Which Plus 1 Program Is Right For You?

Choosing the right Plus 1 program is the first step in your journey toward earning a combined bachelor's and master’s degree. Before you meet with a Plus 1 advisor for a consultation, here are some factors to consider as you figure out which program is right for you:

 

Accounting

Program and Career Interests

Determining the best ways to analyze and manage financial data following strict accounting guidelines. Ideal for those interested in taking the CPA certification exam.

 

Business Analytics

Program and Career Interests

Identifying and analyzing data patterns to help businesses tell their stories and make fact-based decisions. Typical jobs include working with business intelligence or data science teams.

 

Finance

Program and Career Interests

Managing the funds and assets of businesses by developing strategies using financial data.

 

Information Systems

Program and Career Interests

Using technology to manage business processes and influence leadership to make strategic, data-driven decisions. Typical jobs include working as a liaison between technical teams and company leadership.

 

Marketing Analytics

Program and Career Interests

Accessing and visualizing consumer data to help companies target consumers, set prices and improve their marketing. Typical jobs include working within a marketing team or as a liaison between marketing and IT teams.

 

Quantitative Finance

Program and Career Interests

Interpreting large amounts of financial data, assessing risk and creating the financial models that help companies make informed investment decisions.

 

Supply Chain Management

Program and Career Interests

Improving and managing the efficient flow of raw goods and inventory from the beginning to end phases of a supply chain using specialized tools and technology.

 

Management Studies

Program and Career Interests

Gaining foundational management knowledge and a broad range of business skills to accelerate your career trajectory and get you started in the business world.

Get Personalized Support

Before you begin the application process, email smithplus1@umd.edu to connect with a Plus 1 advisor and learn more about how to make Plus 1 work for you. 

A consultation will help you:

  • Discover which program best fits your academic background and career goals.
  • Learn more about the process.
  • Plan your next steps.
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