Management and marketing degree...

[coz-bob]

I'm currently at that tense point in my life where i have to decide what to do at uni!
I was considering a management and marketing degree but i'm not sure how reputable it is and the employability oppurtunities that come with it.
I was also looking at doin international bussiness finance and economics at manchester but yet again ive got the same problem.
if anyones got any insight i'd be really grateful. ]
thanks.

[buildersmate]

I wouldn't worry about it. Go to Manchester (a decent university all round), do a subject that interests you that you'd enjoy (avoiding all the strange or esoteric Degree subjects that crop up these days - which Manchester probably doesn't do many of anyway) then take your chance on the job market when you emerge.
A degree demonstrates that you can think, deal with situations and people. Graduate recruiters look for potential employees who can handle that, and do not worry so much what topic the person did. Some of my best management colleagues have Geography degrees.
(I've spent many years on the graduate milk-round as was, in two different organisations, both on the list of 'most popular organisations to get recruited' with undergraduates)

[landscaper2]

I agree with buildersmate, be sensible with your choice, go for something that you have a genuine interest in, but steer clear of the 'easy option' degrees, which carry little weight. Show enthusiasum when looking for a job and you will be on your way. Good Luck