The world of business is always teeming with life and endless opportunities. A degree in this field will open new doors and prepare graduates for a variety of business and non-business related careers.
Whether you want to work in finance, management, law, technology, or healthcare, there will always be something for you.
Furthermore, with a low unemployment rate and an ever-growing demand for these skill sets and business acumen, graduates can expect to find plenty of work opportunities after graduation.
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In this article, we will list high paying business and corporate positions that were highly ranked by US News & World Report, Business Insider, and Indeed. We will also provide our top picks based on:
- Median annual salary (~$80,000+)
- Projected 10-year job growth (>6%)
- Number of job opportunities (~100,000+)
Data regarding salary, educational requirements, typical majors, projected job growth, and unemployment rates will be provided to give a comprehensive picture of the economic landscape and equip readers with the knowledge to make informed career decisions.
Note: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), a projected growth rate between 4-6% over a 10-year period is considered average.
It is important to note that most of these positions will require at least a bachelor’s degree while managerial and supervisory positions will, in most cases, require an advanced degree (i.e., MBA, MAcc, JD).
Note: Programs designated as pre-law do not have any requirements as to which undergraduate degrees are compulsory. However, a relevant major will best prepare you for the field.
We will explore the following topics:
- Accounting, Auditing, Taxes
- Advertising, Marketing
- Advising, Analyst, Consulting
- Banking
- Economics
- Finance
- Financial Markets and Institutions
- Hedge Funds
- Human Resources
- Investments
- Law
- Logistics, Operations
- Management
- Mergers and Acquisitions, Restructuring
- Public Relations
- Sales
Education Requirement: Bachelors, Master’s
Median annual salary: $71,550
Number of jobs: 1,424,000
Projected job growth: 6% (average)
Unemployment rate: 1.8%
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Median annual salary: $81,090
Number of jobs: 60,900
Projected job growth: 7% (above average)
Unemployment rate: N/A
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Median annual salary: $72,850
Number of jobs: 317,600
Projected job growth: 5.8% (average)
Unemployment rate: 2.3%
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Median annual salary: $87,850
Number of jobs: 271,700
Projected job growth: 7% (above average)
Unemployment rate: 0.9%
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Median annual salary: $129,890
Number of jobs: 653,600
Projected job growth: 16% (above average)
Unemployment rate: 1.4%
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Median annual salary: $116,720
Number of jobs: 152,100
Projected job growth: 7% (above average)
Unemployment rate: 4.5%
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Median annual salary: $97,260
Number of jobs: 181,700
Projected job growth: 14% (above average)
Unemployment rate: 0.5%
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Median annual salary: $146,360
Number of jobs: 414,400
Projected job growth: 11% (above average)
Unemployment rate: 2%
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Median annual salary: $85,260
Number of jobs: 876,300
Projected job growth: 14% (above average)
Unemployment rate: 3%
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Median annual salary: $63,790
Number of jobs: 681,900
Projected job growth: 20% (above average)
Unemployment rate: 2.7%
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Median annual salary: $135,900
Number of jobs: 286,800
Projected job growth: 8% (above average)
Unemployment rate: 2.6%
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Median annual salary: $123,030
Number of jobs: 165,000
Projected job growth: 6.9% (above average)
Unemployment rate: 1.8%
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Median annual salary: $84,810
Number of jobs: 109,700
Projected job growth: 26% (above average)
Unemployment rate: 2.1%
