You might like this major if you're interested in fields like advertising, market research, public relations, management, or government. A consumer studies degree provides a core professional curriculum of business and consumer courses and opportunities for hands-on learning.
Consumer studies majors are passionate about educating the public or working on behalf of consumers to ensure safety and greater well-being. Having the skills to think critically, analyze problems, innovate solutions, and work collaboratively prepares our graduates for jobs. With internship experience and lots of opportunities to study independently or abroad, our students have a headstart on the competition when they graduate.
Some organizations hiring recent graduates include:
- American Red Cross
- Consumer Federation of America
- Consumer Product Safety Commission
- Consumers Union
- Cooperative Extension
- Society of Consumer Affairs Professionals International
- Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
- Enterprise Cars
- Ryan Homes
- Sherwin Williams
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