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Training and Development Managers

Median Salary
125,040
Job Outlook
+12%
In-Demand

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Plan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

72%

Private not for profit

16%

State and local government

7%

Self-employed

3%

Federal Government

3%

What is the job outlook?

Employment of training and development managers is projected to grow 7 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations. About 3,600 openings for training and development managers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$79,330

10%

$125,040

Median

$164,780

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    71%

  • Master's degree

    21%

  • Post baccalaureate

    7%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Business Administration and Management, General
  • Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Learning Sciences
  • Industrial and Organizational Psychology
  • Organizational Behavior Studies
  • Adult and Continuing Education Administration
  • Organizational Communication, General
  • Executive/Career Coaching

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Education and Training
  • English Language
  • Personnel and Human Resources
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Administration and Management

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.