Career paths in industrial management: a survey of Taiwan’s manufacturing industries

Appropriate job selection and career planning largely determine successful career development. Investigates some aspects of career development in industrial management from a sample survey conducted over the manufacturing industries in Taiwan. Derives regression lines reflecting the salary changes at different ages for different education levels and education majors. Develops a career path chart displaying the position migration trend. To assist ambitious individuals seeking industrial management as a career, discusses desired qualifications including education level, educational discipline and educational training.