The U.S. Department of Labor predicts that jobs in financial services will grow 12 percent over the next several years. The demand will be higher for certain positions in accounting, financial reporting, client services, and risk management due both to recently enacted legislation that imposes more rigorous financial reporting standards and to demographic changes, including a rise in the elderly population. "Career Opportunities in Banking, Finance, and Insurance, Second Edition" profiles 86 jobs, including eight new to this edition. All information has been reviewed and updated to reflect...
The U.S. Department of Labor predicts that jobs in financial services will grow 12 percent over the next several years. The demand will be higher for ...
The legal industry consists of much more than just lawyers and judges. In fact, it encompasses a wide range of fields such as legal services, court systems, law enforcement, corrections, criminal justice, social services, mediation, legal education, research, and more. Career Opportunities in Law and the Legal Industry, Second Edition provides comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of careers in this expansive field. Featuring more than 100 updated job articles--including 20 new to this edition--and updated and revised appendixes, this new edition explores all the legal industry has to offer.
The legal industry consists of much more than just lawyers and judges. In fact, it encompasses a wide range of fields such as legal services, court sy...
Conservation and environmental jobs account for between 1 and 3 percent of total U.S. employment, and educational options for this field have grown significantly in recent years. According to U.S. News & World Report, there are now some 515 colleges that offer degrees in natural resources and conservation fields, 266 that offer environmental sciences programs, and 241 that offer environmental studies programs. Career Opportunities in Conservation and the Environment features more than 70 profiles of careers in these flourishing areas. Cutting across several broad industries-such as...
Conservation and environmental jobs account for between 1 and 3 percent of total U.S. employment, and educational options for this field have grown si...
Military service remains a current and sometimes controversial topic, with U.S. Armed Forces remaining in action overseas and with news media covering recruitment statistics, length of duty tours, and other high-profile issues related to the military. Career Opportunities in the Armed Forces, Second Edition is a complete, up-to-date guide for those wondering if a career in the armed forces is right for them. Profiled here are more than 80 jobs from all branches of the service, with emphasis not only on the career opportunities available in the military, but also on how military experience can...
Military service remains a current and sometimes controversial topic, with U.S. Armed Forces remaining in action overseas and with news media covering...
In 2005, Americans spent some $181 billion on fashion and apparel, according to the NPD Group, an international marketing information company specializing in consumer purchasing and behavior. Fashion trends are always changing, and each season presents new styles for the public and new opportunities for all sectors of the fashion industry. Career Opportunities in the Fashion Industry, Second Edition covers the exciting developments in this trend-setting industry. Comprehensive and accessible, this second edition has had a complete makeover: it now features revised and updated entries, concise...
In 2005, Americans spent some $181 billion on fashion and apparel, according to the NPD Group, an international marketing information company speciali...
This is a handy resource to exciting careers in science.With hot topics such as nanotechnology, genetic engineering, stem cell research, and cloning in the news, the field of science has attracted much attention and controversy recently. The science industry spans a wide range of professions, including astronomy, physics, agriculture, math, medical science, and more.Filled with essential information, "Career Opportunities in Science, Second Edition" provides updated key information, including salary ranges, employment trends, and technical requirements. This helpful resource features 93 job...
This is a handy resource to exciting careers in science.With hot topics such as nanotechnology, genetic engineering, stem cell research, and cloning i...
Praise for the previous edition: This useful book does a good job describing the many employment opportunities available within the casino industry.--Career Opportunities NewsThe gaming industry has created more than 1 million jobs nationwide, according to the American Gaming Association. Commercial casinos alone employ some 350,000 people, and, over the past decade, the casino workforce has grown by nearly 80 percent.Career Opportunities in Casinos and Casino Hotels, Second Edition gives readers everything they need to know to start an exciting career in the growing casino and gaming...
Praise for the previous edition: This useful book does a good job describing the many employment opportunities available within the casino industry.--...
