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	Majors
	Assisting OSU-Marion students and alumni discover meaningful employment

Choosing a major is not the same as choosing a career. It is, however, a vital part of your career development process. If you are undecided about your major or have doubts about the major you've declared, Career Services can help you to consider your major selection as part of your overall career plan. Learn to identify your interests, skills, and work values and relate this information to future work functions. Become aware of career information resources and job market projections so you can make an informed decision about your future.

Career Development Process
- A clear-cut description as to how to use the college experience in conjunction with career planning.
Ohio State University Majors and Holland's Typology
- Use your Holland Code to explore majors and careers that match your interests.
Step 1 - Determine your Holland Code by completing the Self Directed Search offered at Career Services (call (740) 725-6344 for an appointment).
Step 2 - Use your Holland code to match it with OSU majors.
OSU Majors (Marion and Columbus)
FOCUS
- A computerized assessment program that guides you though a series of questions to help you make an informed decision.
The Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator (MBTI)
- A fascinating an incredibility acute assessment that shows you careers of others like yourself who feel connected to their careers.  Available at Career Services.
Career Exploration Inventory
- A paper-pencil assessment designed to help you explore and plan three major area in your life - your work, leisure activities, and your education. It is fast and easy yet very thorough. Available at Career Services.
College Major Preference Profile
- A four-page paper-pencil assessment to show you majors that match your interests. Available at Career Services.
Major Card Sort
- An effective method to determine which majors to seriously consider.
My Majors.com
- A website with an assessment questionnaire to help you decided which major might fit you best.
What Can I Do With a Major in _____ ?
- A great site to check out career opportunities by academic major.
Major and Career Profiles
- Extensive list of majors and careers with detailed information to help you decide.
Strategies for Making A Wise Major Choice
- A short article providing a simple yet effective procedure for deciding which major would be best for you.
Learning Styles Inventory
- An on-line assessment to help you determine your preferred learning style and how to use it successfully while in your major.