3. Software Engineer $72,000 annually
Is the Job for Me?
Google Search, Mac OS and Angry Birds—all developed by creative, intelligent software engineers. If you are looking for a challenging job that gives you the freedom to create your dreams, studying to become a software engineer could lead you to one very comfortable lifestyle.
Who Would I Work For?
Sage Software, Yelp, IBM Corporation, Google
How Can I Get There?
BS in computer science software engineering and a background in mathematics. Those in the field will be expected to have a knowledge of programming languages such as Java and C++ and knowledge of operating systems such as Linux and Solaris.
2. Investment Banking Analyst $73,000 annually
Is the Job for Me?
Investment banking analysts advise financial corporations on making insightful investment decisions. When this kind of starting salary is in on the table, writing in spreadsheets all day just may be worth it.
Who Would I Work For?
Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, Barclays
How Can I Get There?
BS in business, accounting, or finance. Experience, such as an internship in investment banking, management consulting or mergers and acquisitions accounting will be necessary, as is advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
1. Systems Engineer $77,500 annually
Is the Job for Me?
DiplomaGuide.com says that systems engineers are “trained problem solvers with skills in a variety of disciplines,” and girl, this couldn’t be any truer. This degree can take you almost anywhere, from improving the efficiency of an assembly line in Japan to configuring a network system at your alma mater.
Who Would I Work For?
Barclays Capital, Facebook, Salesforce
How Can I Get There?
BS in hardware engineering, electrical engineering or computer engineering. Internships may involve assembling, testing and troubleshooting computer and technical systems.
Sources:
http://blogs.forbes.com/jennagoudreau/2011/06/01/best-entry-level-jobs/
http://www.cnbc.com/id/29408064/Highest_Paid_Bachelor_s_Degrees_2010
http://jobs.aol.com/articles/2011/01/25/high-paying-entry-level-jobs/
http://diplomaguide.com/index.html
http://www.is.umbc.edu/about_us/aboutIS.asp?ID=3
http://toc.web.cmu.edu/
http://www.uta.edu/ie/industrial_engineers.html
