Careers in Business Development

Business Development Managers are intimately involved in all activities, creative and strategic, that are used to grow and develop a business. Identifying new leads and opportunities, including potential clients, and arranging sales experts to take over, are all daily duties. Strict hierarchies exist within business development and it encompasses all departments. Qualifications needed to move into or move up in this career include deep knowledge of the relevant industry, the needs and state of the company, current and potential opportunities, and much more. A bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or related field is expected.