Investment fund managers will have good employment opportunities in the near future. According to U.S. News & World Report, financial manager is ranked number four in its Best Business Jobs list and is number 25 in its 100 Best Jobs list. The U.S. Department of Labor predicts 16 percent employment growth for financial managers through 2028, which is much faster than the average for all other occupations. Financial managers who specialize in monitoring and directing investments for clients will continue to be in demand, with demand particularly high for those who specialize in risk management and cash management.
Investment fund manager is a profession that attracts many people and competition for jobs is keen. Those with a master's degree or certification, strong investment knowledge and financial software skills, and prior work experience in the investment industry will have the best job prospects.
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