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business & finance MetroNorth Business & Finance The financial sector is a section of the economy made up of firms and institutions that provide financial services to the commercial and retail customers. This sector comprises a broad range of industries including banks, investment companies, insurance companies and real estate firms. The business and finance industry is one that covers a diverse set of jobs and opportunities, as well. For instance, marketing, sales, management, human resources, etc. This is an industry that is in high demand with many possibilities throughout Anoka County. IN DEMAND BUSINESS & FINANCE JOBS INSURANCE SALES AGENTS Sell life, property, health, or other types of insurance. This career is seeing high growth compared to other careers. There will be a need for about 10,861 new Insurance Sales Agents to meet market demand between 2016-2026. This includes the demand due to replacement (workers leaving the occupation or retiring) as well as growth. This career pays above the statewide median wage of $30.26 across Minnesota, the wages range from $23.02 to $47.72. This career requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Some college is recommended to learn the necessary skills to be competent in this career. ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE MANAGERS Oversee clerical or logistical activities for businesses. This career is seeing high growth compared to other careers. There will be a need for about 6,484 new Administrative Service Managers to meet market demand between 2016-2026. This includes the demand due to replacement (workers leaving the occupation or retiring) as well as growth. This is a very high-wage career. It pays well above the statewide median wage of $43.21 across Minnesota, the wages range from $34.33 to $53.57. This career typically requires a bachelor’s degree in one of the following studies: Business Administration and Management, Business Commerce, Clinical Research Coordinator, or Entrepreneurship. MetroNorth Works | 23