Salary Range
$50,000 to $100,000+Overview
Business development directors and managers use their analytical, sales, marketing, research, and communication skills to identify and generate business opportunities and maintain relationships with current and potential partners. They are also known as deal generation professionals.
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License
RecommendedOutlook
About as Fast as the AveragePersonality Traits
Enterprising
Hands On
Outgoing
Career Ladder
Vice-President of Business Development
Business Development Director
Business Development Manager
Business Development Associate
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