Over the next decade, several professions are projected to experience significant growth. Below is a list of these in-demand jobs, along with the corresponding college majors and their projected employment growth rates:
| College Major | Top In-Demand Jobs |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | – Software Developer – Data Scientist – Information Security Analyst – Web Developer – AI/Machine Learning Engineer – Blockchain Developer – Cloud Security Architect – Robotics Engineer |
| Nursing | – Registered Nurse – Nurse Practitioner – Nurse Anesthetist – Nurse Midwife – Telehealth Nurse – Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Gerontology Nurse – Nurse Informaticist |
| Business Administration | – Financial Analyst – Marketing Manager – Operations Manager – Management Analyst – Sustainability Consultant – E-commerce Manager – Chief Diversity Officer – Innovation Manager |
| Healthcare Administration | – Healthcare Manager – Medical and Health Services Manager – Health Information Manager – Health Data Analyst – Clinical Informatics Specialist – Telemedicine Manager – Healthcare IT Manager |
| Engineering (Various Disciplines) | – Civil Engineer – Mechanical Engineer – Electrical Engineer – Biomedical Engineer – Renewable Energy Engineer – Robotics Process Automation (RPA) Engineer – Autonomous Vehicle Engineer – Aerospace Systems Engineer |
| Environmental Science | – Environmental Consultant – Environmental Health and Safety Specialist – Conservation Scientist – Climate Change Analyst – Environmental Policy Advisor – Urban Sustainability Consultant – Wildlife Biologist |
| Finance | – Financial Analyst – Accountant – Auditor – Financial Planner – Cryptocurrency Analyst – Fintech Specialist – Environmental Finance Specialist – Impact Investment Analyst |
| Marketing | – Marketing Manager – Digital Marketing Specialist – Brand Manager – Market Research Analyst – Growth Hacker – Customer Experience (CX) Strategist – Influencer Marketing Manager – Voice Search Optimization Specialist |
| Information Technology (IT) | – IT Manager – Network Administrator – Systems Analyst – Cloud Computing Specialist – Cybersecurity Specialist – Cloud Solutions Architect – DevOps Engineer – Artificial Intelligence Specialist |
| Education | – Postsecondary Educator – Instructional Coordinator – Special Education Teacher – School Administrator – EdTech Specialist – Online Learning Coordinator – Learning Experience Designer – Data Analyst for Education |
These growth rates are based on projections from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics for the period from 2023 to 2033. Pursuing a major aligned with these areas can position you for a successful career in the coming years!
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