General Managers & Top Executives Description OES Code: 190050 General Managers and Executives are top and middle managers whose duties and responsibilities are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any functional or line area of management and administration. These managers generally work through departmental or subordinate executives. This category does not include managers of smaller establishments who typically engage in the same activities as the workers they supervise and report them in the appropriate category in the other divisions. Annual Salaries median high New, no experience: $34,299 $69,805 New, experienced: $39,894 $91,000 3 yrs+ experience: $50,856 $119,662 This occupational category includes specific occupational titles which may vary in knowledge requirements, responsibility, occupational rank and pay. Pay may also vary by industry and size of firm. In particular, top executives, especially in larger organizations, may earn at rates which pay considerably above the high end of the ranges shown above. Local Wages • CCOIS Survey • OES Survey Hours & Benefits Almost all employers include paid vacation and medical and dental insurance and sick leave as part of their benefit package. Life insurance, retirement plans and vision insurance also are offered by most employers. Employment Trends Employment 1996 361,510 Projected Employment 2006 445,640 Growth Rate 1996-2006 23.3% Openings due to Separations 85,780 Employment Trends by California County The United States is experiencing a service revolution. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), by the year 2005 service providing industries will account for almost 80 percent of our nation's jobs. These service industries, which include government, banking, retail, transportation and health care, sell services rather than specific goods. To provide these services, industries rely upon their employees as a valuable resource. This increased need for capable and productive employees has affected the field of executive management. Advancement This is a career track occupation. Employers usually do not hire inexperienced applicants for this occupation, but do promote from within from lower ranking supervisorial and managerial positions. Many employers recruit through newspaper advertisements. Getting the Job & Other Information College students would be well advised to join a student association of a management professional organization to learn more about the field and network with other professionals. Such contacts provide job seekers with job leads. Students should also register with their college placement office and read classified ads. Job seekers can apply directly to government and private agencies and register with the Employment Development Department. For current job listings, browse CalJOBS or America's Job Bank.

Click arrow at bottom left of image to begin. Requires QuickTime Education and Training Many employers report that most recent hires have completed BA or MA degrees. Employers almost always require prior experience, but sometimes substitute training for experience. Employers expect skill needs will increase over the next five years for this occupation in areas such as computer use, interpersonal communication, legal knowledge, and organization and management skills. Certain jobs may also require additional background in such fields as engineering, finance, health or law. Graduate work is becoming increasingly important for management executives. Skills & Other Requirements Most employers report that Management and Top Executives need to have knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software. Many also mentioned database software is important also. In addition to the software mentioned above, employers also report that the following technical skills are important: Ability to analyze data to solve problems; Ability to read and comprehend information quickly Ability to interpret data; Public contact skills, Performance appraisal skills; Verbal presentation skills; Ability to hire/assign personnel; Knowledge of economic principles; Knowledge of financial planning; Knowledge of business math; Familiarity with computerized accounting; Knowledge of the organization &. other occupational duties Employers also mentioned that the following Personal Skills are very important also: Ability to plan and organize the work of others; Ability to maintain good business relationships; Ability to interview others for information; Familiarity with statistical analysis; Ability to give oral instructions; Ability to take charge and handle the unexpected; Ability to motivate others, Leadership skills; Skill in setting work priorities; Ability to work independently; Oral communication skills; Ability to work under pressure; Ability to interact well with others; Ability to write effectively. References Note: The references below (and/or on other parts of this page) will link to pages on the internet outside the Career Video system. Related Occupation: Human Resources Manager #135 Training: California State Training Inventory   © State of California EDD/LMID, US Department of Labor Unless indicated otherwise, wage data is based on Statewide aggregated CCOIS survey responses between 1995 and 1997. Questions or Comments? Contact us.