Careers In Business
The vast array of challenging and rewarding career options in business typically provide higher than average incomes but also often require above average effort. Since business careers exist in every imaginable industry and require a vast array of skill sets and aptitudes, anyone should be able to find a career suited to their own unique interests and talents. The more adventurous may use their education and/or experience as a basis for starting their own business while others may opt to lead globalization efforts on the other side of the world.
The educational requirements for starting a career in business are most commonly a bachelor's degree in a business field such as finance, marketing, management or accounting. Earning a master's in business administration (MBA) is popular for those who want to take on more management responsibilities while specialized graduate programs in international business or entrepreneurship are ideal for individuals who want to pursue a related career.
The business jobs below are those identified by BrainTrack as commonly requiring higher education either for entry or for advancement. Hyperlinked jobs go to detailed profiles, including lists of schools with relevant programs.
| Occupation | Jobs | Growth '08-'18 | Low - Median - High | Some College | Bachelor Degree+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bookkeeping And Accounting Clerks | 1,758,000 | 10% | 49% | 15% | |
| Accountants And Auditors | 1,107,000 | 22% | 19% | 75% | |
| Management Analysts | 553,000 | 24% | 17% | 76% | |
| Financial Managers | 495,000 | 8% | 27% | 59% | |
| Loan Officers | 298,000 | 10% | 36% | 48% | |
| Purchasing Agents | 282,000 | 14% | 39% | 39% | |
| Claims Adjusters | 274,000 | 7% | 37% | 44% | |
| Health Services Managers | 272,000 | 16% | 29% | 61% | |
| Compliance Officers | 248,000 | 31% | 31% | 55% | |
| Financial Analysts | 235,000 | 20% | 13% | 82% | |
| Market Research Analysts | 226,000 | 28% | 17% | 78% | |
| Human Resources Specialists | 219,000 | 21% | 32% | 53% | |
| Training Specialists | 205,000 | 23% | 32% | 53% | |
| Employment Specialists | 198,000 | 28% | 32% | 53% | |
| Cost Estimators | 197,000 | 25% | 41% | 30% | |
| Financial Specialists | 154,000 | 11% | 31% | 51% | |
| Personal Financial Advisors | 149,000 | 30% | 17% | 78% | |
| Wholesale And Retail Buyers | 117,000 | -1% | 37% | 34% | |
| Compensation And Benefits Specialists | 112,000 | 24% | 32% | 53% | |
| Logisticians | 100,000 | 20% | 39% | 43% | |
| Insurance Underwriters | 98,000 | -3% | 31% | 50% | |
| Tax Examiners And Revenue Agents | 70,000 | 13% | 33% | 45% | |
| Credit Analysts | 68,000 | 15% | 31% | 56% | |
| Legislators | 66,000 | 1% | 23% | 64% | |
| Human Resources Managers | 63,000 | 9% | 29% | 56% | |
| Tax Preparers | 61,000 | 3% | 34% | 49% | |
| Budget Analysts | 61,000 | 15% | 24% | 68% | |
| Compensation And Benefits Managers | 36,000 | 9% | 29% | 56% | |
| Loan Counselors | 30,000 | 16% | 36% | 48% | |
| Training And Development Managers | 29,000 | 12% | 29% | 56% | |
| Financial Examiners | 26,000 | 41% | 16% | 76% | |
| Economists | 13,000 | 6% | 1% | 99% | |
| Emergency Management Specialists | 13,000 | 22% | 35% | 48% | |
| Performer Agents | 12,000 | 22% | 26% | 57% | |
| Farm Purchasing Agents And Buyers | 12,000 | 0% | 31% | 24% | |
| Auto Insurance Appraisers | 11,000 | 1% | 37% | 44% |
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