Career FAQs

1) I want to go to law school. Who can help me prepare for that goal?

Dr. Archibald Laud-Hammond is the pre-law fraternity advisor for the Department of Social Sciences. 

2) I am preparing to take the Texas Teacher Certification examination in History or Social Sciences. can the Department provide help with preparation for this test?

Dr. Duffy is the Social Sciences Department Coordinator for this program and can be reached at 956-326-2632. Workshops and tutorial sessions are organized prior to each Teacher Certification Examination.

3) What career opportunities do I have after completing a Master of Arts in History?

Upon completion of the program, a graduate will be able to pursue a career in government service, archival areas, policy making, politics or journalism, to name a few. In addition to the disciplines named above, a graduate will be able to further their interest by pursuing a Doctorate degree in History. Log on to the following website for additional career opportunities: www.historians.org

4) What are the career opportunities for someone with a Master Degree in Political Science?

Opportunities afforded to an individual with a Master degree in Political Science include but are not limited to, careers in political science, the private sector, legal practice and education; on both an instruction and administration level, among other interesting career experiences. In addition, a growing number of international employment opportunities have surfaced as a result of social and economic problems around the world. Log on and visit www.apsanet .org for more career opportunities.

5) I am interested in obtaining a degree in Latin American Studies but want to know what my career opportunities are after graduation?

By obtaining a degree in Latin American Studies a whole new world is opened. Students who obtain this degree are provided with a solid foundation of language skills and regional expertise for a wide variety of careers in business, government and public service related to Latin America. For more information on what is available to you today, please click on any of the following links: Hobsons ; ENLACE ; Teaching English Abroad ; Eldis ; LatPro

6) Upon completion of my Master Degree in Public Administration, what can I do?

Graduates of the Public Administration discipline can venture into a number of different career opportunities. The program itself is designed to provide professional education for individuals seeking to lead and manage public, private or non-profit sector organizations. In addition, the training students receive in this program enable them to play a vital role in the economic and social development of this region, state and nation. Log on to the following link for additional information on career opportunities: www.aspanet.org

7) My degree plan is not mentioned in any of the above questions. What career opportunities can I expect to experience?

While it would be wonderful to outline each of the incredible opportunities posed by any of our degree plans, it is recommended that you utilize the job placement office, also known as Career Services. They are located in the Student Center, room 114.