Interdisciplinary Studies: Capitalism Studies
Capitalism Studies is an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the history and present-day workings of the modern global economy. Capitalism Studies encourages students to gain a broad, well-rounded understanding of business, labor, government, and economics, by considering those subjects from multiple disciplines, across the social sciences and humanities.
Sample Occupations
- Business/Management
- Human Resources Diversity Specialist
- DEI Coordinator
- Workforce Manager
- Consultant
- Museum Educator
- Public Policy
- Faculty
- Attorney
- Human Rights Advocate
- Journalist
- Union Organizer
- Librarian
- Community Relations Mgr.
- Archivist
- Curator
- Historical Preservation Specialist
- Labor Relations Specialist
- Elected Official
- Lobbyist
- Researcher
- Demographic Analyst
- Community Engagement Director
Types of Employers
- Businesses
- Consulting Firms
- Government Agencies
- Non-Profit Organizations
- Museums & Historical Societies
- Universities & Education
- Political Organizations
- Research Institutions
Preparing for your career in
Business: Join a business-oriented student organization; do an internship in a corporation; take communications or business-related elective classes; gain leadership experience; hone initiative, attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills; consider starting in a management-trainee program; become proficient in computer and software use.
Nonprofits: Seek volunteer and internship positions in nonprofit organizations, learn how to write grants and understand budgeting and fiscal management, investigate service corps positions as a way to enter the field, gain leadership roles.
Law/Politics: Take courses in criminal justice or debate; join the pre-law society and take the LSAT to get into law school; shadow or intern in a courtroom, political campaign, public interest group, or law firm to gain experience and confirm your direction; participate in a debate, mock trial, or forensic team; build skills working with diverse populations; be prepared to begin a political career as a volunteer before moving to paid positions; take courses in statistics and public policy.
How do I know if its right for me?
ASSESS: Take a career assessment, such as PathwayU, to see how your interests, values, and personality fit with majors and careers.
RESEARCH: Research the careers on this WCIDWAMI and thousands of other careers using O*Net Online, The Occupational Outlook Handbook or FirstHand.
EXPLORE: Learn more about a career field of interest by job shadowing, attending a career panel, or participating in a Career Trek. Further your exploration while gaining valuable skills by completing an internship, co-op, volunteer, or research experience.