Usually at the start of each new year a best and worst jobs list is produced. This year the Wall Street Journal got a head start in posting their thoughts on the high demand careers in the job market today. This topic is my Editor’s Pick this week because of the broad range of opportunities, and also its relevance to advanced degrees online.
So to get started, check out my top picks below for jobs this year:
- Software Engineer: If you’ve been thinking about a career in IT, now is the time!
- Historian: To any doubters that a degree in History can get you places, here’s your proof that it can.
- Paralegal Assistant: Try a degree in legal studies to get your feet wet for this position.
- Accountant: If you enjoy numbers then this career should be a good start. It’s something that’s always in high demand, and come tax season you’ll understand more of why it’s high on this list.
- Philosopher: Do you find yourself contemplating life’s mysteries? Turn that passion into a career.
The “worst” jobs this year can be seen as:
- Welder
- Dairy Farmer
- Ironworker
- Lumberjack
- Roustabout
If you know the path you want to travel, or haven’t quite made it there yet, give online education a second thought.
Read for more on the Wall Street Journal’s article, “The Best and Worst Jobs”.
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