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Data Scientist

Turn data into decisions — using statistics, ML, and storytelling to answer business questions.

$108Kmedian / yr
Range: $61K – $184K
+35% by 2032
Bachelor's or master's

Financial Analyst

Analyze companies, markets, and investments to guide business decisions or portfolio allocation.

$100Kmedian / yr
Range: $62K – $176K
+8% by 2032
Bachelor's degree

Accountant / Auditor

Track, audit, and report on money — at companies, for governments, or for individuals.

$80Kmedian / yr
Range: $50K – $137K
+4% by 2032
Bachelor's degree (CPA for advancement)

Management Consultant

Help organizations solve problems — strategy, operations, tech. Intense, well-paid, travel-heavy.

$99Kmedian / yr
Range: $59K – $175K
+10% by 2032
Bachelor's (MBA common for promotion)

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