Managing Director (General)
Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.
At a Glance
Managing Director (General) earns an average of $112,121/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 5.8–6.4 years. Top skills: Management, Leadership, Finance.
$112,121/yr
Bachelor's degree
5.8–6.4 years
37
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
General and Operations Managers
Median Wage
$102,950/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.4%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (13)
Finance
Accounting
Business Development
Procure-To-Pay (PTP)
Clinical Research
Operating Expense
Asset Management
Investments
Value Propositions
Marketing
Pharmaceuticals
Public Relations
Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
Common Skills (16)
Management
Leadership
Operations
Communication
Accountability
Budgeting
Influencing Skills
Sales
Self-Motivation
Virtual Teams
Multitasking
Research
Team Performance Management
Scheduling
Creative Problem Solving
Certifications (1)
Master Of Business Administration (MBA)
Related Specializations
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