What can I do with a B.S. in Business Management?

[ravkes]

I'm going to graduate in a year with a B.S. in Business Management and a certificate in Entrepreneurship.

I'm not really partial to any jobs and my interests don't really lie anywhere specific. I'm open to whatever.

That being said basically I just want a job with decent pay and benefits.

I do have experience working jobs in; sales, technical recruiting, non-profit work, teaching and inventory management.

Any ideas about what I could use my degree for after I graduate? Any jobs that I could apply for which would give me ~45K starting?

Thanks!

[CleeIB]

Business skills are useful across the board, so your background looks good! It helps to develop interests and passions, as employers like that. A passionate employee is a committed employee.

If in doubt, speak to your school's career counselor, or to others in your school. Check out job fairs and online job listings. All this information can help you get a better idea of what's out there. Good luck!

[CandidCareerAdvisor]

Hi ravkes, my advice is to stop looking for a job and start looking for a career. If you really don't have any interests or hobbies, look for a career that will put use to your best personality attributes: do you like meeting new people? look for jobs in sales, marketing or customer service; jobs that will get you out there in the world. If you're more of an introvert, look for a career in accounting or financial modeling. Take the time to really ask yourself what you want to contribute to this world, and what you really enjoy...there's a career out there for everyone, and a Business Degree can get you in the front door in most industries.

If you're looking for a website that helps people get from college to career, check out http://www.smashthecurve.com

They have some great job interview tips that help you define your interests, as well as candid advice on succeeding in your first job. Good luck!

- James
The Candid Career Counselor

[AndrewLad.com]

Hi Ravkes,

If you have sales and some technical recruitment experience, why don't you look at a longer-term career in recruitment?

It's very realistic that you can earn c.£40-50k in your first year in the London area and second year earnings could be £60k+ provided you are good at it.

The beauty of recruitment is that you can work pretty much anywhere in the world after you have a couple of years experience. Companies will always be willing to sponsor you, as it's so difficult to find good Recruitment Consultants. If you have a good billing record (e.g. £200-250k per year revenue) or more, then the world is your oyster if you want to live and work abroad.

Good luck!

Andrew @ AndrewLad.com