Explore undergraduate majors in the College of Education and Human Development
Business and marketing education
The business and marketing education undergraduate program
offers the choice of computer or sales and marketing emphasis
areas. Coursework for this bachelor of science (B.S.) program
includes computer training, business communication, management,
and marketing. The program prepares students to work as
educators in business settings, or to work in technical support
and administration positions.
The business and marketing education program can also prepare
students for careers in office systems, accounting, marketing,
sales, entrepreneurship, and international business. This
program also prepares students for the separate
master of education
(M.Ed.)/initial licensure program in business and marketing
education. Students completing the initial licensure program
are eligible for Minnesota teaching licensure in grades 5-12
business education.
How do I choose a major and career?
- The career cycle chart
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- Self-assessment
- Explore options
- Experience opportunities
- Goal setting
I need more information about this major. What should I do next?
- Visit the major’s Web page: undergraduate program in business and marketing education
- Attend an informational session
- Meet with a program adviser
- Is teaching the right career choice for me?
- What can I do with a degree in ...?
How do I apply to a CEHD major?
- Tips on writing your business and marketing education application essay
- Declaring a major in the College of Education and Human Development
How do I apply and transfer to other colleges at the U of M?
How do I gain relevant experience?
- Volunteering
- Service learning
- Internships
- Part-time and student employment
- International opportunities
- Research opportunities
- Student groups and leadership opportunities
- Application tools (résumé, cover letter, and interviewing resources)
For additional assistance with choosing majors and careers, applying to your major, and exploring experiential learning opportunities, stop by the Exploratory, Transition, and Career Services center (ETC Services) in Appleby Hall 127. Talk to a career counselor in the center or schedule an individual appointment by calling 612-625-3339.