Top Highest Paying Management Jobs in India

Top 10 Highest Paying Jobs in the Field of Management in India

Updated On: January 18, 2023 11:01 am IST | CAT

Management is easily one of the most demanded professions in recent years. Aspirants must be aware of the opportunities available to them after pursuing a management course. Let’s take a look at the top highest-paying management jobs in India.

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Top 10 Highest Paying Management Jobs in India
Top Colleges for Management in India and Abroad
Other Popular Management Colleges in India
Faqs

Highest Paying Management Jobs in India: The Indian job market is a dynamic place that not only caters to conventional career paths like medicine, education, and engineering but also has a lot to offer to other streams like management. Management is a field that has evolved drastically over the last few years and has become one of the most lucrative fields to work in this day and age. The attractive packages that established companies with a global reputation provide are one of the main benefits of enrolling in management courses. To succeed in the management industry, one must obtain a Master of Business Administration (MBA)/Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) with an appropriate specialization. It is also a common practice for aspirants to pursue a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree to have a more comprehensive understanding of the management discipline from the beginning.

There are several high-profile job opportunities available in the management field for aspirants. Candidates must do thorough research on the kind of jobs that management offers before pursuing a management course. In this article, we have mentioned some of the most highly coveted job roles in management, along with other important details like required qualifications, remuneration, necessary skills, etc.

Top 10 Highest Paying Management Jobs in India

Check out the top 10 highest paying jobs in the management field, expected salaries and skills required for the same:

Name of the Profile	Popular Roles Offered	Skills Required	Education	Experience Required	Expected Salary (Per Annum)
Chief Executive	Chief Executive Officer CFO – Chief Financial Officer CIO – Chief Information Officer COO – Chief Operating Officer CMO – Chief Marketing Officer	Excellent planning and coordination skills Ability to work under pressure in order to achieve targets Advanced MS Office and accounting software skills Ability to communicate effectively and solve problems Time management as well as leadership skills	Graduation in any field (management preferable) Some companies require ICPM (Institute of Certified Professional Managers) Master of Business Administration (MBA) OR Master’s Degree in Law or Liberal Arts	7 to 10 years of corporate managerial experience	Rs. 5 lakhs to Rs. 1.02 Cr
Computer and Information Systems Manager	Computer Systems Administrator IT Service Operations Manager Online Technology Manager Global IT Support Manager Infrastructure Support Services Manager Property IT Manager Director, IT Service Desk & Operations	Excellent understanding of computers and information system Ability to coordinate with clients and communicate with the team. Ability to resolve issues Leadership quality	B.Tech or BE in Computer Science/ IT along with an MBA in Technology Management or relevant field	4 to 6 years of experience in the field of Computer and Information Systems	Rs. 2.4 lakhs to 23 lakhs
Marketing Manager	Senior Manager, Digital Social Marketing Senior Manager, Marketing Data Analysis Marketing & Communication Specialist Head of Marketing	A Flair for understanding upcoming marketing trends Good communication skills to understand client requirements and convey them to the team Ability to lead the team in order to achieve better outcomes	Bachelor’s degree in any field followed by a master’s degree in management (preferably MBA in sales and marketing)	2 to 3 years of experience in the field of marketing	Rs. 2.4 lakhs to 23 lakhs
Architectural and Engineering Manager	Architectural Sales Representative Senior Engineering Manager - Architecture Project Manager Architecture Architecture and Resource Manager Sr SAQ Architecture & Engineering Manager Security Architecture and Engineering Manager	Understanding of architecture planning and engineering Good technical skills and time management skills Good communication skills and ability to work on complex projects	B.Arch Degree followed by MBA or PGDM programmes	5 to 6 years of experience in the field of Architecture	Rs. 7.6 lakhs to Rs. 35 lakhs
Financial Manager	Accounting and financial control chief Collections department manager Finance Director Controller - financial services Finance Manager Investments research director	Knowledge of financial software Command on revenue system and ability to gather funds for the firm Grasp on the company’s financial history Ability to work in a stressful environment	B.Com or BBA in Finance followed by MBA in finance	More than 5 years of experience in the finance sector	Rs. 3.5 lakhs to Rs. 30 lakhs
Natural Sciences Manager	The role varies as per the supervision of the following: Scientists Chemists Physicists Biologists	Understanding of science subjects and research process Ability to deliver targets and adhere to deadlines Good leadership and technical skills	Ph.D. in either of the natural sciences	10 to 12 years of experience in the field of research or as a scientist	Rs. 8.2 lakhs to Rs. 21 lakhs
Sales Manager	Territory Account Manager Regional Sales Manager Support Eng Manager Senior Sales Manager Senior Manager, Analyst Relations Business Development Manager Sales Area Manager- Enterprise Marketing Manager	Good analytical skills to evaluate figures and the latest trends Problem-solving skills for effective market flow Excellent communication skills to provide effective customer service Leadership skills to direct the team in a progressive direction.	Graduation in any field followed by MBA or PGDM (preferably with a specialization in sales)	2 to 3 years of experience in a sales profile	Rs. 2.2 lakhs to 13.9 lakhs
Compensation and Benefits Managers	Compensation & Benefits Operations Manager Compensation & Benefits Program Manager	Good planning and communication skills Efficient PR skills	Graduation Degree with any specialisation. An MBA degree is helpful in getting better salary offers.	Up to 6 years of experience in the field of HR management	Rs. 9 lakhs to Rs. 40 lakhs
Public Relations Manager	Advertising Account Manager Brand Manager Fundraising Organizer Product Marketing Manager Public Relations Press secretory	Networking skills Excellent communication skills Planning and analysing skills	Graduation degree (preferably BBA in PR) followed by an MBA in Public Relations	3 to 4 years of work experience in PR roles	Rs. 1.6 lakhs to Rs.15 lakhs
General and Operations Manager	General Manager Operations Manager Supply Chain Manager	Organisational and leadership skills Budget management skills Knowledge of financial principles IT and communication skills	Graduation followed PGDM or MBA	Up to 4 years of experience in conducting operations and functions of a company	Rs. 3 lakhs to Rs. 18.5 lakhs

These are the top-paying management jobs that can get you to the top tier of any organisation. For all the profiles mentioned above, it is essential to pursue an MBA or a specialised PGDM programme. If you are confused about which job profile suits you the best, take the Career Profiling Test of CollegeDekho. It analyses your Aptitude, Personality and Interest and suggests you the most appropriate career.

