What educational degrees would best equip one to understand taxation, paycheck stubs, & retirement investment?

Question

I would like to take some classes. Any specific classes to take to better manage personal finances and be more keen on catching paycheck stub errors as well as understanding how to live smart by not overworking and getting more taxed? I am a hard worker who would like to more a double job once school finishes, but I'm afraid I'll pay so much in taxes. I don't quite understand this whole taxation stuff and how to ensure a good retirement. Thanks.

Answer 1

Economics would help. Accounting can be useful as well. You can even get this degree online.

Answer 2

The most common misconception of the US tax system is the belief that the tax rate goes over 100%.  Witness your statement that you don't want to "overwork."