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Development and Training Managers Job Overview

Development and training is an important field of human resource management. Every organization, whether big or small, wishes to attract the most talented employees. This requirement is fulfilled by the development and training managers. They act as the connection between the employees and the top management. The main job responsibility of the development and training managers is to conduct and supervise the training requirements of the employees in an organization.

Development and Training Managers Schools and Degrees

The educational requirements for the development and training managers vary considerably on the basis of their levels of responsibility and duties. For the entry level job, employers generally seek college graduates who have a major in human resources administration, human resources, or training and development. There are many colleges and universities which offer programs leading to a degree in human resources, personnel, or labor relations. A large number of certification programs are also available. The American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) offers several professional certifications in the field of learning and performance. ASTD also offers more than 15 short-term certificates and workshop programs.

Job Requirements

For the entry-level positions for development and training managers, employers seek only a graduate degree with a major in human resources administration or training and development. The job requirement however may vary according to the type of the organization. Some large organizations may ask for a masters degree in business administration with human resources management as a major.

A more technical and specialized background such as engineering, finance, science, or law may be necessary for some jobs. Previous job experience can be an asset for those aspiring to become development and training managers. Many employers give preference to the entry level candidates who have gained some experience through internships or work-study programs.

The development and training field requires a wide range of skills and personal qualities. One must be able to write as well as speak effectively. The job requires development and training managers to work with and supervise people from diverse cultural backgrounds, levels of education and experience. They must be able to demonstrate discretion, function under pressure, be impartial, reliable, and have a friendly personality.

Nature of Work

Development and training managers provide training to the employees either in the classroom or on-site. The job may include setting up the teaching materials before the class, relating to the trainees during class, and issuing the certificates by the end of the class. In larger organizations, they have the responsibility for the whole learning process and its environment.

Development and training managers usually work in clean and comfortable workplace settings. Although most development and training managers work in the office, some may have to travel frequently. Most managers work for a standard 35- to 40-hours per week. However, the hours may vary in accordance with the requirements of the organizations.

Development and Training Managers Jobs and Outlook

According to the 2007 statistics, development and training managers held around 28,170 jobs in the US. The job market is estimated to grow by 17% in the next ten years. The industries which offer the maximum levels of employment include:

• Depository Credit Intermediation
• General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
• Insurance Carriers
• Local Government
• Management of Companies and Enterprises

The average annual earnings of development and training managers in the United States is approximately $90,300.

Job Numbers and Growth

There are an estimated 29,000 development and training managers nationally. Most recently, workers have experienced a low level of joblessness. An estimated 3% of employees did not have employment in 2008.

Area Job Conditions

Development and training managers -of-a-feather seem to flock to Columbus (Georgia), Idaho Falls (Idaho), and Durham (North Carolina). They are less likely to be found around Las Vegas (Nevada), Fort Worth (Texas), and Miami (Florida).

Compensation of workers is best in New York (New York), Boulder (Colorado), and Wilmington (North Carolina), and much worse in Springfield (Missouri), Idaho Falls (Idaho), and Lafayette (Louisiana).

Training and Education

Employees often find employers are looking for a bachelor's or higher degree, plus work experience. Development and training managers, in 58% of cases, have bachelor's degree or higher. After high school, 28% of workers pursued some additional career education. Employees, in 15% of cases, had only a high school education. Recommended schools are shown in the column to the right; request information from them to help you decide which if any could help you with this career.

Part-Time Work and Self-Employment

Development and training managers employed part-time are 3% of the total. Workers, in about 2% of cases, work for themselves.

Development And Training Managers by Metropolitan Area (city and its surroundings)

In the table below, a Job Density near 0% means the area has an average number of people in this occupation, for its population. A higher or lower Job Density (e.g., +22% or -45%) tells you there are that many more or fewer workers of that type there than in the average US metro area. So, the higher the number, the more common the occupation.

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