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What is an international, program manager and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
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Dr. Daryl Green

International program managers are responsible for prioritizing goals into roadmaps for feature releases. They execute multiple time-sensitive, large-scale projects to meet business objectives in a defined project timeframe. They also liaise with senior management on defining project scope, goals, and deliverables while managing the relationship with clients and guiding the communication efforts between internal teams and clients.

International program managers earn an average salary of $78,000 annually or $37 per hour. They work collaboratively with the director of international projects to meet and build relationships with government agencies. They develop organizations to obtain international project funding and liaise with partners to identify opportunities and discover existing funding. They also manage relationships with current funding partners.

In terms of academic qualifications, international program managers typically hold a bachelor's degree in agriculture, logistics, or other related fields. They are expected to have some experience within the field of international development. Some employers prefer candidates willing to travel half of the time and fluent in a second language such as French or Spanish.

What's a day at work look like for an international, program manager?

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Associate Professor of Business, Oklahoma Baptist University

Given the on-going threats of Covid-19, recent graduates can expect varying work days. Some students are working remotely (instead of an office space). Therefore, some recent graduates may still be living with their parents. We are still adjusting to 'The New Normal.' Given this reality, students need to be flexible and adaptable to their employment situation.
ScoreInternational, Program ManagerUS Average
Salary
7.2

Avg. Salary $92,281

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability level
-

Growth rate 10%

Growth rate 0.3%

Diversity
3.4
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.66%

Asian 8.88%

Black or African American 7.52%

Hispanic or Latino 12.59%

Unknown 4.69%

White 65.66%

Gender

female 42.21%

male 57.79%

Age - 47
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 47
Complexity level
1.8

Complexity level is simple

7 - challenging

International, program manager career paths

Key steps to become an international, program manager

  1. Explore international, program manager education requirements

    Most common international, program manager degrees

    Bachelor's

    67.8 %

    Master's

    20.2 %

    Associate

    6.6 %
  2. Start to develop specific international, program manager skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Project Management11.65%
    Business Development11.53%
    Program Management8.95%
    Logistics8.24%
    International Business4.67%
  3. Research international, program manager duties and responsibilities

    • Lead client team through ERP transition leveraging SDLC and BPM techniques.
    • Manage a team of offshore QA analysts locate in Hyderabad, India (4 analysts currently).
    • Lead the opening of the Dubai, Moscow and Frankfurt trade service windows enabling the local servicing of letters of credit.
    • Manage OEM program's product upgrade programs through authorize fulfillment centers including devising criteria for web-base order fulfillment.
  4. Apply for international, program manager jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for an international, program manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average international, program manager salary

The average international, program manager salary in the United States is $92,281 per year or $44 per hour. International, program manager salaries range between $63,000 and $133,000 per year.

Average international, program manager salary
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$44.37 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

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