Military Business Operations Specialists
Military Career
General Information
Description
Business operations personnel utilize business knowledge to improve military operations. These analysts use evaluative methods to recommend changes to business processes in order to minimize waste and inefficiency. They assess various aspects of operations, such as inventory procurement, accounting systems, and management techniques. They develop and present detailed operational plans to Commanders for approval and implementation.
Explore this career outside the MilitaryWork Environment
Business operations specialists may work indoors in offices or outdoors, depending on their specialty area. Some specialists may spend a lot of time in field training exercises, where they work, eat, and sleep outdoors and in tents in all types of weather.
Workplace at a Glance
What you can expect to experience while on the job
- Responsibility
- Exposure to job hazards
- Physical activity
- Decision making
- Repetitiveness
- Level of competition
- Time pressure
Comparable Industries
- Business Management & Administration
Military Outlook
Service Branches
Jobs in this career field may be available in other service branches. Call or email a particular branch for more info.
Army
Marine Corps
Navy
Air Force
Coast Guard
Space ForceMilitary Status
- Enlisted
- Hands-on/specialized
- High school diploma required
Military Workforce
Business Operations Specialists in the Military
58,509
Salary
Salary Information
Median Military Salary This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
$84,738
Military Salary Range Salary varies based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location. Learn more about Military benefits.
$22,748 - $502,205
What makes up a Military salary?
Military salaries include a lot more than just base pay.
They also offer:
- Housing allowances
- Subsistence allowances
- Special and incentive pays
- Cost-of-living allowances
- Hazardous-duty pay
- Bonuses
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Learn more about military insurance and retirement benefits
Education
Most Common Education Levels
People in this career achieve this level of education.
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Master's degree 70%
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Bachelor's degree 30%
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High school 0%
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Some college 0%
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Doctoral degree 0%
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Associate's degree 0%
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Post baccalaureate 0%
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Less than high school 0%
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Post-doctoral training 0%
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Post-master's certificate 0%
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First professional degree 0%
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Post-secondary certificate 0%
Military training
All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training. Business operations specialists gain skills through classes and on-the-job experience. Training content may include: Logistics and operational support functionsUse of management information systemsDeployment managementOperations and tactics instructionMilitary tactics and strategyOperation of command, control, and communication systems
Read MoreSkills at a Glance
Skills helpful in this career
- Verbal skills
- Critical thinking & problem solving
- Equipment operation & maintenance
- Math & science skills
- Technology design & control
- Leadership
Related College Majors
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Knowledge
- Mathematics
- Computers and Electronics
- English Language
- Engineering and Technology
- Administration and Management
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