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MajorsYanhua Chen, Lane Czura, Tommy Kinzer, and Joe Tortora
Mystery MajorWake Forest Medical School
Florida State University
Crider
GenomOncology
Baylor Scott & White Hospital
NC State Veterinary Medcine
Johns Hopkins University
Medical Student
Marine Conservation Intern
Market Research Analyst
Business Analyst
Clinical Research Analyst
Graduate Student
Graduate Student
Winston Salem, NC
Tallahassee, FL
Stillmore, GA
Cleveland, OH
Dallas, TX
Raleigh, NC
Baltimore, MD
● The study of all living organisms, including microbes, plants, and animals.
● The study of biology includes various aspects of life.
● The basic organization of molecular, cellular, tissues, and organisms of living things.
● How organisms function in their natural environment.
● Development and purpose of biotechnology.
● Biology graduates are broadly trained and well prepared for admission into strong graduate programs in the biological sciences and professional schools (medical, dental, and veterinary).
● May also directly assume positions in government, education, industry, or certain technical fields.
Explore
● Organizing ideas/information● Applying scientific concepts to problems● Making projections from data● Ability to make critical observations and appropriate
decisions● Ability to operate scientific equipment● Ability to organize and maintain accurate records● Good vision and manual dexterity● Ability to conduct and clearly explain scientific research● Strong mathematical background● Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and memorizing ● Sensitivity to the health and safety of others.
Skills
BiochemistBioinformaticistBlood Bank TechnologistClinical PathologistCrime Lab AnalystCytotechnologistDentistDieticianEducatorEnvironmental SpecialistField Study CoordinatorFood and Drug InspectorGenetic CounselorHealth Program AssistantHemotherapistHistologistLab TechnicianLegal AssistantMedical Equipment SalesMedical InvestigatorMedical Librarian
CareersMedical WriterMicrobiologistOptometristParasitologistPharmaceutical Sales RepresentativePhysical TherapistPhysicianPhysician’s AssistantPublic Health SpecialistQuality Control SpecialistToxicologist
David Suzuki: Geneticist
Drew Pinsky: Television Producer
Cat Cora: Television Chef
Famous People
When I typed in Biology into the Wake Forest Career Connectors group on LinkedIn there was 500+ people who majored in Biology.
After learning more about the major I drafted I am more interested in the major because learned more facts about the major and all the endless possibilities that the Biology major offers when searching for a Career.
Interest Level
Mystery MajorWashington DC
Washington DC
Winston-Salem, NC
Boston, MA
Boston, MA
Boston, MA
Charlotte, NC
Winston-Salem, NC
Charlotte, NC
Raleigh,NC
Ernst and Young
Navigant Consulting
WFU School of Business
Towers Watson
Oracle Direct
Accenture
Ernst & Young
Sunrise Technologies
Bank of America Merrill Lynch
NCSU
Analyst
Consultant
Graduate Student
Actuarial Analyst
Sales Representative
Analytics Practitioner
Analyst
Business Advisor
Junior Consultant
Analyst
● The interaction of math and and business
● The fundamentals of computer science and upper level math classes
● The fundamentals of finance, accounting, and BEM classes
● How people use statistical data to make decisions in the business world
● The purpose of statistical and mathematical analysis in a high tech, competitive business environment
● Mathematical Business graduates are broadly trained and well prepared for selection into strong and high paying programs out of college at banks or other top companies
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● Analytical reasoning● Communication● Interpersonal skills● Ability to make critical observations and appropriate
decisions● Reading graphs and financial charts● Quick thinking ● Conceptual ability● Group cohesion● Presentation ability/ public speaking● Understanding computer technologies● Detail oriented
Skills
Actuarial Sciences
Financial Analyst
Business Consultant
Transactional Service Representative
Video Coordinator
Graduate School for math or finance
Financial management program
Sales Representative
Analytics Practitioner Analyst
Business Advisor
Careers
Story Musgrave: astronaut
James Goodnight: SAS CEO
Charles Simonyi: programmer
Famous People
The total number of alumni that studied mathematical business is not listed but around 2,500 alumni work in finance.
This major sets you up for any career you want in finance/ technology consulting. I would have been more interested but I do not think I could take all of the math courses required.
Interest
Mystery Major
Employer name Job title Location
KIPP DC Team Teacher Washington, DC
Rose's Academy Teacher Tallahassee, FL
Floral Street Elementary School
Teacher Shrewsbury, MA
Endeavor Charter School Kindergarten Teacher Wake Forest, NC
Lesley University Graduate Student Boston, MA
● To be better-educated, better-prepared teachers.
● In order to help children learn and grow and to make a contribution to society.
● In order to have a sense of commitment to the community or the nation, an intellectual fascination with a particular discipline such as math or history, or that they have been inspired by one of their own teachers.
● In order to have a deep commitment to having a positive impact on the lives of children.
● Can make a difference in the world, and the challenges and rewards for educators have never been greater.
Explore Major
● What skills are developed within this major?
● Skills developed within this major include: Patience; Organizational skills; Ability to think on your feet; Motivational skills; Comfortable in a group setting; Public speaking skills; Supervising and directing; Creativity; Evaluating and interpreting the work of students; Dependable; and ability to work with little supervision.
Skills
● Academic Teacher
● Athletic Coach
● Child Life Specialist
● Educational Materials Coordinator
● Executive Trainer
● Grant Writer
● Principal
● Professor
● Religious Education Coordinator
● School Administrator
● School Counselor
● School Media Specialist
Careers
Interesting Facts
Use the field of study to search, I found there are 608 LinkedIn connections studied Education in Wake Forest University.
LinkedIn groups/connections
After learning more about this major I drafted, I have less interested in this major because when I know more about this major, I don’t find anything make me excited or want to do in the future.
Interesting Level
Mystery MajorEmployer Position Title Location
A-Bar-A Ranch Summer Staff Encampment, WY
Barclays Capital Investment Banking Analyst Houston, TX
Finard Properties Real Estate Broker Boston, MA
Navigant Consulting Consultant Washington DC
PGA Professional Golfer TBD
Red Ventures Marketing Analyst Charlotte, NC
Scholastic English School Teacher Shanghai, China
University of Richmond Assistant Women's Golf Coach Richmond, VA
Vail Resorts Ski Guide Vail, CO
● Provides an understanding of financial decisions made by corporations and how capital markets work
● Value cash flows and assets, analyze the financial performance of firms, determine strategies to enhance the value of the firm, analyze portfolios, value financial securities, and understand domestic and international capital markets.
● Prepares students for careers in corporate finance and financial services. Financial services includes portfolio management, investment banking and commercial banking, and financial consulting.
● Emphasizes an in-depth concentration in finance, supported by applied statistics and accounting beyond the introductory level, which is critical in a global environment. The Finance major is also one of the gateway majors to the one-year Master of Science in Accountancy degree.
● Integration of financial economics, accounting and applied statistics to provide students a framework with which to understand a complex financial landscape.
Explore
● Communication (oral and written)
● Analytical skills; Data analysis
● Technical skills
● Financial modeling
● Accuracy
● Interpersonal skills
● Decision-making
● Critical thinking
● Quantitative and qualitative skills.
Skills
● Investment Banking
● Sales and Trading
● Wealth Management
● Consulting
● Private Equity
● Underwriting
● Insurance
● Real Estate
● Hedge Funds
● Professor
● Government
● Financial Advisor
Careers
The total number of alumni that studied finance is not listed but around 2,500 alumni work in finance.
● Low
Level of Interest
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