General and operations managers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$102,950/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↗ Steady
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Lead & Manage
Run teams, operations, and companies. Every organization needs leaders and managers.
Chief executives
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$206,420/yrMany paths: self-start + mentorship | Associate/Bachelor’s in Business (optional) | Acc…↗ Steady
Management analysts
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$101,190/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↑ Above Average
Purchasing managers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$139,510/yrPortfolio + experience matters | Associate/Bachelor’s in Marketing/Business (common) | …↗ Steady
Administrative services managers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$108,390/yrMany paths: self-start + mentorship | Associate/Bachelor’s in Business (optional) | Acc…↗ Steady
Medical and health services managers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$117,960/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…⇧ Strong
Logisticians
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$80,880/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…⇧ Strong
Transportation, storage, and distribution managers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$102,010/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↗ Steady
Administrative services managers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$108,390/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↗ Steady
Managers, all other
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$136,550/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↗ Steady
Natural sciences managers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$161,180/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↗ Steady
First-line supervisors of transportation and material moving workers, except aircraft cargo handling supervisors
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$61,890/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↗ Steady
Education administrators, all other
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$89,040/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…→ Limited Growth
Education administrators, postsecondary
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$103,960/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…→ Limited Growth
First-line supervisors of protective service workers, all other
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$74,960/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…→ Limited Growth
First-line supervisors of office and administrative support workers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$66,140/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↓ Declining
Forest fire inspectors and prevention specialists
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$52,380/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s common | Certifications (role dependent)↑ Above Average
Occupational health and safety specialists
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$83,910/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s common | Certifications (role dependent)↑ Above Average
Health and safety engineers, except mining safety engineers and inspectors
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$109,660/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s common | Certifications (role dependent)↗ Steady
Transportation inspectors
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$85,750/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s common | Certifications (role dependent)→ Limited Growth
Agricultural inspectors
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$50,990/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s common | Certifications (role dependent)→ Limited Growth
Inspectors, testers, sorters, samplers, and weighers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$47,460/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s common | Certifications (role dependent)→ Limited Growth
Epidemiologists
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$83,980/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s common | Certifications (role dependent)⇧ Strong
Statisticians
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$103,300/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s common | Certifications (role dependent)↑ Above Average
Environmental scientists and specialists, including health
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$80,060/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s common | Certifications (role dependent)↗ Steady
Mathematical science occupations, all other
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$71,490/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s common | Certifications (role dependent)↗ Steady
Medical secretaries and administrative assistants
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$44,640/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Business continuity planners
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$78,200/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Lean Six Sigma consultants
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$86,400/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Procurement managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$82,600/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Change management specialists
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$84,300/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Corporate sustainability officers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$92,400/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…⇧ Strong
Vendor management specialists
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$68,800/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Fleet managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$62,400/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Inventory control specialists
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$48,200/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Continuous improvement managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$92,400/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↑ Above Average
Facilities directors
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$102,800/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Warehouse operations managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$72,100/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↑ Above Average
Office managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$58,200/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Change management consultants
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$98,400/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↑ Above Average
Import/export coordinators
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$54,800/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Last-mile delivery managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$72,600/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…⇧ Strong
Workplace safety coordinators
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$68,400/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↑ Above Average
Executive assistants
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$62,800/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Call center managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$58,400/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Outsourcing managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$88,200/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Knowledge management specialists
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$78,400/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↑ Above Average
Production schedulers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$52,200/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Maintenance planning managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$72,800/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Transportation coordinators
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$48,600/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Document control specialists
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$46,200/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Organizational development consultants
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$96,400/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↑ Above Average
Six Sigma black belt consultants
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$102,200/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Contract administrators
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$62,400/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Regional operations directors
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$112,800/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↑ Above Average
Sustainability operations managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$82,600/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…⇧ Strong
Drone fleet managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$82,400/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…⇧ Strong
Circular economy managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$88,200/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…⇧ Strong
Autonomous systems coordinators
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$92,600/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…⇧ Strong
Remote workforce managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$86,400/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…⇧ Strong
Compliance training managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$72,800/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↑ Above Average
Cybersecurity compliance officers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$98,200/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…⇧ Strong
Environmental health and safety managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$82,100/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↗ Steady
