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Business Careers for Women

Career: Business
Average salary: Varies greatly based on education level and job skills
Degree needed: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business or related fields
Certifications: Varies based on job skills
Great fields for Business degrees: Advertising, Marketing, Accounting and Finance


Common employers: Self-operated business, small businesses, corporations, companies, financial institutions, local and Federal government, entertainment industry and educational institutes
Job outlook: Good job growth, best job opportunities for women with master’s degrees or several years experience


Common duties may include:

  • Managing the daily operations of a business or company
  • Reviewing resumes and conducting interviews
  • Dealing with insurance, 401(k) and other benefits
  • Analyzing business performance
  • Making changes to increase performance and revenue

Skills needed:

  • Good at seeing “the big pictureâ€?
  • Organized
  • Good at communication
  • Good people skills
  • Computer knowledge
  • Good at math
  • Analytical abilities

YourBeanstalk’s Opinion: The business world has many jobs for women that cater to dozens of skill sets. The beautiful thing about most business jobs is the ability to move laterally within a company if your current job isn’t fitting your skill sets, and the potential for upward mobility. Because of the wide variety of careers within business, it’s a great career for women in every walk of life, from single mom to the career-driven woman.

 

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