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University Transfer Degree
Want to pursue a bachelor’s degree at a university? Save money by starting at MCC in manageable, small classes taught by renowned faculty. Our transfer pathways with Arizona universities help you achieve two goals: completing an associate’s degree while also staying on track to earn a bachelor’s degree at your transfer destination. MCC’s university partnerships throughout the nation assure your seamless transition toward a four-year degree.
A list of available transfer degrees offered in the Philosophy program
Name |
Type |
Title |
Courses |
Associate in Arts |
AA |
Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Philosophy |
Pathway Map |
Career Opportunities
Successful completion of a degree or certificate within the Philosophy program may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages*. Some occupations may require additional education or training. You can click on any occupation to view more detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Conduct hearings to recommend or make decisions on claims concerning government programs or other government-related matters. Determine liability, sanctions, or penalties, or recommend the acceptance or rejection of claims or settlements.
Typical Education Level
a Doctoral degree or more
Hourly Median Wage
$54.68
Annual Median Wage
$113,740
Number of People Employed
206
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 2.4%
Facilitate negotiation and conflict resolution through dialogue. Resolve conflicts outside of the court system by mutual consent of parties involved.
Typical Education Level
a Master's or Professional degree
Hourly Median Wage
$34.00
Annual Median Wage
$70,732
Number of People Employed
130
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 7.7%
Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.
Typical Education Level
a Master's or Professional degree
Hourly Median Wage
$68.49
Annual Median Wage
$142,464
Number of People Employed
3,809
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 4.6%
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization to ensure compliance with ethical or regulatory standards.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$44.33
Annual Median Wage
$92,221
Annual Job Openings
1,286
Number of People Employed
13,478
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 9.6%
Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to develop and implement solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions, improve existing computer systems, and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and schedule limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.
Typical Education Level
an Associate degree
Hourly Median Wage
$49.46
Annual Median Wage
$102,893
Number of People Employed
9,949
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 8.6%
Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$31.48
Annual Median Wage
$65,499
Number of People Employed
8,196
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 7.0%
Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.
Typical Education Level
a high school diploma or less
Hourly Median Wage
$45.34
Annual Median Wage
$94,323
Annual Job Openings
6,760
Number of People Employed
68,032
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 7.6%
Arbitrate, advise, adjudicate, or administer justice in a court of law. May sentence defendant in criminal cases according to government statutes or sentencing guidelines. May determine liability of defendant in civil cases. May perform wedding ceremonies.
Typical Education Level
a Doctoral degree or more
Hourly Median Wage
$42.15
Annual Median Wage
$87,680
Number of People Employed
394
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 4.6%
Represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions. May specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law.
Typical Education Level
a Master's or Professional degree
Hourly Median Wage
$62.93
Annual Median Wage
$130,899
Number of People Employed
9,004
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 12.5%
Develop, introduce, or enact laws and statutes at the local, tribal, state, or federal level. Includes only workers in elected positions.
Hourly Median Wage
$19.20
Annual Median Wage
$39,947
Number of People Employed
400
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 9.7%
Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.
Typical Education Level
an Associate degree
Hourly Median Wage
$30.50
Annual Median Wage
$63,444
Number of People Employed
5,912
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 10.7%
Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Typical Education Level
a Doctoral degree or more
Hourly Median Wage
$35.06
Annual Median Wage
$72,944
Annual Job Openings
2,879
Number of People Employed
26,552
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 13.3%
Narrate or write news stories, reviews, or commentary for print, broadcast, or other communications media such as newspapers, magazines, radio, or television. May collect and analyze information through interview, investigation, or observation.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$22.13
Annual Median Wage
$46,037
Number of People Employed
662
4-Year Employment Growth
Decrease by -14.5%
Originate and prepare written material, such as scripts, stories, advertisements, and other material.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$22.24
Annual Median Wage
$46,263
Number of People Employed
1,803
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 14.2%
* Career and wage information provided by Lightcast using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources and Lightcast’s proprietary analytical processes. Lightcast’s data covers multiple classes of workers including QCEW, non-QCEW, and those who are self-employed. Disclaimer
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