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Brandon Jacob
Associate Director, Undergraduate Career Services
bjj59@drexel.eduGerri C. LeBow Hall 329
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Legal studies are the base of the rules and regulations in business. An undergraduate degree in legal studies can provide a foundational set of skills that can be applied in a variety of career types and industries. By exploring business through the lens of law, graduates with this degree can go on to become business leaders and influence critical industry decisions.
A legal studies degree focuses on more than just learning policy and legal regulations. By ensuring students have a solid understanding of a variety of core business disciplines, the Drexel LeBow legal studies curriculum prepares graduates to be dynamic professionals throughout their careers.
An example of the skills and topics highlighted by this degree:
Legal studies degree job opportunities are varied and reach several industries. From roles in federal and state government to private corporations and law practice, this degree prepares students to make critical business decisions based on legal analysis.
While the natural assumption is that students in a legal studies program plan to go on to law school after graduation, and many do, a background in the law and legal systems benefits graduates interested in all areas of business.
Legal studies graduates go on to careers in real estate, law enforcement, hospital administration, business consulting, government affairs and financial management.
Drexel 2021-2022 legal studies graduates earned an average starting salary of $57,350 following graduation.
Professional organizations allow you to expand your local and national network while also broadening your skill set through professional development opportunities.
Many students also choose to continue their studies in graduate schools, pursuing such degrees as:
The Undergraduate Career Services Office works with students and employers to enter mutually beneficial relationships.
Our students gain real-world experience. By connecting with our expert faculty and industry-leading organizations, students graduate ready to lead.
Brandon Jacob
Associate Director, Undergraduate Career Services
bjj59@drexel.eduGerri C. LeBow Hall 329