Summary
Quick Facts: Training and Development Managers | |
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$89,170 per year
$42.87 per hour |
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Bachelor’s degree | |
1 to 5 years | |
None | |
29,800 | |
15% (About as fast as average) | |
4,300 |
What Training and Development Managers Do
Training and development managers plan, direct, and coordinate programs to enhance the knowledge and skills of an organization’s employees. They also oversee a staff of training and development specialists.
Work Environment
Training and development managers work in almost every industry. They typically work in offices and spend much of their time working with people. Most work full time.
How to Become a Training and Development Manager
Candidates need a combination of education and related work experience to become a training and development manager. Although managers need a bachelor’s degree for most positions, some jobs require a master’s degree.
Pay
The median annual wage of training and development managers was $89,170 in May 2010.
Job Outlook
Employment of training and development managers is expected to grow 15 percent from 2010 to 2020, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Job opportunities should be best for those with a master’s degree, certification, or related work experience.
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