Management | Career Centre

Studies in Management are a great choice for those oriented towards working in business and the corporate world, human resources, non-profit organizations, and strategic planning. A Management major provides the building blocks you will require after graduation to make you an asset in an organization of any size or as an entrepreneur.

Career Options in Management

This list is not exhaustive but provides an idea of the options graduates have and what they have gone on to do. Some options are more directly associated with studies in Management than others.

Bank Research Analyst
Banking Representative
Benefits Coordinator
Brand Manager
Business Administrator
Business Development Consultant
Consumer Advocate
Corporate Financier
Corporate Trainer
Entrepreneur
Executive Officer
Financial Analyst
General Manager
Health Policy Planner
Human Resource Manager
Investment Strategist
Journalist
Labour Relations Mediator

Lawyer
Legal Secretary
Legislative Aid
Lobbyist
Manager/Director
Media Correspondent
Non-profit Administrator
Paralegal
Policy Advisor
Policy Researcher
Politician
Public Relations Consultant
Purchasing Agent/Buyer
Real Estate Agent
Researcher
Risk Manager
Stockbroker
Venture Capitalist

Some of these career choices may require additional education or preparation in the form of graduate studies, experiential education or professional formative courses and exams. For a more in-depth description of some of the careers mentioned above visit Career Cruising (login information can be found on the home page of the Career Centre's online system) or the National Occupational Classification website.

Skills Developed through a Management Degree

A background in Management ensures that you develop the skills and mindset to tackle many different professional challenges.

Core Management Skills

An understanding of the principles of effective management that reflect the diverse scope and varied responsibilities of modern management
General knowledge of marketing, human resources management, financial management and strategic planning
An understanding of general management practices from the perspective of small, medium and large organizations
The ability to gather various types of information, assess them, analyze potential linkages, plan a course of action, and efficiently interact with colleagues to successfully carry out projects.

Communication, Data Gathering and Organizational Skills

An ability to organize, understand and analyze new sources of information and to apply novel forms of technology or new information to different professional settings and tasks
An ability to prepare oral and written presentations and reports using current data and technology
The ability to learn new information and apply this to professional demands
The capacity to critically analyze problems, think creatively and make sound decisions while considering different sides of an argument
The ability to explain complex ideas clearly to others and to apply complex theoretical concepts to everyday practice and professional dilemmas

Management and Teamwork

The ability to interpret and analyze information presented by peers and efficiently and constructively support or challenge their proposals, theories, ideas and reports in order to achieve a project's intended and successful end result
The ability to lead and interact with a variety of people with different approaches and personal and professional backgrounds
Skills enabling you to work effectively in group situations, partaking in decision-making, leading and contributing in various capacities to the ultimate success of the team and task
The capability to identify priorities and proper courses of action, to plan the execution of tasks and to determine and delegate responsibilities to group members to most effectively carry out projects

Professional Associations and Organizations

Knowing an industry and how to excel in it after receiving a degree are key elements of future success. University study sets up the building blocks you will need to develop and enhance your understanding and knowledge in your career. Being part of a professional organization or network and gaining further insight through training are excellent ways of increasing your knowledge of the field.