Executive

Administration

Job Description

Executives in this unit group plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate, through middle managers, the overall operations of goods production, utility, transportation and construction companies. They formulate policies which establish the direction to be taken by these companies, either alone or in conjunction with other members of a board of directors.

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  • A sense of community is important to you
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  • You are a good communicator

Communities

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HIGH LEVEL, ALBERTA
ROCKY MOUNTAIN HOUSE, ALBERTA
FORT ST-JAMES, BRITISH COLUMBIA

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Education And Training

A university degree or college diploma in engineering, business administration, commerce or other discipline related to the company’s product is usually required. Several years of experience as a middle manager in goods production, utilities, transportation or construction are usually required. Specialization in a particular functional area or product is possible through specific university or college training in that area or through previous experience. Senior managers in finance usually require a professional accounting designation.

University of Winnipeg
Yukon College
Cégep de Sherbrooke

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NOTE

The requirements listed are generally required qualifications for this Career Type. The qualifications may vary based on the employer and/or the geographic location of that job.

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