Virginia's General Management pathway develops expertise in business operations, management principles, leadership, and organizational development—preparing students for supervisory and management careers across all industries. This pathway combines business knowledge with practical management skills.
Students study management principles, organizational behavior, human resources basics, operations management, business ethics, and leadership development. They analyze business operations, develop management plans, and practice decision-making through case studies and business simulations.
Graduates work as supervisors, operations managers, business managers, or administrative leaders. Leadership opportunities exist across Virginia's diverse economy. Advanced students pursue business management at Virginia Tech, University of Virginia, and Virginia Commonwealth University.
General Management at a Glance
4
Courses
8
Credentials
4
Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Virginia's general management standards address management theory, organizational development, employee relations, and business operations. Standards emphasize practical management skills and ethical leadership.
Students demonstrate competency through management case studies, business planning projects, and leadership assessments. The state partners with business leaders and management associations.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| Management Fundamentals |
| Organizational Behavior and Leadership |
| Operations and Business Management |
| Advanced Management and Decision Making |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Supervisor
Entry LevelSalary range: $57,320 - $81,210
Operations Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $77,790 - $174,120
Business Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $35,340 - $91,360
Department Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $77,790 - $174,120
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students intern at businesses, government agencies, and nonprofits throughout Virginia, gaining supervisory experience.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in DECA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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