Most business graduates work in comfortable offices near the operations they direct or the top executives to whom they report. Executives work in more lavish offices and often have cars, club memberships and expense allowances that facilitate meetings with other people. Long hours, including evenings and weekends, and business discussions during social engagements are common. Travel is frequently required between national, regional and local offices. Top executives may travel to meet their counterparts in other countries.
Managers experience considerable pressure to meet goals.
Texas Estimated Salary Data. In general, students with a major in accounting, business computer applications, and finance command higher initial salaries than those with a major in management, marketing, or general business. Salaries also vary from city to city, with increases tied to work experience. General managers and top executives held over 3.1 million jobs in 1990. Employment is most concentrated in restaurants, groceries, institutions, and hospitals.