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What is a program administration manager and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
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Dr. Daryl Green

The Program Administration Manager is in charge of organizing and coordinating office operations and procedures to promote effectiveness and efficiency. He/She oversees the development and implementation of program strategies, policies, and objectives. He/She also prepares the administration budget and reviews progress, and manages the project scope and timeline. Plus, he/she evaluates and resolves issues and risks. As a program administration manager, you give technical advice, policy interpretation, and guidance for the application of appropriate procedures. You also perform need assessments, review and analyze individual program and overall effectiveness

To qualify for this position, you need a minimum of a bachelor's degree in administration and at least four years of experience in a related role. You must also be emotionally intelligent. Apart from this, you need communication, interpersonal, computer, multitasking, and presentation skills. You must also be conversant with Microsoft Office. Annually, you will earn an average income of $66,070. The salary varies between $40,000 and $108,000.

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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.
ScoreProgram Administration ManagerUS Average
Salary
5.5

Avg. Salary $70,823

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability level
-

Growth rate 7%

Growth rate 0.3%

Diversity
3.5
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.67%

Asian 8.50%

Black or African American 7.81%

Hispanic or Latino 13.12%

Unknown 4.72%

White 65.18%

Gender

female 62.41%

male 37.59%

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

Program administration manager career paths

Key steps to become a program administration manager

  1. Explore program administration manager education requirements

    Most common program administration manager degrees

    Bachelor's

    62.0 %

    Master's

    16.8 %

    Associate

    15.9 %
  2. Start to develop specific program administration manager skills

    SkillsPercentages
    PowerPoint11.86%
    Human Resources8.71%
    Data Management6.49%
    Home Health6.20%
    Medicare5.81%
  3. Research program administration manager duties and responsibilities

    • Manage implementation of referrals, coordinate assignment of new physicians and create support network for transitioning patients during clinic closure.
    • Prepare and finalize presentation materials including PowerPoint slides.
    • Administer the repository and distribution of relevant project materials via SharePoint and facilitate the distribution of information among relevant audiences.
    • Carry out public relation activities for the corporation, including marketing of physical rehabilitation services to area hospitals and referral sources.
  4. Apply for program administration manager jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a program administration 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 program administration manager salary

The average program administration manager salary in the United States is $70,823 per year or $34 per hour. Program administration manager salaries range between $50,000 and $99,000 per year.

Average program administration manager salary
$70,823 Yearly
$34.05 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

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