Clinical trial compliance specialists
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$84,600/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↑ Above Average
Privacy compliance managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$102,400/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…⇧ Strong
Regulatory affairs specialists
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$86,400/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↗ Steady
Sanctions compliance officers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$92,600/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↑ Above Average
Business continuity managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$88,600/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↑ Above Average
Healthcare compliance officers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$86,200/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…⇧ Strong
Know-your-customer specialists
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$62,400/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…⇧ Strong
Occupational health specialists
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$68,400/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↗ Steady
Pharmaceutical compliance officers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$96,800/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↑ Above Average
Regulatory compliance examiners
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$78,400/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↑ Above Average
Safety engineers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$88,200/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↗ Steady
Vendor risk assessors
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$78,200/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…⇧ Strong
Whistleblower program managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$86,400/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↗ Steady
Export control officers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$78,600/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↗ Steady
Hazardous materials managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$72,800/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↗ Steady
Insurance compliance specialists
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$68,400/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↗ Steady
Litigation support specialists
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$62,800/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↗ Steady
Operational risk managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$98,200/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↑ Above Average
Process safety engineers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$92,600/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↗ Steady
Supply chain risk assessors
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$82,600/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…⇧ Strong
Pandemic preparedness planners
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$92,400/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…⇧ Strong
Army logistics officer
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$65,000/yrHigh school diploma + military enlistment | Military training and specialty school | Of…↗ Steady
Army supply chain specialist
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$44,000/yrHigh school diploma + military enlistment | Military training and specialty school | Of…↗ Steady
Army human resources specialist
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$43,000/yrHigh school diploma + military enlistment | Military training and specialty school | Of…↗ Steady
Army recruiter
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$54,000/yrHigh school diploma + military enlistment | Military training and specialty school | Of…↗ Steady
Navy supply officer
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$68,000/yrHigh school diploma + military enlistment | Military training and specialty school | Of…↗ Steady
Marine Corps logistics officer
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$64,000/yrHigh school diploma + military enlistment | Military training and specialty school | Of…↗ Steady
Marine Corps recruiter
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$54,000/yrHigh school diploma + military enlistment | Military training and specialty school | Of…↗ Steady
Air Force logistics and supply officer
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$72,000/yrHigh school diploma + military enlistment | Military training and specialty school | Of…↗ Steady
Air Force contracting officer
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$82,000/yrHigh school diploma + military enlistment | Military training and specialty school | Of…↗ Steady
Air Force personnel officer
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$68,000/yrHigh school diploma + military enlistment | Military training and specialty school | Of…↗ Steady
Air Force recruiter
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$56,000/yrHigh school diploma + military enlistment | Military training and specialty school | Of…↗ Steady
Air Force acquisitions program manager
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$92,000/yrHigh school diploma + military enlistment | Military training and specialty school | Of…↗ Steady
Pentagon acquisition analyst
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$92,000/yrHigh school diploma + military enlistment | Military training and specialty school | Of…↗ Steady
Defense program manager
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$98,000/yrHigh school diploma + military enlistment | Military training and specialty school | Of…↗ Steady
Defense logistics specialist
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$72,000/yrHigh school diploma + military enlistment | Military training and specialty school | Of…↗ Steady
Office clerks, general
Good fit if you …enjoy working with people and solving problems.
$38,030/yrHigh school diploma (many entry roles) | Associate or Bachelor's (management) | Profess…→ Limited Growth
Receptionists and information clerks
Good fit if you …enjoy working with people and solving problems.
$36,860/yrHigh school diploma (many entry roles) | Associate or Bachelor's (management) | Profess…↗ Steady
Secretaries and administrative assistants, except legal, medical, and executive
Good fit if you …enjoy working with people and solving problems.
$44,080/yrHigh school diploma (many entry roles) | Associate or Bachelor's (management) | Profess…→ Limited Growth
Shipping, receiving, and inventory clerks
Good fit if you …enjoy working with people and solving problems.
$37,680/yrHigh school diploma (many entry roles) | Associate or Bachelor's (management) | Profess…→ Limited Growth
Stock clerks and order fillers
Good fit if you …enjoy working with people and solving problems.
$33,100/yrHigh school diploma (many entry roles) | Associate or Bachelor's (management) | Profess…→ Limited Growth
Lodging managers
Good fit if you …enjoy working with people and solving problems.
$62,120/yrHigh school diploma (many entry roles) | Associate or Bachelor's (management) | Profess…↑ Above Average
Fair lending compliance officers
Good fit if you …enjoy working with people and solving problems.
$82,000/yrBachelor's in Finance, Business, Accounting, or Criminal Justice | Professional certifi…↑ Above Average
Payment processing managers
Good fit if you …enjoy working with people and solving problems.
$72,000/yrAssociate or Bachelor's in Business, Finance, or Information Systems | On-the-job train…↑ Above Average
ATM/debit card program managers
Good fit if you …enjoy working with people and solving problems.
$68,000/yrAssociate or Bachelor's in Business, Finance, or Information Systems | On-the-job train…↗ Steady
Port Operations Manager
Port Operations Managers oversee the loading, unloading, and movement of cargo at seaports.
$88,000/yrAssociate/Bachelor's (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↗ Steady
Harbor Pilot
Harbor Pilots guide ships safely through harbors, channels, and waterways.
$98,000/yrAssociate/Bachelor's (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↗ Steady
Marine Electrician
Marine Electricians install, maintain, and repair electrical systems on ships, boats, and offshore platforms.
$72,000/yrAssociate/Bachelor's (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↗ Steady
Commercial Diver
Commercial Divers perform underwater work for construction, inspection, maintenance, and salvage operations.
$62,000/yrAssociate/Bachelor's (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↑ Above Average
Marine Surveyor
Marine Surveyors inspect ships and marine vessels to assess their condition, value, and compliance with safety regulati…
$68,000/yrAssociate/Bachelor's (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↗ Steady
Distribution Center Manager
Distribution Center Managers oversee warehouse operations where products are received, stored, and shipped.
$78,000/yrAssociate/Bachelor's (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↑ Above Average
Transportation Planner
Transportation Planners design and improve transportation systems for cities and regions.
$78,000/yrAssociate/Bachelor's (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↗ Steady
Hotel Manager
Hotel Managers oversee the daily operations of hotels and lodging facilities, ensuring guests have comfortable and enjo…
$62,000/yrAssociate/Bachelor's (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↑ Above Average
Resort Manager
Resort Managers oversee all operations at resort properties, coordinating lodging, dining, recreation, and entertainmen…
$68,000/yrAssociate/Bachelor's (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↑ Above Average
Sommelier
Sommeliers are wine experts who curate wine lists, recommend pairings, and manage wine programs for restaurants and hos…
$58,000/yrAssociate/Bachelor's (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…⇧ Strong
Food Service Director
Food Service Directors oversee food operations for large organizations including hospitals, schools, and corporate camp…
$62,000/yrAssociate/Bachelor's (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↑ Above Average