Best College Degrees for In-Demand Careers

See how Northwood University prepares students for high-growth careers in business, accounting, and health care.

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YAHOO! Education recently published an article outlining the best college degrees for in-demand careers.  A degree in business took the number one spot.  What’s more, half of the featured degrees on the list are offered at Northwood University.  Own your future with a degree in one of these in-demand careers.

Business In-Demand Career Spotlight

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Programs at Northwood University

• Human resources specialists are often responsible for managing a company’s payroll, recruitment, and benefits. Overall employment is projected to grow by 22 percent between 2008 and 2018.
• Financial analysts provide investment information to companies and individuals. Financial analyst positions are projected to increase by 20 percent during the 2008 and 2018 decade.

Accounting In-Demand Career Spotlight

Accounting Degree Programs Designed for Career-Ready Graduates

• Accountants/auditors generally oversee the financial aspects of companies, such as budgets, taxes, and public records. Accounting jobs are projected to grow by 22 percent between 2008 and 2018.
• Cost estimators usually predict the cost, size, and duration of projects in construction and manufacturing. Cost estimator positions are projected to grow by 25 percent between 2008 and 2018.
• Accounting Degree Program

Health Care Administration In-Demand Spotlight

Health Care Administration Careers Continue to See Strong Job Growth

• Medical and health services managers handle the day-to-day operations of care facilities, such as personnel, finances, and admissions. The employment of medical and health services managers is projected to increase by 16 percent from 2008 to 2018.