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presentation creation, strategic planning and social media management make up just a few of the things you’ll learn as a communications major. Careers can include positions in public relations, event/meeting planning, social media and human resources. 3. Human Resources Come see what “Sparta” is all about! Saint Joseph High School over 100 years of preparing students for college, life, and heaven SJHS is closer than you might think! Free and private transportation is available. Schedule your private campus tour anytime. Every company needs employees to hire and train other employees. A degree in human resources focuses on organization behavior, social psychology, employment and labor laws, and “Business 101.” Data integration is changing the field of human resources, so other technical skills are being added to the curriculum. Graduating with a degree in HR can land you a job working as a human resources manager, compensation/benefit analyst or labor relations specialist, to name a few. 4. Business Mark your calendar: FALL OPEN HOUSES for students in all grades with their families · Sunday, October 27: 12–2 pm · Wednesday, November 13: 5–7 pm Admissions Director Mrs. Shane Palumbo ’92 [email protected] (724) 226–4932 SaintJosephHS.com This degree integrates the skills of leadership, problem solving, economics and communications, making it a very marketable option for college students. Classes include finance, accounting, marketing, statistics, economics and human resources. This major is a great option for those who know they want to get into the business world. Careers can range from marketing or account management to financial analyst or sales manager. 5. Economics powered by ... SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING ARTS Plum Borough MATH Center Elementary Holiday Park Elementary Pivik Elementary Before School After School Kindergarten-Plus Register Online at www.ExtendedDay.com or call (412) 221-1980 22 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE ❘ icmags.com If the quote “There’s no such thing as a free lunch” resonates, a major in economics might be a good option. It is heavily focused on a combination of critical thinking and math and lays the groundwork for graduate studies in law, public policy, or international studies. Positions include actuary, lawyer, financial analyst and international business consultant. 6. Construction Management Buildings are constantly being constructed everywhere you look. A construction management professional ensures that projects are completed on time and on budget, and jobs can vary from commercial to residential buildings. A major in this field requires studying engineering and architecture, followed by hands-on construction experience. 7. Psychology A psychology major can expect to focus on human behavior, learning, emotion, mental disorders and personality. This degree can help graduates land jobs as therapists, counselors, or even teachers or lawyers, with continued education.