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    20 Best MBA Degree Jobs That Pay Well

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    Team Careers360Updated on 12 Mar 2024, 12:03 PM IST

    A Master of Business Administration or MBA degree is one of the most popular post graduation courses that it is worth investing in. As it is said in a famous quote, “what you sow is what you reap”. When you have invested in any of the MBA specialisation it will definitely give it returns by offering a higher pay salary. However it also depends on the subject knowledge, skillset and the experience you hold.

    20 Best MBA Degree Jobs That Pay Well
    20 Best MBA Degree Jobs That Pay Well

    The MBA graduates who completed their degrees in 2021 offered six figure salaries as per the Graduate Management Admission Council's 2021 corporate recruiters survey. These figures in the coming future may also be increased more. But choosing the right job is the most important step to start one's career, it becomes more important if it is your first job as it is going to add to your work experience.

    Let us now look a the 20 best MBA degree Jobs

    Top 20 Best MBA Degree Job

    Marketing Manager

    Supply Chain Manager

    Human Resource Manager

    Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

    Data Analyst

    Artificial Intelligence Engineer

    Brand Manager

    Computer Application Manager

    Digital Marketing Analyst

    ITSM Manager

    Business Development Executive

    Management Consultant

    Financial Manager

    Business Analyst

    Business Development Executive

    Media Planner

    Investment Banker

    Health Services Manager

    Sales Manager

    International Business Manager

    1. Marketing Manager

    Marketing Manager plans for marketing programs of the organizations to attract new customers and products. They are responsible for planning and executing campaigns to raise awareness of the company's products and services. This includes designing, managing and evaluating marketing campaigns, analyzing market trends and engaging in social media strategy.

    The salary of a Marketing Manager in India ranges from Rs 2.4 lakhs to Rs 23.0 lakhs with an average salary of Rs 7.4 lakhs.

    2. Human Resource Manager

    The Human Resource Manager's work includes interviewing, hiring, staffing, planning, managing, coordinating, and evaluating human resources within an organization.

    The salary of an HR Manager in India ranges from Rs 3.0 lakhs to Rs 18.0 lakhs with an average salary of Rs 7.0 lakhs.

    3. Information Technology Manager

    An Information Technology Manager is also known as an IT supervisor or an information systems manager. They are responsible for planning, coordinating, and incorporating computer-related activities. The Managers’s job includes evaluating the latest technology, working with engineers, evaluating computers, and communicating with their CIS team about company procedures, goals, and policies.

    The salary of an Information Technology Manager in India ranges from Rs 2.4 Lakhs to Rs 23.0 lakhs with an average salary of Rs 7.4 lakhs.

    4. Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

    The Chief Executive (CEO) is responsible for planning and implementing the company's goals and visions. Looks after the organization's financial and budgetary acts. Manages products and services activities, contracts, agreements and appointments. They analyze the financial statements and sales reports.

    The salary of a Chief Executive in India ranges from Rs 5.0 lakhs to Rs 102.0 lakhs with an average salary of Rs 33.4 lakhs.

    5. Business Development Executive

    Business Development Executives are responsible for the organization's global operations or foreign business. They deal with a team of employees working from different parts of the world. They look after the organization's operations, finance, accounting, marketing and leadership.

    The salary of an International Business Development Manager ranges from Rs 4.4 lakhs to Rs 25.2 lakhs with an average annual salary of Rs 10.0 lakhs.

    6. Data Analyst

    Data Analysts are responsible to develop strategies for analyzing data and identifying opportunities for improving and implementing the set goals of the company. They are responsible for the raw data transformation into the business. Works with data analytics trends and handles a team of analysts.

    The Data Analytics Managers salary in India ranges from Rs 8.7 lakhs to Rs 39.7 lakhs with an average annual salary of Rs 20.1 lakhs.

    7. Business Analyst

    Business Analysts are responsible for developing and implementing the strategies, transforming the raw data, managing and processing the data collection, modelling and analysis. They work with the sales, marketing and product support team and implement the quality of the data.

    The Business Analytics Managers salary in India ranges from Rs 8.7 lakhs to Rs 39.7 lakhs with an average annual salary of Rs 20.1 lakhs.

    8. Brand Manager

    The brand Manager responsibility is to develop a brand strategy for the organization and look after the value of the brand, product or person. They are involved in branding, communication channels, online and offline promotions and conduct market and consumer research.

    The Brand Manager salary in India ranges from Rs 3.4 lakhs to Rs 32.1 lakhs with an average annual salary of Rs 12.0 lakhs.

    9. Product Manager

    The product manager is responsible for the overall business and technology, products, services and softwares. The product manager works with stakeholders, takes feedback from customers and decides product features.

    The Product Manager salary in India ranges from Rs 6.0 lakhs to Rs 35.0 lakhs with an average annual salary of Rs 16.2 lakhs.

    10. Artificial intelligence Manager

    The artificial intelligence Manager is responsible for handling the organization's technical and management services related to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning applications.

    The artificial intelligence Manager salary is Rs 37.7 lakhs and Rs 44.3 lakhs with an average annual salary of Rs 25 lakhs.

    11. Computer Application Manager

    An Application Manager was also known as IT professionals are responsible for managing the software applications and systems upgrade of an organization. They look after the access of software applications such as installation, patching and updating. Plans and supervises the installation and upgrading of the hardware and software applications.

