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Master’s in Organization Development and Leadership Career Outlook
The economy may heat up or cool down, entire industries might come and go, but effective leadership is always in high demand. An online Master’s in Organization Development and Leadership (MODL) from Saint Joseph’s University will give you the leadership education to take command of any career situation and stand apart in the eyes of employers.
At the same time, developing as a leader helps ensure maximum career flexibility in an economy that rewards versatility and expertise in the art of managing people and teams. The experiential online learning environment at Saint Joseph’s University will also have you apply leadership concepts in your own organization as you learn them in class, helping you grow into higher profile leadership roles even before you graduate. That’s one reason why nearly eight out of ten online MODL graduates from Saint Joseph’s University get promoted or increase their management influence once they receive the degree.
The need for effective leadership often transcends job titles, but for those jobs most often associated with advanced leadership skills, the career outlook is outstanding.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects high-level executive and management jobs to grow much faster than average nearly across the board. Here’s a sample of government job growth estimates and salary data for common executive positions:
Executive Job Growth
Estimated percentage of employment growth between 2008-2018 by executive category
| Job Title | Percentage of Growth |
| Human Resources/Labor Relations Executives | 22% |
| Medical/Health Services Executives | 16% |
| Administrative Services Executives | 12% |
| Engineering/Natural Science Executives | 8% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition http://www.bls.gov/oco/
Average Executive Salary
Median annual salary by executive category
| Job Title |
Annual Salary |
| Engineering/Natural Science Executives | $141,030 |
| Human Resources/Labor Relations Executives | $96,130 |
| Medical/Health Services Executives | $87,040 |
| Administrative Services Executives | $85,980 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition http://www.bls.gov/oco/
To learn more about the online Master’s in Organization Development and Leadership from Saint Joseph’s University and what it can do for your career, call (866) 758-7670 to speak with an admissions representative right away or request more information.
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