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Computer and infomation systems manager

• Job Description:Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

• Occupation Code:1-13021

• Method of Entry (Education Level):A bachelor’s degree in computer or information science plus related work experience is typically required. Many computer and information systems managers also have a graduate degree.

• Working Conditions:The largest percentage of computer and information systems managers works for computer systems design and related services firms. They are employed by both small and large organizations. A smaller, but still considerable, percentage works for financial firms, manufacturing firms, and for federal, state, or local governments. As network speeds increase, telecommuting is becoming more common. Although few managers can work remotely, many have to supervise employees who work from home. More than 90 percent of computer and information systems managers work full time. Many of them must work overtime to solve problems. In 2010, about 24 percent worked more than 50 hours per week.

• Labor Market Information:

  • Annual Salary:$125,637.00 $107,230.00 

  • Salary for ENTRY LEVEL JOBS:$79,706.00 $63,260.00 

  • Growth Rage 2013-2015 (outlook):01.30% 01.60%

 

 

Civil Engineers

• Job Description:Perform engineering duties in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of building structures, and facilities, such as roads, railroads, airports, bridges, harbors, channels, dams, irrigation projects, pipelines, power plants, and water and sewage systems. Includes architectural, structural, traffic, ocean, and geo-technical engineers.

• Occupation Code: 17-2051

• Method of Entry (Education Level):Civil engineers need a bachelor’s degree. They typically need a graduate degree for promotion to managerial positions. Civil engineers who sell their own services publicly must be licensed in all states and the District of Columbia.

• Working Conditions:Civil engineers generally work indoors in offices. However, they sometimes spend time outdoors at construction sites so they can monitor operations or solve problems at the site. Occasionally, civil engineers travel abroad to work on large engineering projects in other countries. Nearly all civil engineers work full time. However, many civil engineers work on projects that are under contractual deadlines. Engineers overseeing these projects often work longer hours to make sure that deadlines are met.

• Labor Market Information

  • Annual Salary:$125,637.00 $107,230.00 

  • Salary for ENTRY LEVEL JOBS:$79,706.00 $63,260.00 

  • Growth Rage 2013-2015 (outlook):01.30% 01.60% 

 

 

Chief Executives

• Job Description:Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

• Occupation Code:11-1011

• Method of Entry (Education Level):Although education and training vary widely by position and industry, many top executives have at least a bachelor’s degree and a considerable amount of work experience.

• Working Conditions:Top executives work in nearly every industry. They work for both large and small businesses, ranging from one-person businesses to firms with thousands of employees. Top executives of large organizations typically have large offices and numerous support staff. However, the work of top executives is often stressful, because these workers are under intense pressure to succeed. Executives in charge of poorly performing organizations or departments may find their jobs in jeopardy. Top executives may travel a lot to attend meetings and conferences or to visit their company’s local, regional, national, and international offices. In large organizations, executives may occasionally transfer jobs, moving between local offices or subsidiaries. Long hours, including evenings and weekends, are standard for most executives and general managers. However, some have the ability to set their own schedules.

• Labor Market Information

  • Annual Salary:$117,032.00 $142,180.00

  • Salary for ENTRY LEVEL JOBS:$42,442.00 $65,230.00

  • Growth Rage 2013-2015 (outlook):-00.80% 00.40%

 

Marketing Managers

• Job Description:Plan, direct, or coordinate marketing policies and programs, such as determining the demand for products and services offered by a firm and its competitors, and identify potential customers. Develop pricing strategies with the goal of maximizing the firm's profits or share of the market while ensuring the firm's customers are satisfied. Oversee product development or monitor trends that indicate the need for new products and services.

• Occupation Code:11-2021

• Method of Entry (Education Level):A bachelor’s degree is required for most marketing management positions. These managers typically have work experience in advertising, marketing, promotions, or sales.

• Working Conditions:Marketing managers typically work in offices close to those of top executives. The jobs of marketing managers are usually stressful, particularly near deadlines. They may travel to meet with clients or representatives of communications media.

• Labor Market Information

  • Annual Salary:$108,971.00 $118,880.00

  • Salary for ENTRY LEVEL JOBS:$59,121.00 $53,570.00

  • Growth Rage 2013-2015 (outlook):00.60% 02.20%