Anthropology majors develop the following skills:
Analysis and Research: Gathering and organizing data, Deriving knowledge from artifacts, Applying non-intrusive methods, Computer modeling, Reaching new conclusions through comparative study, Utilizing statistical applications, Examining data or artifacts, Conducting field studies
Communication: Summarizing results, Writing clearly, Presenting/defending a position, Communicating across cultures/languages, Understanding language development
Interpersonal Relations: Interviewing, Understanding group dynamics, Observing human interactions, Working in another culture, Surveying and sampling, Identifying value systems, Recognizing cultural differences/similarities
Project Development: Planning long-term projects, Recruiting/coordinating research projects, Writing grant proposals, Evaluating, Maintaining records, Developing project designs
Depending on your desired career path, additional skills may need to be developed. Make an appointment with a career consultant to design your individual career development plan. |