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General and Operations Managers

Median Salary
101,280
Job Outlook
+7%
In-Demand

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

81%

Self-employed

7%

Private not for profit

6%

State and local government

5%

Federal Government

1%

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What is the job outlook?

Overall employment of top executives is projected to grow 6 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations. About 343,800 openings for top executives are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$62,540

10%

$101,280

Median

$162,990

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    28%

  • Bachelor's degree

    27%

  • Some college

    21%

  • Less than high school

    10%

  • Associate's degree

    5%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    5%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Business Administration and Management, General
  • Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
  • Finance, General
  • Public Administration
  • Business/Commerce, General
  • Management Science
  • Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management, General
  • International Business/Trade/Commerce
  • Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
  • Retail Management
  • Financial Risk Management
  • Social Entrepreneurship
  • Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management, Other
  • Risk Management
  • Veterinary Office Management/Administration

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Administration and Management
  • Production and Processing
  • Mathematics
  • Administrative

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Responsibility

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Physical Activity

    Mid

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.