Types of Jobs in Business Management

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Business management involves staffing, organizing and planning to meet department or organizational goals. Employers request some management job applicants to complete on-the-job training, while some require an associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Business managers can find employment opportunities in warehouses, hospitals, financial institutions, corporations and government agencies.

Branch Managers

Branch managers are management professionals who work in specialty stores, department stores and supermarkets. One duty of branch managers includes controlling staff operations such as hiring, training and firings based on store branch goals. Other duties include maintaining store inventory and developing store budgets. Educational requirements include an associate's degree in business administration with on-the-job training. Required skills include computer, interpersonal and leadership abilities. Employment opportunities include training as branch directors.

Employee Assistance Plan Managers

Employee assistance plan managers assists employees obtain work-life balance. Duties include researching family care options, developing occupation safety and health programs and coordinating counseling sessions with qualified professionals. Educational requirements include a bachelor's degree in business management, human resources or psychology. Required skills are computer, communication and leadership abilities. Employment opportunities include hospitals, banks and government agencies.

Facility Managers

Facility managers are responsible for providing direct guidance to custodial, grounds and maintenance staff workers. Specialized duties include facilities operations such as supplies, equipment and building management. Basic education requirements include a bachelor's degree in business management or human resources with coursework in employment staffing, finance and economics, Additional training in facilities management is provided with on-the-job training. Some employers include warehouses, hotels and hospitals.

Purchasing Managers

Purchasing managers are responsible for negotiating and buying durable and non-durable goods, services and supplies. Some managers start as entry-level purchasing agents with on-the-job training. Manufacturing firms, distributors and stores require a bachelor's degree in business management, economics or finance with on-the-job training. Other qualifications include a knowledge of supply-chain management and planning production. Additional purchasing training or an advanced degree provide the background for purchasing directors.

References

• The Bureau of Labor Statistics: Management and Business and Financial Occupations
• Career Descriptions: Branch Managers

Resources

• The College Grad: Career Information on Purchasing Managers, Buyers and Purchasing Agents