Everybody is looking for that one big thing that would quickly grow their careers. Luckily, there are 10 careers that are considered to be the fastest growing in 2016 in the San Diego area or United States in General.
If you're looking for a bright future, San Diego Union Tribune explains that the University of California - San Diego Extension has released its much-awaited careers list. The "Emerging Careers for 2016" report details the most in-demand jobs in San Diego and in the United States. The list has the highest growth potential in terms of career building. These 10 occupations were taken from the highest projected growth rates, most job postings and labor market data. The top ten fastest growing careers in 2016 are:
1. Information security analysts
2. Market research analysts and marketing specialists
3. Medical and health services managers
4. Computer systems analysts
5. Management analysts
6. Software developers, applications
7. Civil engineers
8. Financial analysts
9. Sales representatives, wholesale and manufacturing, technical and scientific products
10. Accountants and auditors
Do you have the background to build one of these careers? According to Mary Walshok, associate vice chancellor of public programs and dean of UC San Diego Extension, said these careers show both the value of a college degree and also the need for specialized training as technology is continuously reshaping the job market and the economy. If you look closely at the list, most of them require certification, industry training and tedious work experience especially in the tech field.
Walshok explains, "Software is eating the world." The jobs highlighted above are in demand and is currently driving the future growth of the industries and in San Diego, the area's strength relies on the growth of cyber security, digital marketing and health care IT.
