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The most recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2021) states the following about management occupations:

Overall employment in management occupations is projected to grow 8 percent from 2021 to 2031, faster than the average for all occupations; this increase is expected to result in about 883,900 new jobs over the decade. In addition to new jobs from growth, opportunities arise from the need to replace workers who leave their occupations permanently. About 1.1 million openings each year, on average, are projected to come from growth and replacement needs.

The median annual wage for this group was $102,450 in May 2021, which was the highest of all the major occupational groups and more than the median annual wage for all occupations of $45,760.

(Source: bls.gov)

Management Occupations & Information

Below you will find a list of management positions with a job summary, entry-level education, and median pay level. Each link brings you to a specific job page where you can find more information about the position, and commonly asked interview questions and answers for that job.

OccupationJob SummaryEntry-Level Education2021 Median Pay
Administrative Services ManagersAdministrative services managers plan, direct, and coordinate activities that help an organization run efficiently.Bachelor's degree$99,290
Advertising, Promotions, and Marketing ManagersAdvertising, promotions, and marketing managers plan programs to generate interest in products or services.Bachelor's degree$133,380
Architectural and Engineering ManagersArchitectural and engineering managers plan, direct, and coordinate activities in architectural and engineering companies.Bachelor's degree$152,350
Compensation and Benefits ManagersCompensation and benefits managers plan, develop, and oversee programs to pay employees.Bachelor's degree$127,530
Computer and Information Systems ManagersComputer and information systems managers plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization.Bachelor's degree$159,010
Construction ManagersConstruction managers plan, coordinate, budget, and supervise construction projects from start to finish.Bachelor's degree$98,890
Elementary, Middle, and High School PrincipalsElementary, middle, and high school principals oversee all school operations, including daily school activities.Master's degree$98,420
Emergency Management DirectorsEmergency management directors prepare plans and procedures for responding to natural disasters or other emergencies. They also help lead the response during and after emergencies.Bachelor's degree$76,730
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural ManagersFarmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers run establishments that produce crops, livestock, and dairy products.High school diploma or equivalent$73,060
Financial ManagersFinancial managers create financial reports, direct investment activities, and develop plans for the long-term financial goals of their organization.Bachelor's degree$131,710
Food Service ManagersFood service managers are responsible for the daily operation of restaurants or other establishments that prepare and serve food and beverages.High school diploma or equivalent$59,440
Human Resources ManagersHuman resources managers plan, coordinate, and direct the administrative functions of an organization.Bachelor's degree$126,230
Industrial Production ManagersIndustrial production managers oversee the daily operations of manufacturing and related plants.Bachelor's degree$103,150
Lodging & Hotel ManagersLodging managers ensure that traveling guests have a pleasant experience at their establishment with accommodations. They also ensure that the business is run efficiently and profitably.High school diploma or equivalent$59,430
Medical and Health Services ManagersMedical and health services managers plan, direct, and coordinate the business activities of healthcare providers.Bachelor's degree$101,340
Natural Sciences ManagersNatural sciences managers supervise the work of scientists, including chemists, physicists, and biologists.Bachelor's degree$137,900
Postsecondary Education AdministratorsPostsecondary education administrators oversee student services, academics, and faculty research at colleges and universities.Master's degree$96,910
Preschool and Childcare Center DirectorsPreschool and childcare center directors supervise and lead their staffs, design program plans, oversee daily activities, and prepare budgets.Bachelor's degree$47,310
Property, Real Estate, and Community Association ManagersProperty, real estate, and community association managers take care of the many aspects of residential, commercial, or industrial properties.High school diploma or equivalent$59,230
Public Relations and Fundraising ManagersPublic relations managers direct the creation of materials that will enhance the public image of their employer or client. Fundraising managers coordinate campaigns that bring in donations for their organization.Bachelor's degree$119,860
Sales ManagersSales managers direct organizations' sales teams.Bachelor's degree$127,490
Social and Community Service ManagersSocial and community service managers coordinate and supervise programs and organizations that support public well-being.Bachelor's degree$74,000
Top ExecutivesTop executives plan strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals.Bachelor's degree$98,980
Training and Development ManagersTraining and development managers plan, coordinate, and direct skills- and knowledge-enhancement programs for an organization’s staff.Bachelor's degree$120,130

(Source: bls.gov)

Job Interview Topics – Common Job Interview Questions & Answers

Below you can find a list of common job interview topics. Each link will direct you to an article regarding the specific topics that discuss commonly asked interview questions. Furthermore, each article discusses why the interviewer asks these questions and how you answer them!

  1. Accomplishments
  2. Adaptability
  3. Admission
  4. Behavioral
  5. Career Change
  6. Career Goals
  7. Communication
  8. Competency
  9. Conflict Resolution
  10. Creative Thinking
  11. Cultural Fit
  12. Customer Service
  13. Direct
  14. Experience
  15. Government
  16. Graduate
  17. Growth Potential
  18. Honesty & Integrity
  19. Illegal
  20. Inappropriate
  21. Job Satisfaction
  22. Leadership
  23. Management
  24. Entry-Level & No experience
  25. Performance-Based
  26. Personal
  27. Prioritization & Time Management
  28. Problem-solving
  29. Salary
  30. Situational & Scenario-based
  31. Stress Management
  32. Teamwork
  33. Telephone Interview
  34. Tough
  35. Uncomfortable
  36. Work Ethic

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