Money Magazine and Salary.com recently ranked careers according to market demand, pay, stress levels, and other factors. Here is a list of the top five business careers, and what it takes to break into each profession.

1. Software Engineer
Because computer programs are used in practically every industry, the job market for software engineers is huge. At the high end of the pay scale, software engineers can earn well into the six figure category. At the entry level, most companies require a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field.

2. Financial Advisor
Financial advisors, once they have enough clients, can earn a lot of money without having to work ridiculous hours. Most financial advisor jobs require a bachelor's degree in business or a related field, but in order to sell certain products, they often need to take professional certification examinations.

3. Human Resources Manager
Human resources managers are becoming increasingly more important to a company's bottom line, because they are responsible for managing employee programs that minimize corporate costs. Most human resource jobs only require a bachelor's degree in business or a related field.

4. Market Research Analyst
A market research analyst tries to understand how a certain product will sell within a target customer group. Most market research companies or consulting firms that hire market research analysts look for applicants who have at least a bachelors in business or another related field. At more advanced levels, market research analysts can easily make six figures.

5. Computer IT Analyst
The demand for entry level computer IT analysts is extremely high, and potential jobs include help desk technician, manager of information systems, and webmaster. The entry level salary for an IT technician is around $60K. Most employers like to see a degree in computer science from applicants, but some only require certain software certifications.

Source
CNN

Return to Top