Also Read:Job Opportunities after MBA in India

Top Colleges for Management in India and Abroad

One of the major features of pursuing a management course is the ability to pursue higher education across the globe. While Indian institutions are globally competitive and renowned for their curriculum, students can also pursue management courses across different universities and colleges in the world. Check out the Colleges for Management in India and Abroad in the table given below.

Top Management Colleges in India		Top Management Colleges in the World
Name of College	Course Offered	Name of College	Course Offered
Mandsaur University Madhya Pradesh	BBA MBA	Humber College Toronto	Diploma, Advanced Diploma and B.Com Courses in Management Stream (Check Courses List Here)
NMKRV College for Women Bangalore	BBA	Victoria University Melbourne, Australia	Bachelor of Business Courses in Different Fields Master of Business Courses in Different Fields (Check Course List Here)
Indus University Aurangabad	UG BBA+MBA (Finance Management) BBA+MBA (Healthcare & Hospitality Management) BBA Aviation Management BBA Design Management BBA Journalism and Mass Communication BBA PG MBA in Aviation Management MBA in Design Management MBA in Finance MBA in Healthcare & Hospitality Management MBA in Human Resource Management MBA in Information Technology MBA in Journalism & Mass Communication MBA in Marketing MBA in Operations Management	University of California, USA	Bachelors Degree in Business informatics Master of Finance PG Diploma in Business Management PG Diploma in Sports Management (Check Course List Here)
Heritage Busines School Kolkata	MBA in Business Analytics MBA in Finance Management MBA in HR Management MBA in Marketing MBA in MIS	Technical University of Berlin	Bachelors and Masters Programmes in Business (Check Course List Here)
International School of Management Studies Pune	MBA BBA	University of Oxford Oxford, UK	Bachelor, Masters, and MBA Programmes in Business and Management (Check Course List Here)

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Other Popular Management Colleges in India

Some of the other highly prestigious Management colleges in India are mentioned below along with their respective locations. Candidates can click on the link to directly apply for admissions:

College Name	College Location
Axis Colleges	Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Doon Business School - (DBS)	Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Garware Institute of Career Education and Development (GICED), University of Mumbai	Mumbai, Maharashtra)
Indus University (IU)	Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University) - [MMDU] Mullana	Ambala, Haryana
Gaikwad-Patil Group of Institutions (GPGI)	Nagpur, Maharashtra
Hindustan Institute of Management & Computer Studies (HIMCS Mathura)	Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
T. John Group of Institutions	Bangalore, Karnataka
Acharya Institute of Technology (AIT)	Bangalore, Karnataka
Centurion University of Technology and Management (CUTM)	Paralakhemundi, Odisha

Also Read: General vs Specialised MBA: Which is Better?

These are some of the colleges where you can pursue a management programme of your choice. If you are interested in pursuing a management course in India, then fill out the Common Application Form and avail of FREE admissions counselling services. Our counsellors can help you choose the right college and course as per your needs and choices. You can also call on our toll-free number at 1800-572-9877 and avail of FREE counselling services regarding BBA and MBA admissions in India.

If you wish to continue your higher education aspirations in universities and colleges located outside India, then visit the StudyAbroad website of CollegeDekho, where you can browse through the different colleges and courses on offer. To learn more about International Admissions, call on 785 9990 990 or write to us at abroad@collegedekho.com and ask us your queries.

Since both these programmes are accepted across the world, you can also apply for overseas job opportunities. Salaries may vary on the basis of work experience and your educational background. In case of any queries, do post them in the QnA zone.

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FAQs

Is work experience necessary to get a highest paying jobs in India?

Yes, work experience is of utmost importance to get a high salary in Management field. Candidates with 7-8 years of experience extract a handsome salary as they have an expertise which gives them an edge over the others.

What skills are necessary for an individual to secure the highest paying job in Management?

The skills required for some of the highest paying jobs in Management are excellent planning and coordination skills, ability to work under pressure in order to achieve targets, ability to communicate effectively and solve problems, excellent understanding of computers and information system, leadership quality, ability to resolve issues and coordinate with clients and communicate with the team, a flair for understanding upcoming marketing trends, ability to lead the team in order to achieve better outcomes etc.

How much can I earn after pursuing a career in Management?

After pursuing a career in Management, the salary varies as per the aptitude, work experience and skills of the aspirant. In the initial stages, an aspirant can earn around 3-4 LPA. However, with time or 4-5 years of work experience, the salary might rise and go up till 10,00,000 LPA. As the individual gets to the senior-most stage he/she can extract around 1,00,00,000 or more. The salary completely depends on the job profile chosen by an individual and the work experience or skills gained over the years.

Which are the highest paying job profiles in Management?

Few of the popular highest paying jobs profiles in Management are that of a Chief Executive Officer, Computer and Information Systems Manager, Marketing Manager, Architectural and Engineering Manager, Natural Sciences Manager, Financial Manager, Compensation and Benefits Managers, Sales Manager, General and Operations Manager and Public Relations Manager.

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