Sports Data Analyst
Turn numbers and game film into a real competitive advantage.
$68,200/yrSelf-taught + portfolio and certifications | Bachelor's in Computer Science, IT, or rel…⇧ Strong
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Careers Behind the Scenes
The people who make game day happen without ever being on camera.
Data scientists
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$112,590/yrBachelor’s common⇧ Strong
Statisticians
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$103,300/yrBachelor’s common↑ Above Average
Operations research analysts
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$91,290/yrBachelor’s common⇧ Strong
Market research analysts and marketing specialists
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$76,950/yrBachelor’s common↗ Steady
Geospatial data analysts
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$72,600/yrSelf-taught + portfolio and certifications | Bachelor's in Computer Science, IT, or rel…↑ Above Average
Customer analytics managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$96,400/yrSelf-taught + portfolio and certifications | Bachelor's in Computer Science, IT, or rel…⇧ Strong
Sports Software Developer
Build the apps, analytics tools, and fan platforms sports runs on.
$133,080/yrBachelor’s common, but portfolios/coding bootcamps can work | Projects matter a lot⇧ Strong
Mobile app developers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$98,400/yrSelf-taught + portfolio and certifications | Bachelor's in Computer Science, IT, or rel…⇧ Strong
Web developers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$90,930/yrBachelor’s common, but portfolios/coding bootcamps can work | Projects matter a lot↗ Steady
Computer programmers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$98,670/yrBachelor’s common, but portfolios/coding bootcamps can work | Projects matter a lot↓ Declining
UX designers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$82,500/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…⇧ Strong
Information security analysts
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$124,910/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s common | Certs (Security+, Network+, etc.) strongly valued⇧ Strong
Network engineers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$82,600/yrSelf-taught + portfolio and certifications | Bachelor's in Computer Science, IT, or rel…↑ Above Average
Computer network architects
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$130,390/yrBachelor’s common, but portfolios/coding bootcamps can work | Projects matter a lot↑ Above Average
Network and computer systems administrators
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$96,800/yrBachelor’s common, but portfolios/coding bootcamps can work | Projects matter a lot↓ Declining
Computer systems analysts
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$103,790/yrBachelor’s common↑ Above Average
Database architects
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$135,980/yrBachelor’s common↑ Above Average
Computer and information systems managers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$171,200/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…⇧ Strong
Wearable technology developers
Build the wearables that track an athlete’s heart rate, sleep, and load.
$92,800/yrSelf-taught + portfolio and certifications | Bachelor's in Computer Science, IT, or rel…⇧ Strong
Robotics Software Engineer
Robotics Software Engineers design and develop the software that controls robotic systems.
$118,000/yrBachelor's common⇧ Strong
Virtual reality content creators
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$74,800/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…⇧ Strong
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
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
Human resources managers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$140,030/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↗ Steady
Human resources specialists
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$72,910/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↗ Steady
Product managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$108,200/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↑ Above Average
Facilities managers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$104,690/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↗ Steady
Quality control managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$88,400/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↗ Steady
Customer success managers
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$74,600/yrBachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field | MBA or professional certification (…↑ Above Average
Supply chain analysts
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 (…⇧ Strong
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
Financial managers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$161,700/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Licensing for some roles (Series exams, etc.) | Certifi…↑ Above Average
Accountants and auditors
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$81,680/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Licensing for some roles (Series exams, etc.) | Certifi…↗ Steady
Salary Cap Analyst
Model contracts and the salary cap so a team can build a winning roster.
$101,350/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Licensing for some roles (Series exams, etc.) | Certifi…↗ Steady
Budget analysts
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$87,930/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Licensing for some roles (Series exams, etc.) | Certifi…→ Limited Growth
Credit analysts
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$80,970/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Licensing for some roles (Series exams, etc.) | Certifi…↓ Declining
Economists
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$115,440/yrBachelor’s common→ Limited Growth
Lawyers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$151,160/yrParalegal/assistant pathways (certificate/associate) | Lawyer path requires law degree …↗ Steady
Compliance officers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$78,420/yrAssociate/Bachelor’s (common) | Certifications (CAPM/PMP, Lean—optional) | On-the-job g…↗ Steady
Paralegals and legal assistants
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$61,010/yrParalegal/assistant pathways (certificate/associate) | Lawyer path requires law degree …→ Limited Growth
Arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$67,710/yrParalegal/assistant pathways (certificate/associate) | Lawyer path requires law degree …↗ Steady
Intellectual property attorneys
Good fit if you ...enjoy solving problems and working toward measurable outcomes.
$128,400/yrBachelor's degree (pre-law or related) | Juris Doctor (JD) or Master's in Public Policy…↗ Steady
Sports Agent
Represent athletes and negotiate the contracts that shape their careers.
$96,310/yrHigh school portfolio + training | Certificate or Associate in Design (common) | Bachel…↑ Above Average