Postsecondary Education Administrator

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Postsecondary Education Administrator

Shape the future of education by leading academic programs and student services.
Impact student success and institutional growth through strategic leadership.
Engage in diverse roles from hiring staff to enhancing learning outcomes.

💰 Earn $96K-$170K

📚 Master Degree

⏱️ 48 MONTH TRAINING

📈 2.9% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

Design or use assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
Recruit, hire, train, and terminate departmental personnel.
Direct, coordinate, and evaluate the activities of personnel, including support staff engaged in administering academic institutions, departments, or alumni organizations.
Advise students on issues such as course selection, progress toward graduation, and career decisions.
Plan, administer, and control budgets, maintain financial records, and produce financial reports.

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Minimum Education

Master Degree

Career Prospects

Good (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

Over 4 years

Job Openings

15,200 Annually

Median Earnings

$125,990 in California

$102,610 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Influencing or leading others
Relating with or serving others
Using data or completing tasks

You are skilled in 💫

Active Listening
Management of Personnel Resources
Monitoring
Service Orientation
Speaking

You value 🙏

Accomplishing things
Having freedom
Personal relationships

Deep Dive

Postsecondary Education Administrator

Explore career pathways, key skills, and what each role has to offer.

Pathways to this Career

Learn about the education and training paths that can lead to this career — and what to expect from each one.

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-3 years

Vocational School

A vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ FINISH IN 6 months - 2 years

Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years

Hybrid College

A hybrid college combines online learning with the student support typically offered on college campuses, giving students flexibility and accessibility while still providing a comprehensive educational experience.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-5 years