Managers whose accomplishments reflect strong leadership qualities and the ability to improve the efficiency or competitive position of their organizations will have the best opportunities in all industries. In an increasingly global economy, certain types of experience, such as international economics, marketing, or information systems, or knowledge of several disciplines, will also be advantageous. Earnings General managers and top executives are among the highest paid workers in the Nation. However, salary levels vary substantially depending upon the level of managerial responsibility, length of service, and type, size, and location of the firm. Salaries are related to the size of the corporation a top manager in a very large corporation can earn significantly more than a counterpart in a small firm.
Salaries also vary substantially by type and level of responsibilities and by industry.
Company-paid insurance premiums, physical examinations, executive dining rooms, use of company cars, paid country club memberships, and expense allowances are among the benefits enjoyed by some general managers and top executives in private industry. Related Occupations General managers and top executives plan, organize, direct, control, and coordinate the operations of an organization and its major departments or programs. The members of the board of directors and supervisory managers are also involved in these activities. Occupations in government with similar functions are governor, mayor, postmaster, commissioner, director, and office chief. Information about general managers and top executives in specific industries may be obtained from organizations listed under a number of headings for example, administration, administrators, directors, executives, management, managers, and superintendents in various encyclopedias or directories of associations in public libraries.