Dean (General)
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.
At a Glance
Dean (General). Typical education: Master's degree. Experience: 3 years. Top skills: Leadership, Teaching, Communication.
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Master's degree
3 years
2
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Education Administrators, Postsecondary
Median Wage
$103,960/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+1.7%
Education
Master's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (12)
Academic Affairs
Auditing
Social Sciences
Academic Advising
Physical Therapy
Radiography
Organizational Communications
Enrollment Management
Business Development
Data Collection
Student Development Theory
Cultural Diversity
Common Skills (18)
Leadership
Teaching
Communication
Planning
Strategic Planning
Presentations
Microsoft Office
Public Speaking
Professionalism
Advising
Interpersonal Communications
Needs Assessment
Report Writing
Computer Literacy
Research
Related Specializations
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