What major should I chose to get into social entrepreneurship?
I am considering my options on what major I should chose. I am currently about to enter a community college, aiming at getting my AA then transferring to a four year college, then graduate school.
During high school I privately studied philosophy, sociology, psychology, business entrepreneurship and economics. Overall my interest was analyzing the individual, society, and ultimately how they could better be joined. I always tried to stimulate my classes by encouraging them to give their input on various social issues and individual choices.
Currently, which obviously will probably change as I mature, I have no intention of holding a selected career for extended periods of time. I want to be a social entrepreneur at its very core, by impacting change through entrepreneurial methods. College is to enhance my skills and life as a whole, not for the benefit of some company or as security so I can work forty years before retiring. I want to have the flexibility to pursue my own interests, which may be with non-profits, NGOs, companies, etc.
I’m not as interested in race issues and poverty in America as many Sociology students seem to be. I do not want to have to take a majority of classes that don’t relate to what I want to do. I am more interested in globalization, economics of foreign countries (or local not sure yet), politics, etc. If anyone has read The Drifters by James A. Michener, the narrator (forgot the name) is exactly the type of thing I would love to do.
So I was thinking Sociology with a minor in Economics might be good, or vice verse. Although majoring in Economics in my opinion would get tedious very quickly. I love Philosophy but I do not see it as a wise career path so I will have to continue studying it on my own.
Any input would be greatly appreciated.
Also I realize that to get into a position where you actually make the slightest of difference takes time and dedication. I’m asking how I can get my foot into the door of social change. I just don’t want to chose a degree where ten years down the road I regret it because I found that I’m not really qualified to work with certain organizations, businesses etc.
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I am a HS teacher (Masters in Ed.) and you are quite remarkable.
I think you are on the right track with your major and minor for the goals you have.
You can make social change in a great number of ways… you still have at least 4 years of college ahead so leave the doors open to what exactly you will do – you and the circumstances in society and jobs will change during that time.
Yes, stay away from philosophy as a career intention because it really doesn’t afford a lot of chances for good pay.
If you have econ., global technology, communications and social science studies accomplished then many interesting opportunities should come.
And don’t be afraid to start at the bottom if you need to ( I don’t think you’ll be there long).
You have a great future, don’t get distracted, and enjoy your successes and accomplishments.