Forget everything you think you know about management roles, like the idea that for the rest of your life, you’ll be chained to a desk under a ceiling of fluorescent lights.
That’s not what management looks like—or at least, it doesn’t have to be.
A business management degree doesn’t condemn you to a cubicle; it opens doors. And some of those doors lead to jobs that are anything but ordinary. Let’s look at 10 of them.
Ever thought of turning your love of travel into a career? Luxury travel advisors research exotic locations, secure travel, and draft dream itineraries. This role draws on serious sales and organizational skills: two things you’ll hone with a business management degree.
Sure, you’ll need certification, but once that’s done, you’ll spend your days crafting unforgettable vacations for paying clients. (And there’s no better way to get inspiration for your own vacations.)
If you’ve ever seen or (gulp) experienced a wedding disaster, you understand the need for event planners. They go beyond weddings, orchestrating everything from red-carpet galas to conferences and conventions. They scout venues, manage vendors, and put out fires, all while making it look easy.
Tour managers have a rough gig. They handle travel, lodging, budgeting, and sometimes double-LP-sized egos. This is not a career path for the faint of heart, but if you’re a music lover, a management degree can give you the skills you need to break into this competitive business. Just be prepared to start small. (Think local band small.)
Managing an online community is, shall we say, tricky. Online community managers face this challenge head on by engaging with audiences, building brand loyalty, and nurturing an online community. They’re like Reddit moderators, only they actually make bank.
If you earn a BBA in management with a digital marketing certificate (like you can at UT Permian Basin), you’ll be more than ready to take on this role.
Want to make the world greener and make a little green? Become a sustainability manager. These managers develop strategies for eco-friendly operations, helping companies comply with environmental, health, and safety regulations. Management coursework typically covers business analytics as well as brand and project management—all vital for this field.
Want to put your business acumen to good use? Management skills are in high demand across the nonprofit world. Check out roles like:
Whether meeting financial goals or charting a philanthropic course, these professionals ensure that nonprofits run smoothly and deliver on their mission.
Think the film industry is out of reach? Think again. Production managers are the glue holding shoots together, handling budgets, hiring crews, and securing locations. The job can be chaotic, and the hours are long. But nothing compares to seeing your work on the big screen. Plus, it’s a perfect launchpad for aspiring producers.
HR managers get a bad rap. And that was before Coldplay’s Chris Martin uncovered an HR director’s cheating scandal. But the truth is, HR managers are often the only thing standing between a functioning company and utter chaos. If you’re tired of the stereotypes, maybe it’s time to rewrite them by pursuing this profession yourself?
If you love sports but don’t see yourself on the field, consider a management role behind the scenes. Teams at all levels need someone to manage schedules, finances, events, and fan engagement. (They are businesses after all.) A management degree gives you the communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills expected in unconventional management roles like these.
Don’t see your dream job on the list? Create it. Entrepreneurs are visionaries, true, but it takes more than a million-dollar idea to start a business, let alone run one. You need to be able to make smart decisions, lead a team, handle finances, and scale an idea … you see where we’re going with this. You need a business management degree.
If this list is any indication, a management degree can take you anywhere. Don’t see a management role that excites you? It’s out there. All you need is the right degree.
The University of Texas Permian Basin offers an online Bachelor of Business Administration in Management that will prepare you for all manner of leadership roles, whether you want to be a crisis manager or celebrity’s household manager—just a couple of roles that didn’t make the list.
You wouldn’t settle for a career that doesn’t fit your lifestyle. Why should your education be any different? Within our program, courses are entirely online and designed to fit around your schedule. Watch a lecture after work or submit a discussion board comment on your lunch break. You decide.
Check out our online BBA in management program. And when you’re ready to take the lead, apply to UT Permian Basin.
Sources:
https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/great-community-management-tips
https://www.bls.gov/green/sustainability/sustainability.htm
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/nonprofit-management-careers
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/what-does-sports-manager-do
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