San Francisco Business Management Jobs Among The Nation's Top Salaries
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, business managers have an average annual salary of $110,000. And with several high-profile companies like Bechtel, Salesforce.com and Wells Fargo all based in San Francisco - amid a strong local economy - management positions command an even higher wage compensation.
While most management positions typically require work experience, a college degree is often part of the equation. Take for example the academic careers of the leaders of the aforementioned companies – Wells Fargo CEO John Stumpf, Bechtel chairman Riley Bechtel and CEO Mark Benioff of Salesforce.com all possess at least a bachelor's degree in business or an M.B.A. Still, although an undergraduate degree in business is no guarantee for obtaining a high level position in San Francisco, it's one of the most practical plan in today's world. That's because there are a number of other management positions a business graduate can consider, such as executive positions in finance, marketing, human resources and education.
Fortunately for Bay Area students, there are a number of business programs to consider. Among them are the University of San Francisco's School of Management, San Francisco State University's College of Business and Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. For students who have difficulty traveling to a physical campus, online business courses like those offered from the University of Phoenix can be a very convenient way to pursue a business degree or even an M.B.A.
And what will the job outlook be for business students after graduation? The latest information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that almost all listed management positions are expected to have an employment change through 2022, at or higher than the average of all other occupations. Thus, the future seems very bright for many of those pursuing a business degree.
Randy Yagi is a freelance writer covering all things San Francisco. In 2012, he was awarded a Media Fellowship from Stanford University. His work can be found on Examiner.com Examiner.com.