Business, Management & Administration
Have you ever run a lemonade stand, started a lawn service, or sold something door-to-door? Are you interested in numbers, relationships or idea cultivation, but not sure how to turn those into a career?
Then you should consider Business, Management, and Administration.
As long as there are growing businesses, there will be a need for people to manage the various operations of those businesses. The career pathways found here exist within all businesses, regardless of the industry, which is why these careers are so durable. Every business needs to sell their product or service, making marketers and salespeople invaluable. Every business needs to manage their day-to-day operations, giving managers and supporting administrators many options for employment. There are hotels, restaurants, and entertainment facilities everywhere, allowing workers in hospitality to find work across the country. All businesses and individuals need to manage their money, so accountants and financial specialists will continue to be in high demand.
Marketing
Marketing involves helping business sell and market their product, whether to consumers or other businesses. Almost every business in every industry needs marketing and sales to make sure they are targeting the right customer and generating enough revenue.
Jobs In Demand:
- Market Research Analyst
- Marketing Manager
- Retail Merchandiser
- Sales Professional and Manager
- Telemarketer
Next Ten Years
- 5.9% Job Growth
- 17,770 New Job Openings
- Source: WORKnet Wisconsin
Annual Salary Range
| Experience Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Entry-Level | $23,685 |
| Average | $39,350 |
| Experienced | $84,465 |
| Source: WORKnet Wisconsin | |
Business, Management, & Administration
These careers are responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the business, whether managing the company overall, overseeing the operations or a division, or supporting the company's administration.
Jobs In Demand:
- Administrative/Office Manager
- Data Analyst
- Human Resource Manager
- General Manager
- Operations Manager
- Owner
Next Ten Years
- 4.5% Job Growth
- 32,810 New Job Openings
- Source: WORKnet Wisconsin
Annual Salary Range
| Experience Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Entry-Level | $32,699 |
| Average | $60,174 |
| Experienced | $105,199 |
| Source: WORKnet Wisconsin | |
Finance
The fastest growing fields in Finance are in financial planning, investment services, and insurance, helping people better manage their money and retirement. Finance jobs are also plentiful within companies, managing day-to-day cash flow, accounting, and reporting.
Jobs In Demand:
- Accountant
- Credit Analyst
- Financial Planner
- Insurance Sales Agent
- Personal Banker
Next Ten Years
- 12.2% Job Growth
- 6,207 New Job Openings
- Source: WORKnet Wisconsin
Annual Salary Range
| Experience Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Entry-Level | $37,768 |
| Average | $58,914 |
| Experienced | $96,270 |
| Source: WORKnet Wisconsin | |
Hospitality & Tourism
The hospitality field continues to explode as more people begin retirement, or simply feel more financially well-off. This means more people are staying at hotels and resorts, eating out at restaurants, or visiting amusement parks and casinos.
Jobs In Demand:
- Caterer
- Chef/Cook
- Gaming Operator/Staff
- Hotel Clerk/Manager
- Restaurant Staff
Next Ten Years
- 10.4% Job Growth
- 28,939 New Job Openings
- Source: WORKnet Wisconsin
Annual Salary Range
| Experience Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Entry-Level | $19,357 |
| Average | $26,284 |
| Experienced | $39,270 |
| Source: WORKnet Wisconsin | |
Pathway Specific Courses
| Course Number | Course Name | Department | Pathway | Prerequisite | Suggested Grade Level(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7170 | Accounting Essentials | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | 7160 Introduction to Accounting | 10, 11, 12 |
| 7180 | Advanced Accounting | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | 7160 Introduction to Accounting | 10, 11, 12 |
| 7362 | Business Management and Leadership | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | 7360 General Business | 10, 11, 12 |
| 8172 | Culinary II | Family & Consumer Science Education | Business, Management & Administration | 8161 Culinary I | 10, 11, 12 |
| 8175/8185 | Culinary III A/B | Family & Consumer Science Education | Business, Management & Administration | 8172 Culinary II | 11, 12 |
| 7431 | Entrepreneurship | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | 7360 General Business | 11, 12 |
| 7360 | General Business | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | none | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| 8176 | International Cuisine | Family & Consumer Science Education | Business, Management & Administration | none | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| 15620 A/B | Introduction to Accounting | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | none | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| 8160 | Nutritional Science | Family & Consumer Science Education | Business, Management & Administration | none | 10, 11, 12 |
| 7561 | Personal Finance | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | 11, 12 | |
| 7560 | Personal Financial Management | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | none | 11, 12 |
| 7421 | Sports and Entertainment Marketing I | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | None | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| 7423 | Sports and Entertainment Marketing II | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | 7421 Sports and Entertainment Marketing I | 9, 10, 11, 12 |