The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) conducted a survey on employer demand across more than 86 companies, asking about the majors or degree fields they were looking to hire in 2017 from well-known global companies. The results have been summarized, revealing the most sought-after fields. Let's check them out!

10. Economics  accounted for 38.9% of the total surveyed. The field of economics has been essential and significant from the past to the present for managing available resources to maximize benefits.

9. Electrical Engineering  Graduates in electrical engineering can work in various roles, such as broadcast control engineers, equipment control engineers, etc. The main focus of this field is on automotive, aerospace, information technology, medical devices, communication tools, and manufacturing industries.

8. Logistics and Supply Chain  In today's competitive business world, it's not just about conducting transactions and services; understanding logistics and supply chain management is crucial to enhance competitive capabilities and respond better to consumer demands than competitors.

7. Information Science & Systems  Information science studies the theory of information, including perception, understanding, analysis, synthesis, storage, retrieval, and systematic communication of information. This field requires knowledge in computer science as computers are essential tools for processing information.

6. Management Information Systems  Today, businesses need to utilize high-potential information technology to create MIS that can operate efficiently, serving as a crucial tool to enhance business capabilities and managerial effectiveness in the modern era.

5. Mechanical Engineering  This timeless field of engineering is vital for national development, with mechanical engineering being one of the most in-demand areas, accounting for 48.6%. Graduates can choose from various engineering roles.

4. Computer Science  Accounting for 50.7%, graduates in computer science possess diverse knowledge suitable for numerous careers, such as software engineers, programmers, web developers, and graphic designers.

3. Business Administration/Management  Financial management and business administration are among the most sought-after fields by employers. Effective management is crucial in business operations.

2. Accounting accounting makes up 59.7% of the total and remains a popular field that guarantees employment after graduation. All business transactions, whether in management or operations, require accounting personnel.

1. Finance  Managing and optimizing financial resources is the core of finance. Graduates can work in various sectors, including brokerage, banking, or general companies. Employers seek knowledgeable individuals to help manage organizations, making finance the top-ranked field in the survey at 60.4%.

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