College Administrators

High School

A good, well-rounded education is important for anyone pursuing top administrative positions. To prepare for a job in college administration, take accounting and math courses, as you may be dealing with financial records and student statistics. To be a dean of a college, you must have good communication skills, so you should take courses in English literature and composition. Also, speech courses are important, as you'll be required to give presentations and represent your department at meetings and conferences. Follow your school counselor's college preparatory plan, which will likely include courses in science, economics, foreign language, history, and sociology.