Management Careers: Administrative Services Managers

Essential Career Information

2017 Median Pay $64,100

2016, Number of Jobs 147,300

Employment Growth Forecast, 2016-2026 18%

Entry-Level Education Requirements Bachelor's Degree

2017, Wage of the Highest 10% $39,730

2017, Wage of the Lowest 10% $109,990
Top Executives

Education and Certifications Top Executives Need

The education requirements for a top executive may vary depending on the company size and industry, but most top executives have at least a four-year degree, such as a Bachelor of Business Administration or a degree related to the field of their company's industry.

Top executives in education, such as college presidents and school superintendents, typically have a Doctorate of Education Administration or a Doctorate in the field they originally taught in. Top executives in the public sector often have a bachelor or Master of Business Administration, Public Administration, Law, or the liberal arts. Top executives for large companies most commonly have a Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Professionals seeking a top executive career typically need extensive work experience in their company's industry.

Top executives may obtain a voluntary certification, known as the Certified Manager (CM) credential, through the Institute of Certified Professional Managers. Certification may help with job competition and career advancement opportunities.