Business, Cooperatives, and Human Resources

Select any of the following concentrations:

• Inequality and Social Change
• Global Sociology
• Deviance, Crime and Social Control
• Childhood and Youth

Take the following classes:

• SOCI 312 - Qualitative Research Methods
• SOCI 313 - Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences
• SOCI 352 - Social Problems and Solutions
• SOCI 391 - Big Data, Technology, and Society
• SOCI 405 - Analysis of Social Data
• SOCI 410 - Social Surveys and Attitude and Opinion Measurements
• SOCI 431 - Survey Research
• SOCI 485 - RS: Sociological Analysis and Practice
• SOCI 499 - Independent Research in Sociology

For this career pathway, there are many relevant minors from diverse disciplines:

• Seek leadership roles on campus; through opportunities such as Resident Assistant, Community Assistant, Patriot Leader, or other positions through University Life.
• Gain relevant experience through part-time jobs, summer work, and internships. Check out:
  • Human Resources Job Resources
  • Marketing, Advertising and PR Job Resources
  • Search for jobs or internships through Handshake
• Learn to use software for applications such as spreadsheets, databases, and presentations (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Canva, etc.)
• Become familiar with Human Capital Management Software (e.g. FOCUS-HCM, NeoGov) and Job Description Management Software (JDMS).
• Hone written and oral communication skills; seek out writing intensive courses.
• Be willing to start in a management-trainee program or other entry-level positions.
• Talk with professionals working in areas of interest and build a network of contacts.