Human Capital for more $$$

I know that getting more advanced degrees results in more $$$ (i.e. Having a Masters results in higher pay than simply having up to an undergrad degree). What about having a double or triple undergrad major in the fields relevant to your career? Like for trading, would a math/econ double major get paid more than somebody who majored only in economics all else equal?

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No, and major really doesn't matter much for pay either. An entry analyst is an entry analyst. You get the job and take the base salary or you don't -- not much negotiating power.

 
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No, and major really doesn't matter much for pay either. An entry analyst is an entry analyst. You get the job and take the base salary or you don't -- not much negotiating power.

This is pretty much correct. It may be an interesting talking point in an interview if you are able to claim a double/triple major, but in terms of pay it won't mean anything.

 
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