career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Chief Executives and Political Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Chief Executives | Political Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 11-1011 | 19-3094 |
| title | Chief Executives | Political Scientists |
| onet code | 11-1011.00 | 19-3094.00 |
| description | Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers. | Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decisionmaking, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents. |
| job zone | 5 | 5 |
| major group | 11 | 19 |
| tot emp | 211,850 | 5,950 |
| a mean | 262,930 | 137,600 |
| a median | 206,420 | 139,380 |
| a pct10 | 73,710 | 74,750 |
| a pct25 | 126,080 | 103,030 |
| a pct75 | N/A | 172,050 |
| a pct90 | N/A | 191,880 |
| h mean | 126 | 66 |
| h median | 99 | 67 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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