How to Target a Growth Industry Job

Many people are looking beyond the concept of just getting a job--and instead are looking at the big picture--by trying to secure employment in a field that continues to grow. If you are considering this route--you need to know which career arenas are poised for growth. If you are looking for a budding career--explore a job in any of these industries.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

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   Explore the Telecom Industry
   
   With the demand growing for wi-fi, broadband and other new technologies, Telecommunications Network Engineers are going beyond power grid, cable and phone control. The industry is supposed to grow by 53 percent over the next 10 years, and that is also largely due to the telecom industry going green. Communications infrastructure for new products needs to be built, and new construction is embracing green materials and practices. This career was rated at the top of a recent list released in October 2009 by CNNMoney.com and Payscale.com.

2. 

   Go for it in Information Technology
   
   IT Business Analysts were listed sixth on the list, and will experience a 29 percent increase over the next decade. More companies are using IT Business Analysts to make sure they are effectively using technology and doing so cost-effectively. Coming in seventh are Software Development Directors, who design computer programs to help businesses run effectively, while also providing personal-use software programs. And we’re not just talking about making software applications for personal computers—the auto industry relies on these pros to construct the computers in vehicles. Computer and Network Security Consultants ranked last on the list, and these professionals are imperative, as sensitive information travels across computers and the threat of hackers continues.

3. 

   Think About Engineering
   
   Systems engineers will be in demand as well, and were ranked second on the list, as the industry is projected to expand by 45 percent in the next 10 years. These professionals go beyond servicing the aerospace and defense fields, and now a wider range of companies is realizing the need for these pros—car manufacturers and consumer product firms are embracing systems engineers.

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   Consider the Finance Arena
   
   You may not think that anything in the financial industry is growing as the economy thaws out, but as baby boomers hit retirement and younger people are trying to figure out how to secure a retirement in lieu of company pensions, personal financial advisors will be needed big time. This industry will grow by 41 percent over the upcoming 10-year span. Senior Financial Analysts will also rise 34 percent over the next decade.

5. 

   Target the Medical Field
   
   More people are getting pets, so the need for more vets exists. In fact, pet ownership has increased 17 percent over the last 10 years. This field has mirrored advances in human medicine, so veterinary specialists in fields like oncology and ophthalmology are in more demand. Don’t want to see everybody’s Fido? More vets are needed in the food safety, pharmaceutical research and disease control arenas. Physical therapists will continue to thrive, as the industry grows by 27 percent in the next decade. And as the shortage of general physicians continues, physician assistants will continue to be on the rise. These professionals also play a part in the initiative to cut healthcare expenses and treat the rising number of aging people. Imaging technicians were not on the CNNMoney.com/PayScale.com list but have also been in demand.

Resources

• Best Jobs in America
• PayScale Best Jobs

[candoitall]

on 11/22/2009 This is great advice.