Career Opportunities with a Major in African American Studies
Many jobs require a college educated individual. College graduates can use their education in a wide variety of occupations.
Agencies and organizations in the public and private sectors need staff capable of working with individuals of all backgrounds; therefore, a major in African American Studies greatly enhances an applicant's ability to meet position qualifications. Many students enter the teaching field and/or pursue graduate degrees. All students are encouraged to consider a double major which combines African American Studies with another academic discipline, such as sociology or psychology, to ensure their knowledge, skills, and special insights are exceptionally marketable.
SKILLS RELATED TO AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES
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Ability to read and write articulately and analytically
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Proficient in interpersonal communication
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Thorough knowledge of community resources
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Ability to interact effectively with people of different backgrounds in various situations
The following list is a representative sample of job titles for individuals with an African American Studies major. The list represents some, but certainly not all, careers which African American Studies majors may consider.
Some of these jobs also require education beyond a bachelor's degree.
| Affirmative Action Officer | Artist | Attorney |
| Brand Manager | College Professor | Community Liaison |
| Counselor | Credit Manager | Criminologist |
| Cultural Anthropologist | Education Administrator | Employment Counselor |
| Equal Employment Opportunity | Employment Counselor | Fashion Marketer |
| Government Relations Officer | Grant Writer | Health Services Admininstrator |
| Historian | Human Resources Manager | Human Rights Worker |
| Insurance Examiner | Journalist | Librarian |
| Market Researcher | Minister | Museum Curator |
| Nutritionist | Nurse | Ombudsman |
| Physician | Personal Trainer | Police Officer |
| Politician | Psychologist | Public Relations Worker |
| Real Estate Agent | Social and Human Service Assistant | Social Change Agent |
| Sociologist | Social Worker | Social Scientist |
| Sports Manager | Teacher | Training and Develolment Specialist |
| Victim Advocate | Urban Planner | Writer |
EMPLOYERS IN AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES
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Colleges/Universities
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Consulting Firms
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Federal/State/Local Agencies
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Publishing Companies
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Research Firms
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Social Service Agencies
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Urban Planning Agencies
WEB SITES RELATED TO AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS IN THIS FIELD
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American Anthropological Association
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American Sociological Association
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NAACP Online
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The National Urban League
The above information is collected from alumni surveys of numerous colleges, professional associations, and multiple print and online resources.

