A humanities degree prepares graduates for a wide array of careers requiring adaptability, critical thinking, analysis and problem-solving, especially within the context of effective planning and decision-making. Although the humanities provide invaluable life skills, employers benefit from the trainability of new hires with a balanced background in the humanities – including philosophy, fine arts, ancient and modern languages, history, law and literature. Graduates with a major in the humanities are also well-prepared for advanced college studies in graduate programs and specialized schools.