Careers in this cluster involve skills that
businesses need to keep productive and running
smoothly. Management, business financial
management and accounting, and human resources
are some career options. Business analysis,
marketing, and administration and information
support are also included in this cluster. Broad skills
in planning, organizing, and evaluating business
operations are essential. Businesspeople also need
good computer skills, common sense, decision-
making skills, and problem-solving abilities.
Business managers form policies and direct
the operations of corporations, nonprofit groups,
and government agencies. Financial managers
and accountants create and use accounting
systems to analyze and prepare financial reports.
People who work in business analysis find
cost-effective ways to do business. They also
uphold business values and strategies. Marketing
workers may do market research and promote,
sell, and maintain products and services. Workers
in administration and information support use
technology to gather and deliver information and
perform other office duties.
Some entry-level jobs may require certification
and a two-year or four-year degree. Most jobs in
this career cluster require a four-year degree from
a college or university. Top managers, financial
analysts, and human resources specialists often
need advanced degrees beyond their four-year
degrees. Work experience is often a requirement
in addition to a degree. Business expansion and
complexity will result in faster-than-average
growth for the careers in this cluster.
Entrepreneur
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Chief Executive
Officer
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General Manager
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Accounting Manager
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Accounts
Payable Manager
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Assistant
Credit Manager
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Billing Manager
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Business & Development Manager
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Compensation & Benefits Manager
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Credit & Collections Manager
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Payroll Manager
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Risk Manager
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Operations Manager
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Public
Relations Manager
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Human
Resources Manager
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Management
Analyst
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Sports & Entertainment
Manager
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Facilities Manager
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Association Manager
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Hospital
Manager
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Government Manager
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First Line Supervisor
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Senior
Manager
General Management
Pathways and
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