    A Computer Application Manager salary is Rs 5.2 lakhs to Rs 34.3 lakhs with an average annual salary of Rs 15.3 lakhs.

    12. Management Consultant

    The management consultant is responsible for the development of the business performance.

    They recognize solutions to business problems and suggest changes to implement

    The Management Consultant salary in India ranges from Rs 9.5 lakhs to Rs 35.0 lakhs with an average annual salary of Rs 22.0 lakhs.

    13. Media Planners

    Media Planners are also known as brand planners or strategists. They are responsible for brand advertisements and promotions. They work with clients and help them to understand the media campaigns. They analyze data and research, plan and design ideas, develop clients' media plans, and analyze the data in various media channels.

    The Media Planners salary in India ranges from Rs 2.0 lakhs to Rs 9.4 lakhs with an average annual salary of Rs 4.2 Lakhs.

    14. Health Services Manager

    Health Services Managers are also known as medical service managers or health services management professionals. They help to manage the quality of healthcare services such as organizing people, performance, policy and strategic management, project management, resource and budget management, purchasing and contract management and patient consultation.

    The Health Services Manager salary in India ranges from Rs 1.0 lakhs to Rs 16.9 lakhs with an average annual salary of Rs 4.5 lakhs.

    15. Investment Bank Manager

    Investment Bank Manager is responsible for building client relationships and books. They work with management teams and plan to market and sell the products or services of an organization. They advise them on the best ways for capital raising. They look after the sales and marketing and negotiating and deal-making parts.

    The Investment Bank Manager salary in India ranges from Rs 4.4 lakhs to Rs 30 lakhs with an average annual salary of Rs 16.1 lakhs.

    16. Financial Manager

    As the name Financial Manager is suggesting finance so the Financial Manager is responsible to look after the finances of the company. They work with the team to create accounting and produce financial reports, direct investment activities, cash flow statements, project profit, manage credit, and budget, manage the risk of financial loss, and develop strategies and plans for the company goals.

    The Financial Manager salary in India ranges from Rs 3.5 lakhs to Rs 30.0 lakhs with an average annual salary of Rs 13 lakhs.

    17. Supply Chain Manager

    The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for the management of the flow of goods and services of an organization. Their work includes everything that is for supply be it raw material or the final products. They monitor the timely supply chain and improve productivity by ensuring high-quality material for the company.

    The Supply Chain Manager salary in India ranges from Rs 4.8 lakhs to Rs 25.0 lakhs with an average annual salary of Rs 13.8 lakhs.

    18. Sales Manager

    The sales manager is responsible to lead and supervise a team of sales agents and look after the sales operations of an organization. They set the goals to meet the sales target, and plan and organize budgeting.

    The Sales Manager salary in India ranges from Rs 2.2 lakhs to Rs 14.0 lakhs with an average annual salary of Rs 5.0 lakhs.

    19. International Business Manager

    International Business Manager is responsible for maintaining organisations and business relationships globally. They operate and develop marketing strategies, and analyze and evaluate markets. They cooperate with international procedures and protocols, seek new markets and improve global profitability.

    The International Business Manager salary in India ranges from Rs 4.4 lakhs to Rs 25.2 lakhs with an average annual salary of Rs 10.0 lakhs.

    20. Purchasing Manager

    Purchasing Manager is also known as Purchasing Director responsible for developing purchasing strategies, and procuring goods and services for resale or the company use.

    They work for manufacturers, purchase raw or processed, identify the market, plan and purchase orders, maintain purchase records and also work in other supply chain management.

    The Purchasing Manager salary in India ranges from Rs 3.0 lakhs to Rs 18.5 lakhs with an average annual salary of Rs 7.0 lakhs.

    Let us now look at the top recruiters

    If you are thinking which are the best companies that are recruiting MBA graduates. Here is the list of companies from India and Global that are hiring MBA graduates.

    Global Companies

    • Amazon
    • JP Morgan
    • Apple
    • BCG
    • Procter & Gamble
    • Goldman Sachs
    • Citigroup
    • Walt Disney
    • Nike
    • Facebook
    • Unilever
    • Tesla

    Conclusion

    There are many MBA specialisations that pay well for the freshers as well. An average MBA salary in India ranges between Rs 7.0 lakhs to 12.0 lakhs per annum and it can vary depending on the specialisations. We hope this article has answered some of your queries regarding jobs that one can pursue after completing his/her MBA degree.

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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: How to decide which MBA course is right for me?
    A:

    You can choose an MBA course depending on your interest in a particular area. You must check your business skills and experience if you have any.

    Q: What are the best MBA jobs in India that pay well?
    A:

    Investment Banker, Project Manager, Management Consulting, Business Development Manager, Marketing Manager, Health Services Manager, Artificial intelligence Manager, Chief Executive, Business Analyst, Data Analysts, Data Engineering, Information Technology Manager.

    Q: What are the best MBA government jobs in India?
    A:
    • Management Trainee

    • General Manager posts in Bank and other PSUs

    • Chief Executive Officer

    • Junior and Senior Executive officer in banks and PSUs

    Q: What are the MBA programs types?
    A:
    • MBA full time (1-2 years) 

    • Part time (2+ years)

    • Executive MBA (1-2 years)

    • Online MBA (2+ years) 

    • Distance Education (2-5 years) 

    • 5 year-integrated MBA (includes UG and PG degree)

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