College Athletic Director
Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.
At a Glance
College Athletic Director. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 2.5 years. Top skills: Intercollegiate Athletics, Operations, Management.
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Bachelor's degree
2.5 years
2
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Education Administrators, Postsecondary
Median Wage
$103,960/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+1.7%
Education
Master's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (15)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Marketing
Fundraising
Student Information Systems
Program Development
Physical Education
External Auditing
Event Management
Conflict Resolution
Bookkeeping
Leadership Studies
Internal Auditing
Reporting and Analysis
Marketing Operations
Facility Management
Common Skills (14)
Operations
Management
Planning
Scheduling
Coordinating
Leadership
Teaching
Administrative Functions
Budgeting
Coaching
Confidentiality
Microsoft Office
Ethical Standards And Conduct
Team Oriented
Certifications (1)
Master Of Business Administration (MBA)
Related Specializations
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