Goodwin’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in General Studies provides you with a well-rounded academic background to help you get ahead in competitive job markets. With stackable credentials like minors and certificates, you can personalize your degree around your professional ambition and interests. General Studies degree jobs are diverse, rewarding and on trend with today’s global workplace.

What Can I Do With a General Studies Degree?

Students and alumni with a General Studies degree have been able to leverage their academic experience into promotions, new career opportunities and professional growth.

Joel Ruffin (pictured above) completed his BS in General Studies in 2003 and went on to earn a Master of Science in Information and Knowledge Strategy from Columbia University and a Master of Science in Cyber Security Management from New York University. Joel—who currently works as the Vice President of Engineering in Technology Management and Strategy, Goldman Sachs—has three decades of extensive experience in enterprise risk management, systems engineering, business resilience and leadership. Along with his many professional and academic accolades, Joel was named 2010 Big Brother of the Year for the state of New Jersey. He actively leads and participates in local and global initiatives that focus on community, youth and foster care empowerment.  

Wondering what jobs you can get with a BS in General Studies? Take a look at the roles and organizations connected to our network:

• Professional Digital Marketing Consultant, Self-employed
• Facilities Project Manager, Saint-Gobain
• VP, Manager of Business Analytics and Insights, TD Bank NA
• Internal Advisor Consultant, Hartford Funds
• Assistant University Registrar, Drexel University
• Rap Artist/Songwriter, Self-employed
• Paralegal, Parker, Hudson, Rainer & Dobbs
• Mortgage Consultant, PHH Mortgage
• Pharmaceutical Consultant, Merck
• Library Technology Specialist, Drexel University
• Program Assistant, NYC Mayor’s Office of Sustainability