantitative analyst, research scientist*, risk analyst, software engineer
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Education, Society, and Human Development (✦)
Education, Society, and Human Development (✦)
Education, Society, and Human Development builds analytical, strategic, and leadership skills.
Options: Choose the 4-year Bachelor's degree or the 4-year accelerated program to earn both a Bachelor's degree and a Teaching Credential (the state-issued license required to teach in public schools). Once admitted, customize your major with one of two concentrations:
- Education for Social Justice Concentration
- Learning and Behavioral Studies Concentration
Career Paths: Account manager, actuary*, business analyst, chief executive officer, compliance officer, data analyst, financial analyst, investment banker*, marketing manager, product manager, project manager, public relations manager, real estate developer, risk manager, sales manager, supply chain manager
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Genetics and Molecular Biotechnology
Genetics and Molecular Biotechnology
Genetics and Molecular Biotechnology combines science with business opportunities in biotech entrepreneurship, biotechnology, healthcare innovation, and pharmaceuticals.
Career Paths: Biotech startup founder*, biotechnology sales representative, healthcare innovation consultant*, pharmaceutical product manager, scientific business developer
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Global Studies (M)
Global Studies (M)
Global Studies leads to careers in international business, trade, and global markets.
Career Paths: Consultant, diplomat*, healthcare administrator*, international business manager, investigative journalist, manufacturer, marketing manager, peacekeeping professional, property manager, public-private partnerships professional, travel and tourism manager
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Languages and Literatures
Languages and Literatures
Languages and Literatures enhances business skills and opens doors to global markets and companies.
Choose from: Chinese (M), Classical Studies (M), Comparative Ancient Civilizations, Comparative Literature, French (M), Germanic Studies (M), Japanese (M), Languages, Russian Studies (M)
Career Paths: Corporate trainer, customer relations manager, export/import manager, human resources professional, international business specialist, market research analyst, multilingual marketer, sales representative, supply chain manager
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Mathematics (M)
Mathematics (M)
Mathematics applies quantitative thinking to solve real-world challenges in finance, data analysis, and operations.
Career Paths: Budget analyst, business analyst, business intelligence analyst, data analyst, data scientist, economist*, financial analyst, financial planner*, insurance underwriter, investment analyst, market research analyst, operations analyst, quantitative analyst, risk analyst, sales analyst, statistician*
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Media and Cultural Studies (M)
Media and Cultural Studies (M)
Media and Cultural Studies benefits careers in branding, advertising, communications, and digital marketing.
Career Paths: Brand strategist, digital marketing analyst, digital media manager, market research analyst, marketing director*, public relations manager, social media manager, strategic communications consultant*, UX researcher
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Psychology (M)
Psychology (M)
Psychology applies human behavior insights to management, marketing, and consulting.
Career Paths: Consumer behavior analyst, career counselor*, human resources professional, industrial-organizational psychologist*, market research analyst, training and development manager*, UX researcher
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Public Policy (M ✦)
Public Policy (M ✦)
Public Policy builds research and strategy skills for consulting and management careers.
Option: Choose a 4-year Bachelor's degree or get your Bachelor's and Master's degrees through a 5-year plan of study.
Career Paths: Budget analyst, campaign strategist, city planner*, community outreach coordinator, data analyst, government affairs professional, legislative analyst, nonprofit manager*, policy analyst, program evaluator, public administrator*, urban policy specialist*
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Sociology/Administrative Studies
Sociology/Administrative Studies
Sociology/Administrative Studies applies to careers in business management, consulting, and corporate communication.
Career Paths: Human resources manager*, management consultant, organizational development expert, public relations specialist, recruiter, social research analyst, training manager
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