Management Occupations

Administrative services and facilities managers plan, direct, and coordinate activities that help an organization run efficiently.

Advertising, promotions, and marketing managers plan programs to generate interest in products or services.

Architectural and engineering managers plan, direct, and coordinate activities in the fields of architecture and engineering.

Compensation and benefits managers plan, develop, and oversee programs to pay employees.

Computer and information systems managers plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization.

Construction managers plan, coordinate, budget, and supervise construction projects from start to finish.

Elementary, middle, and high school principals oversee all school operations, including daily school activities.

Emergency management directors prepare plans and procedures for responding to natural disasters or other emergencies. They also help lead the response during and after emergencies.

Entertainment and recreation managers plan, direct, and coordinate activities and operations related to fitness and leisure.

Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers run establishments that produce crops, livestock, and dairy products.

Financial managers create financial reports, direct investment activities, and develop plans for the long-term financial goals of their organization.

Food service managers are responsible for the daily operation of restaurants or other establishments that prepare and serve food and beverages.

Human resources managers plan, coordinate, and direct the administrative functions of an organization.

Industrial production managers oversee the operations of manufacturing and related plants.

Lodging managers ensure that guests have a pleasant experience at an accommodations facility. They also plan, direct, or coordinate activities to ensure that the facility is efficient and profitable.

Natural sciences managers plan, supervise, or coordinate research and other activities in fields such as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, and statistics.

Postsecondary education administrators oversee student services, academics, and faculty research at colleges and universities.

Preschool and childcare center directors supervise and lead their staffs, design program plans, oversee daily activities, and prepare budgets.

Property, real estate, and community association managers oversee many aspects of residential, commercial, or industrial properties.

Public relations managers direct the creation of materials that will enhance the public image of their employer or client. Fundraising managers coordinate campaigns that bring in donations for their organization.

Sales managers plan, direct, or coordinate the delivery of a product or service to the customer.

Social and community service managers coordinate and supervise programs and organizations that support public well-being.

Top executives plan strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals.

Training and development managers plan, coordinate, and direct skills- and knowledge-enhancement programs for an organization’s staff.

Transportation, storage, and distribution managers plan, direct, or coordinate the movement of people and goods.