#6. Operations Manager:

These professionals are basically responsible for the smooth functioning of the day-to-day operations of a business organization. An operation manager’s sole motto is to find ways to increase the productive of the organization by incorporating effective strategies in its business operations. These professionals are responsible for preparing program budgets, handling logistics, controlling inventory, incorporating strategic plans for the welfare of the company, supervising employees and so on.

Strong leadership qualities and capability of handling problems efficiently, along with good communication skills are some of the essential traits for this profession.

These professionals are among the highest paid employees in the industry. Presently, there is large number of job openings for these professionals across various sectors. However, only a few individuals are opting for this profession. Large amount of travelling, extended working hours, and constant pressure to come out on the top are some of the reasons cited for this lack of applicants for this lucrative position. 

The minimum educational requirement for this profession is a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting or management. Some employers opt for individuals with a MBA degree. And the pay package for these professionals is in the range of 3.16 lakhs to 14.70 lakhs per annum, as listed by the PayScale website.