Business Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC Code: 25-1011 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Business Teachers, Postsecondary. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence, KS | $197,038,400 | $299,526,240 | $402,016,160 | $504,504,000 |
| Salt Lake City-Murray, UT | $102,481,600 | $215,140,640 | $327,801,760 | $440,460,800 |
| Fairbanks-College, AK | $150,696,000 | $246,729,600 | $342,763,200 | $438,796,800 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $173,056,000 | $261,185,600 | $349,315,200 | $437,444,800 |
| Madison, WI | $177,860,800 | $263,987,360 | $350,111,840 | $436,238,400 |
| Iowa City, IA | $106,828,800 | $214,995,040 | $323,163,360 | $431,329,600 |
| York-Hanover, PA | $127,691,200 | $228,535,840 | $329,382,560 | $430,227,200 |
| Monroe, LA | $188,656,000 | $264,873,440 | $341,092,960 | $417,310,400 |
| Anchorage, AK | $134,888,000 | $228,336,160 | $321,782,240 | $415,230,400 |
| Alaska nonmetropolitan area | $144,414,400 | $233,771,200 | $323,128,000 | $412,484,800 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| University of Southern Mississippi | 10 | $118,673 |
| University of Michigan | 9 | $193,367 |
| Troy University | 5 | $92,234 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | 5 | $104,000 |
| McNeese State University | 5 | $102,166 |
| Louisiana State University in Shreveport | 3 | $121,333 |
| TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY- CENTRAL TEXAS | 2 | $98,750 |
| Jackson State University | 2 | $121,413 |
| Fort Hays State University | 2 | $107,750 |
| MILLSAPS COLLEGE | 2 | $100,028 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 3 | $80,724 |
| 2021 | 8 | $106,112 |
| 2022 | 11 | $121,615 |
| 2023 | 18 | $123,384 |
| 2024 | 21 | $118,445 |
| 2025 | 7 | $134,487 |
| 2026 | 1 | $137,000 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 4.2 | |
| Instructing | 4.1 | |
| Learning Strategies | 4.0 | |
| Writing | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.0 | |
| Active Learning | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Monitoring | 3.6 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.5 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| English Language | 4.6 |
| Education and Training | 4.5 |
| Administration and Management | 4.1 |
| Economics and Accounting | 4.0 |
| Mathematics | 3.9 |
| Law and Government | 3.8 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.8 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.7 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-first professional | 72.8% |
| Doctoral degree | 20.4% |
| Bachelor's degree | 5.4% |
Typical Tasks
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as financial accounting, principles of marketing, and operations management.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
- Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Google Docs Hypertext markup language HTML IBM SPSS Statistics Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word R SAS Almaris E-Learning Systems Financial Accounting Tutor Blackboard Learn Blackboard software Calendar and scheduling software Collaborative editing software
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