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UNDECIDED BUSINESS MAJOR: Undecided? you're not alone

The dilemma:

The dilemma: you have to decide what you want to do, but you have no idea what that is at the moment. 

The fact is, most first-time college student don't know which major to select or which career best suit them. Being undecided is completely normal. Don't get agitated for not being able to decide on a major...yet.  Don't worry too much, don't get too stressed, give yourself some slack.

But not too much slack. As mentioned before, don't get agitated for not being able to choose a major, however, this remains a concern that every college student must face.

Define a college major

A college major is a subject or field of study chosen by a student to represent his or her principal  interest and upon which a large share of his or her effort are concentrated(according to Dictionary.com). 

Create your own major

The key to choosing a major is to know your interests well. Have a picture of the career you can see yourself doing for the next 20 or more years. In some cases, the college might not offer a degree that meet all of your academic and professional interest. In that case, going beyond your university's traditional programs is necessary by creating your own major. Yes, you can create your own major. If you already knew, that's great. If you aren't quite aware, speaking to an advisor or counselor should be your first step.