The need for effective leadership often transcends job titles, but for those jobs most often associated with advanced leadership skills, the career outlook is outstanding.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects high-level executive and management jobs to grow much faster than average nearly across the board. Here’s a sample of government job growth estimates and salary data for common executive positions:
Executive Job Growth
Estimated percentage of employment growth between 2008-2018 by executive category:
Human Resources/Labor Relations Executives -- 22%
Medical/Health Services Executives -- 16%
Administrative Services Executives -- 12%
Engineering/Natural Science Executives -- 8%
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition [http://www.bls.gov/oco/]