Business, Management & Administration
Have you ever run a lemonade stand, started a lawn service, or sold something door-to-door when you were growing up?
Then you should consider a career in 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOC503 | AP MACROECONOMICS | Social Sciences | Business, Management & Administration | None | 11, 12 |
| SOC507 | AP MICROECONOMICS | Social Sciences | Business, Management & Administration | None | 11, 12 |
| BIT220 | BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | None | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| BIT203 | BUSINESS LAW | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | None | 10, 11, 12 |
| ENG503 | COLLEGE AND CAREER WRITING | English | Business, Management & Administration | ENG102 or ENG103, ENG202 or ENG203 | 11, 12 |
| BIT233 | COMPUTER SCIENCE ESSENTIALS (PLTW) | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | None | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| BIT121 | COMPUTERS FOR PROFESSIONALS | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | None | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| FCS401 | CULINARY ARTS I | Family & Consumer Science | Business, Management & Administration | FCS201 | 11, 12 |
| FCS402 | CULINARY ARTS II | Family & Consumer Science | Business, Management & Administration | FCS401 - students will need to earn a | 11, 12 |
| BIT334 | CYBERSECURITY (PLTW) | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | BIT121 or BIT233 | 10, 11, 12 |
| SOC401 | ECONOMICS | Social Sciences | Business, Management & Administration | None | 11, 12 |
| BIT208 | ENTREPRENEURSHIP | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | None | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| BIT401 | FINANCIAL LITERACY | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | SENIOR STANDING (required for graduation) | 12 |
| BIT101 | INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | None | 9, 10, 11 |
| BIT206 | INTRODUCTION TO SERVICE | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | None | 10, 11, 12 |
| BIT207 | MANAGING SERVICE IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY | Family & Consumer Science | Business, Management & Administration | None | 10, 11, 12 |
| BIT201 | MARKETING PRINCIPLES I | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | BIT101 | 10, 11, 12 |
| BIT301 | MARKETING PRINCIPLES II | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | BIT201 | 11, 12 |
| BIT211 | ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | Application process with the instructor | 10, 11, 12 |
| BIT205 | PRINCIPLES OF HOSPITALITY | Family & Consumer Science | Business, Management & Administration | None | 10, 11, 12 |
| BIT304 | PROFESSIONAL SEMINAR | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | None | 11, 12 |
| BIT306 | RETAILING PRINCIPLES | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | None | 11, 12 |
| BIT307 | SELLING PRINCIPLES | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | None | 11, 12 |
| BIT202 | SMALL BUSINESS ACCOUNTING I | Business & Information Technology | Business, Management & Administration | None | 10, 11, 12 |