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Sample Careers Persuading

Advertising Sales Representatives contact potential clients and make sales presentations with the goal of selling advertising space to businesses and individuals.

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Academic majors to consider:

  • Advertising

  • Marketing

  • Public Relations

Buyers purchase quality goods at bargain prices to support companies in their daily operations.

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Academic majors to consider:

  • International Trade and Marketing

  • Business Administration

  • Retail and Strategic Management

Interpreters convert spoken, written, or signed information from one language to another in a variety of settings, from courthouses to medical facilities and business settings to community events.

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Academic majors to consider:

  • Foreign Language

  • American Sign Language

  • International Relations

Social Services Directors oversee social service programs and train staff on how best to help people cope with life’s challenges.

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Academic majors to consider:

  • Sociology

  • Psychology

  • Criminal Justice

Bankers manage the financial needs of their clients either at the individual or corporate level.

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Academic majors to consider:

  • General Finance

  • Accounting

  • Business

Credit Analysts gather financial documents and records to review the creditworthiness of individuals applying for credit such as loans or credit cards.

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Academic majors to consider:

  • Economics

  • Mathematics

  • Business Administration

Office Managers oversee employees, maintain records, and ensure the office runs smoothly.

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Academic majors to consider:

  • Business Administration

  • Business Management

  • Sociology

Other Jobs to Consider

  • Computer and IS Manager

  • Architectural or Engineering Manager

  • Advertising and Promotions Manager

  • Financial Manager

  • Air Traffic Controller

  • Sales Manager

  • Lawyer

  • Compensation or Benefits Manager

  • Judge or Hearing Officer

  • Public Relations Manager

  • Human Resources Manager

  • Training or Development Manager

  • Top Executive

  • Industrial Production Manager

  • Sales Engineer

  • Medical or Health Services Manager

Branch Managers supervise bank branch staff and ensure that the branch follows security and cash-handling protocols.

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Academic majors to consider:

  • Business Management

  • Financial Management Services

  • Public Finance

Customer Service Managers are responsible for training staff, keeping customers satisfied, and ensuring customer loyalty.

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Academic majors to consider:

  • Communications

  • Public Relations

  • Advertising

Personnel Recruiters identify and seek out talented individuals to fill job openings for companies.

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Academic majors to consider:

  • Organizational Leadership

  • Psychology

  • Communications

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