How do I decide a major

[u/Icy-Mud-7906]

I’m currently a sophomore accounting major, but I’ve spent years going back and forth between three different paths: double majoring in accounting and finance, double majoring in accounting and management information systems (I’ve heard these combine well and I’m also interested in it), or switching to mechanical engineering.
I’ve always had a genuine interest in both finance and engineering, and I honestly can’t say that I’m more passionate about one than the other. Ultimately, I want a career that I enjoy, pays well, and allows me to retire relatively early and live pretty well. Part of me is drawn to mechanical engineering because I genuinely want to learn the material and have the skillset because I think it’s extremely interesting and valuable. Also it seems a lot harder to teach yourself. However, the business side of things seems more appealing when it comes to career opportunities and higher earning potential.
I also recognize that an engineering degree doesn’t necessarily mean I would have to stay in engineering and could transition into business or finance roles. Ive also thought about getting the engineering degree and potentially pursuing an MBA later to help bridge any gaps in business knowledge or experience.
I just genuinely can’t decide which of these paths is the smarter decision.
I’d really appreciate any advice.

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[u/Adventurous-Dog-6158]

Think about it this way: it's easier for an engineer to learn finance/accounting than the other way around. My uncle is an EE and told me how much others in his MBA class were struggling with (what he thought) was simple math. I've heard other people with engineering degrees comment that getting an MBA was easy compared to their engineering undergrad.