Multidisciplinary Studies
About the Major
The Multidisciplinary Studies (MdS) major lets you tailor your education to meet your unique academic interests and career aspirations, allowing you to access courses from over 100 disciplines.
MdS graduates work in a wide variety of settings, including business, nonprofit, education, and government. Regardless of your specific degree plan, MdS curriculum helps you to develop your creativity, self-motivation, ability to synthesize knowledge, and communication skills.
Career Outcomes
Where do students work after graduation?
Where do students work after graduation?
| Job Title | Employer |
|---|---|
| Accessibility Consultant | U.S. Bank |
| Client Strategy/Engagement Lead | Horizontal Digital |
| Clinical Applications Trainer | Prexium |
| Compliance Officer | United Health Group |
| Director of Technical Services | U Care |
| Finance Professional 4 | University of Minnesota |
| HR Business Partner | NACS Inc. |
| Information Technology Project Manager | SMSC |
| Lab Supervisor | Pace Analytical |
| Office Assistant | Grand Properties |
| Plant Manager | SporoBio |
| Principal Engineer | Target |
| Program Support Specialist | Department of Veteran Affairs |
| Special Education Assistant | Minneapolis Public Schools |
| Special Education Teacher | Performing Institute of Minnesota Arts High School |
| Training Coordinator | Medtronic |
Where do students continue education after graduation?
Where do students continue education after graduation?
| Program | School |
|---|---|
| Business Administration | University of Minnesota |
| Horticulture | University of Minnesota |
| Special Education | University of Minnesota |
| Special Education | University of St. Thomas |
| Supply Chain Management | University of Minnesota |
| Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages | Hamline University |
| Veterinary Medicine | University of Minnesota |
Where are alumni 5 years after graduation?
Where are alumni 5 years after graduation?
| Job Title | Employer |
|---|---|
| Co-founder | Wrangle |
| Global Demand Planner | Medtronic |
| New England Regional Manager | OrthoFX |
| Principal | Aviso Global |
| Production Manager | Daikin Applied Americas |
| Prosci-certified Advanced Instructor | Prosci |
| Senior Accessibility Engineer | TPGi |
| Senior Engineering Program Manager | Medtronic |
| Senior Quality Specialist | Medtronic |
| Special Education Assistant | Minneapolis Public Schools |
| Special Education Teacher | Performing Institute of MN Arts High School |
Where are alumni 10 years after graduation?
Where are alumni 10 years after graduation?
| Job Title | Employer |
|---|---|
| Assistant VP - Product Manager | U.S. Bank |
| Bee Atlas Research Project Coordinator | University of Minnesota |
| Biostatistician | UPMC Hillman Cancer Center |
| Chief Talent Officer | MyPerfectHire.com |
| Commercial Claims Manager | Nationwide |
| Communications Content Strategist | CSJ St. Paul |
| Elementary School Teacher | Christ Lutheran School |
| Enterprise Account Manager | Insightsoftware |
| Human Resources Consultant | Alternative HR |
| Implementation Specialist | Net Health |
| Owner | Overzealous Records |
| Senior Account Manager | GoEngineer |
| Senior Business Information Security Office Manager | Navy Federal Credit Union |
| Senior Manager | Accenture |
| TV Analyst | ESPN |
Full outcomes report including salary, locations, satisfaction, and more
Common Entry-Level Job Titles
- Director of Academics Services
- Multimedia Specialist
- Program Manager
- Regulatory Affairs Consultant
- Server Administration
- Special Education Assistant
Top Employers
- Department of Veteran Affairs
- Minneapolis Public Schools
- SMSC
- United Health Group
- University of Minnesota
- Wells Fargo
Types of Employers
- Advertising agencies
- Banks and financial institutions
- Government agencies
- Health systems and insurance
- Nonprofit agencies
- Research centers and universities
- Self-employment
Meet Your Career Consultant
Liz (she/her) can assist you with
- Major and career exploration
- Internship planning
- Job searching
- Interview prep and practice
- Grad school planning and more...
Additional Resources
In addition to these resources we recommend the following strategies to locate more information about careers related to your major:
- O*NET and Careerwise. These tools provide comprehensive information about a wide range of careers including typical duties, salaries, employment outlook, skills and interests.
- Locate professional associations related to your major or career interests by conducting a Google Search on “(career area/industry/keywords) professional associations.”
- Get involved in one of the many industry-related student groups on campus. These groups provide links to experiences, guest speakers, and discussion with like-minded students.
- Study Abroad Information for Multidisciplinary Studies