Careers

Bachelor of Arts Careers
Thousands of Opportunities . . . One Degree

The opportunities for work using the abilities developed in a Bachelor of Arts degree are limited only by the imagination.

The B.A. degree develops skills that will help you get a job, keep it, and progress in your career:

  • Research
  • Problem Solving
  • Organization
  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Interpersonal

There are a myriad of careers available to a B.A. grad. Some of them include:

Museum work
Forensic science
Politics
Journalism/Media
Human resources
Public relations
Editing/publishing
Motivational speaking
Freelance writing
Management/administration

Government work
Advertising
Healthcare
Social services/Not-for-profit agencies
Translation
Consulting
Research services
Community development
Law enforcement/corrections
Social work

Many B.A. grads continue on to postgraduate work:

  • Masters/Ph.D in area of major/minor (to teach/research at a postsecondary institution)
  • Masters degrees for professions such as psychology/counseling, speech pathology, occupational therapy
  • Professional degrees such as medicine or law
  • Education
  • Business/Commerce

Current Job Postings

For help in researching careers and applying for jobs, contact RDC's Employment Services office at 403.314.2476.