Fast-growing, high-paying careers for women
After a tumultuous year with many ups and downs, there may finally be a light at the end of the tunnel. Growing confidence that the worst of the pandemic may be behind us has led many people to take inven-tory of their careers. Wom-en looking to change jobs soon may be exploring their options as they look for fulfilling, lucrative careers. The following are some profitable, in-de-mand career options, cour-tesy of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and Forbes.com.
Chief executive officer CEOs are instrumental in both public- and private-sector industries. They are the top of the managerial food chain, and as such, command competitive sal-aries. A female CEO can expect to earn a median income of $90,000-$95,000.
Civil engineer. The BLS predicts civil engineer jobs will grow by 11% by 2026. Civil engineers will be responsible for revamping aging infrastructure, including roads, dams and bridges. An average salary is $67,000 per year.
Nurse practitioner Health care jobs are booming and in demand. Working hide-pendently or in collabora-tion with physicians, nurse practitioners provide pri-mary care or specialize in various concentrations. Nurse practitioners earn a median annual income of $98,000.
Pharmacist: In addition to harboring a passion for providing quality health care to their communities, pharmacists often have a love for the chemistry involved in medications. Pharmacists must be licensed and possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Pharmacists work in retail settings, but also in hospitals and clinics. The average annual salary for pharmacists is $98,000.
Computer and system information manager A growing focus on inclusivi-ty within STEM fields means now is a great time for women to pursue careers in these lines of work. Computer and infor-mation system managers plan, coordinate and direct the work of computer pro-fessionals while researching the latest trends in technology. Opportunities within this profession are expected to grow by 12% by 2026. Individuals in this field earn a median salary of $90,000.
Management analysts: Management analysts are brought in to fmd ways to make an organization more profitable or improve its efficiency. Travel and con-sultation may be likely, so those should be consider-ations. Management ana-lysts earn an average annu-al income of around $75,000.
Software developer. Keep-ing up with the technologi-cal times means having up-to-date equipment and software. Software devel-opers help to write code or design applications for company use. This is a quickly growing field in which professionals earn average annual salaries of $85,000.
High-paying, stable jobs are out there for women who are in the market for a career change or trying to decide which fields to pur-sue.