Chief Operating Officer
Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.
At a Glance
Chief Operating Officer earns an average of $175,000/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 8.3 years. Top skills: Management, Operations, Leadership.
$175,000/yr
Bachelor's degree
8.3 years
4
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Chief Executives
Median Wage
$206,420/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.3%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (17)
Finance
Governance
Financial Management
Accounting
Real Estate
Marketing
Auditing
Business Operations
Uniform Commercial Code
Public Policies
Billing
Capital Expenditure
Change Management
Renovation
Budget Development
Data Manipulation
Organizational Leadership
Common Skills (13)
Management
Operations
Leadership
Customer Service
Communication
Ethical Standards And Conduct
Problem Solving
Sales
Decision Making
Strategic Planning
Research
Information Technology
Strategic Thinking
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
Related Pages
Frequently Asked Questions
Want to build these skills?
Sign up to find courses that teach these skills, track your progress, and build a skills passport aligned to Chief Operating Officer.
Get Started Free