Management and Marketing Program: Career Facts - Business Manager/ Administrator
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Credit Union
Manager
Human
Resource Manager
International Business Manager,
Labor Relations Specialist,
Marketing Manager,
Real
Estate Agent/Broker,
Sales/Marketing Specialist
Business Manager/ Administrator
What is a business manager/administrator?
Managers plan, organize, coordinate and evaluate entire projects
from start to finish. The role cuts across all areas of business and
organizational life and has as its central purpose the effective use of
resources. Managers supply encouragement, coordination and leadership to
achieve company goals.
What types of skills are required?
Skills in leadership, creative thinking, communication, human
relations, decision-making, organizational development, accounting and
economics are those required to succeed in jobs relating to management.
Where are they employed?
Business managers/administrators may work in administrative and
managerial capacities for both for-profit and non-profit organizations.
What certificates and degrees are available?
Certificates of achievement are offered in Management and
Advanced Management. Associate in business degree programs are offered
in both Business Administration and in Management.
What is the salary range?
Locally, the starting salary range is about $15,000 to $26,000
per year. Nationally, business managers can expect annual earnings
starting at $15,000 and increasing to as much as $100,000+ with
extensive experience, education and responsibilities.
Business and Economics Department
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Phone: (517) 483-1522
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