What Can I Do With a Major In Consumer Economics?
UGA Specific Information for Consumer Economics
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This program prepares students to make positive contributions to consumer and family well-being through policy, education, program evaluation, and product innovation in a dynamic, data-driven, technologically advanced, and globally focused world. Graduates of the program are prepared for a diverse range of careers as well as graduate study. Students often find internships and careers in diverse sectors, including financial services, business, marketing, management, education, public administration, and consumer and family advocacy. Visit the Department of Financial Planning, Housing and Consumer Economics website for more information. Source: https://bulletin.uga.edu/MajorsGeneral?MajorId=48 |
Class of 2024 Career Outcomes for Consumer Economics*
** Includes Self-Employed
Campus Resources
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Connect with Your Career Consultant
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Stop by Career Center Drop-In Hours
- UGA FHCE Department - Consumer Economics
CAMPUS STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
- Student Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
- To find additional clubs and organizations, go to the Involvement Network
Additional UGA Career Center Recommendations
- FACS Legislative Aide Leadership Fellows Program
- ASPIRE Clinic Internship
- Applied Consumer Analytics Emphasis
- Pre-Law Advising Office
- VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)
Additional Career Research Resources
O*NET Online – The O*NET database includes information on skills, abilities, knowledge, work activities, and interests associated with over 900 occupations.
My Next Move – An interactive tool for students and job seekers to learn more about their career options.
Occupational Outlook Handbook – The OOH is a career resource offering information on the hundreds of occupations that provide most of jobs in the United States.
Vault – Vault.com provides in-depth intelligence on what it’s really like to work in an industry, company, or profession – and how to position yourself to land that job.
Candid Career – This resource provides you with access to thousands of informational video interviews with real professionals through an easy-to-use website.
UGA Mentor Program – Connect with a mentor (alumni, faculty, staff) to research and explore industries and careers. Research industries and careers by connecting with a mentor for a quick chat or formal 16-week mentorship through the UGA Mentor Program.
Interstride - Interstride is an interactive tool for both international and domestic students to enhance their international experience and employment potential. The platform consists of job-listings, hiring trends, employer information, self-assessments, and up-to-date immigration guidance.
Glassdoor - Glassdoor is a free jobs and career community that offers an inside look at jobs and companies through "employee generated content" – anonymous salaries, company reviews, interview questions, and more – all posted by employees and job seekers.
Steppingblocks - Research your future career with real-world stats about your major, your interests, and your dream job title with career and education searches designed to find your best path based on millions of others. It’s data-powered career exploration for doers like you.
Employment Websites
General
- Handshake (scroll down to the bottom of the page; login with your UGA MyID and password)
- LinkedIn (this popular networking site also has a job board!)
- Idealist (non-profit jobs)
- USAJobs (federal jobs)
Major/Career Specific
Professional Associations/Resources
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS - American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences • American Council on Consumer Interests • Society of Consumer Affairs Professionals in Business • Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management
COMPANY & SALARY RESEARCH - Career Bliss • GlassDoor • Salary.com
LINKEDIN- Join LinkedIn groups that are relevant to your career interests. To search, select "groups" & type in your keywords. Review the groups that professionals in your field of interest have joined & consider joining those as well. To login, visit the LinkedIn main page.
Employers/Position Titles Reported by Class of 2024 Consumer Economics Majors
The information below represents employers and position titles from the Class of 2024 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.
| Employer | Position Title(s) |
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| Asset Living | Leasing Professional | BankSouth | Universal Banker | CIO Professional Network | Member Services Associate | Cowan Supply | Sales and Leadership Development Program | Enchem America | Accounting Associate | Greg Bonner | Operations Project Manager | Greg Bonner | Operations Project Manager | Johnson & Johnson | Associate Marketing Representative | Pak Lite Inc. | Administration Assistant | Rockefeller Capital Management | Position Not Specified | SPG Planners + Engineers | Field Technician | The Home Depot | Merchandise Planner Analyst | United States Department of Health and Human Services | Analyst | University of Georgia | Lead Orderly at Veterinary Teaching Hospital | Veeam Software | Customer Success Emerging Representative |
Graduate/Professional Schools Attended by Class of 2024 Consumer Economics Majors
The information below represents graduate/professional schools and programs reported through the Class of 2024 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.
| Graduate School | Program(s) |
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| University of Georgia | Finan Plan Hous and Cons Econ, MS | University of Georgia | Finan Plan Hous and Cons Econ, MS | University of Georgia | Marketing Research, MMR |