Most Attractive Business Management Careers for 2008 College Graduates

A business degree at the Bachelors or MBA level both present a number of job opportunities for college graduates in 2008, but the job market can be competitive for those just entering the working world. While management positions are plentiful, there are a few segments of the industry that are expected to grow faster than average, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Each year, the Bureau of Labor Statistics updates its Occupational Outlook Handbook with salary information and a forecast of the different occupations within each industry. From computer information systems to healthcare management, there are many attractive business management career options for recent recent grads. Whether you're looking for a new job after college or just lining up a career beyond your current path, here's a look at the most attractive business management careers for students of the 2008 graduating class:

Computer and Information Systems Managers
This segment of the industry is expected to grow faster than average through 2016, especially with more employers needing highly skilled technical workers in a variety of disciplines. Experience as a systems analyst, support specialist, or project manager is valuable for your application; median annual earnings for positions in this field wee $101,580 in 2006. College grads can begin as a support specialist, assistant project manager, or computer programmer to launch a career in this field.

Medical and Health Services Managers
The healthcare industry is growing rapidly with the emergence of new technologies and database driven enterprises. Demand for health services managers is on the rise, especially for those with a master's degree or higher. Those with a bachelor's degree can pursue entry-level positions as an office assistant or systems administrator. Recent graduates with a master's degree can pursue mid-level management potions such as department managers or supervisors, and many hospitals also offer fellowships and postgraduate resident programs. Median annual earnings for positions in this field were $73,340.