Top 10 Highest Paying Jobs in 2013

**CVT** · October 18th, 2013 03:40 PM

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Top 10 Highest Paying Jobs in 2013

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Top 10 Highest Paying Jobs in 2013

There are a lot of opportunities available around the world where people can increase their wealth, if they just know how to make the most out of them. By pursuing these high paying careers, you can definitely ensure a better future for you and your family.

When it comes to high paying jobs, you might immediately think of people who are in the glitz and glamour of show business and sports. However, it was found that these people are not necessarily getting much given the lifestyle they are currently in. In addition, not everyone who belongs to the entertainment industry are assured a hefty paycheck on a regular basis.

On the other hand, people working in the field of medicine, engineering, and aviation have been determined to be among the top earners, with very attractive median salaries versus their counterparts in the other industries. If you want to know exactly the nature of these jobs, here is a rundown of the top 10 highest paying careers in 2013.

10. Natural Sciences Manager

These people do earn a lot. However, they also have a huge responsibility. They are expected to supervise researches conducted in different fields, be it in agriculture, sciences, and the like. They usually work under consultancy firms and could also be employed by huge state research projects. A natural science manager can earn up to $100,000.

9. Marketing Manager

These people serve very important roles in a company. They are in charge of studying promotional campaigns and development opportunities for a company, to ensure that the business is continuously driving sales. They also have to deal with the media and ensure that a company maintains its positive image. The highest paid marketing manager earns over $100,000.

8. Computer and Information Systems Manager

These people oftentimes have vast experience in IT security, web development, software development and all other IT related jobs. They know the complicated details of anything about IT, software, and computer development. One of their biggest responsibilities is to ensure the safety of all documents and records, especially the ones that contain top secret information and other confidential information about the company. Thus, with everything being IT related these days, their services are highly needed. The highest paid managers in this field earns over $100,000.

7. Air Traffic Controller

There is a surge in the aviation industry in recent years. Therefore, it is expected that people in this field are paid a lot. However, becoming an air traffic controller is not an easy journey; they need to acquire specific skills using complicated technologies. In addition, an air traffic controller has a lot of responsibilities. With minimal mistakes made, huge damages could possibly occur including the loss of lives. The job can also get too stressful especially if there are lots of activities in airspace. In fact, studies were made that show just how stressed air traffic controllers are in the conduct of their duty. Given such job, these people can earn over $130,000.

6. Lawyer

The help extended by lawyers do not just stop on crime related activities. There are a lot of other situations in which their services are needed. From notary public, copyright laws, entertainment laws, and many others, they definitely handle a variety of situations. Hence, they are really paid a lot. In fact, the highest paid lawyer receives up to $130,000.

5. Dental Surgeon

These people do not necessarily have a difficult practical task. However, they are one of the highest paid in the world. The figure even increases constantly each passing year. The highest paid dental surgeon receives up to $132,000. Of course, several years of rigorous studies, trainings, and exams must be passed before being able to practice.

4. Airline Pilots

Pilot in Front of Private Jet

These days, the demand for pilots has increased rapidly. This is in line with the growth of the airline industry. However, there are a lot of things being expected from a pilot. The safety of all passengers throughout the flight is their main responsibility. Although most airplanes today have advanced technologies that are capable of mid-air flights via their computer systems, there is still a shortage of good pilots for various airlines. Depending on the airline in which they work for, these pilots can earn up to $135,000.

3. Engineering Managers

These people are in charge of research, design, and production related activities in a company. The help that they extend to a company has become even more important to a point that they have surpassed natural science managers and marketing managers. They are in charge of several aspects in manufacturing and design. In most cases, the success and failure of the business can rest on the decisions they make. They also have complex knowledge on various areas in a business. Thus, they are paid up to $140,000.

2. Chief Executive Officers

CEO’s are the highest ranking officials in any company. Their main responsibility is to produce good results for stockholders and the board of directors. They are in-charge of everything that takes place in a company. Thus, they have to make sure that everything is done right. They are also accountable for major or minor mishaps in a company. All other subordinates report to them and they create regulations that could possibly affect the company in major ways. Normally, those who are working for multinational companies earn a lot and receive up to $140,000 for doing their job.

1. Surgeons

It was already established that people working in the field of medicine are paid a lot. Of all these people, surgeons receive the most. Their task is so specialized as they spend years of studying to acquire specific skills in order to perform successful operations. They can also earn more depending on their credentials and years of experience. Surgeons can therefore earn up to $180,000.

There are a lot of jobs that could offer you a more stable future especially this year, when the economy has been continuously showing signs of improvement. It is just a matter of choosing the right job that suits you best. It is also a matter of being able to excel in your chosen field and having the opportunity to work with companies that really pay a lot. When you have made the right decision on what field to study and what company to work for, you might just be able to receive what these people do

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**Phoenix67** · November 30th, 2013 10:24 PM

All of these require extensive experience...hindi maaccept ng fresh graduate na ganyan ang realidad

**jut703** · November 30th, 2013 10:37 PM

Sariling negosyo still trumps most of these corporate jobs.

I grew up in a family of corporate workers so I never had thoughts of establishing my own business, but in college and after a few months of work, I realized that it's much easier to start a corporate career, but trying your luck with your own business could pay off much better in the long run.

**yebo** · November 30th, 2013 10:56 PM

Are the values per month or per annum? Kasi CEO $140k per year lang? Ows! Allowance lang nila yan kulang pa.

**CLAVEL3699** · November 30th, 2013 11:37 PM

Originally Posted by CVT

Top 10 Highest Paying Jobs in 2013 - TheRichest

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San ka dito boss cvt?

**a9828** · December 2nd, 2013 09:59 PM

wala ba dito pulitiko?

**vinj** · December 4th, 2013 11:02 AM

Originally Posted by CLAVEL3699

San ka dito boss cvt?

Sa number 3 si CVT AFAIK.

Si Retz, dapat nasa listahan din. :D

**TheGreenThing** · December 4th, 2013 11:09 AM

#1 is have a fake NGO

**111prez** · December 4th, 2013 12:28 PM

Iba ang lista dito sa Pilipinas

1. Politico
2. Runner ng Politico
3. Showbiz
4. Customs

(Alam nyo na ang susunod na iba)

**badkuk** · December 4th, 2013 12:36 PM

Originally Posted by yebo

Are the values per month or per annum? Kasi CEO $140k per year lang? Ows! Allowance lang nila yan kulang pa.

Sir baka sa mga perks bumabawi: stock options, bonuses, expense accounts for gimik, este, entertaining clients, etc.

From my own experience, depende rin kasi how you manage your career, and what companies you work for. Siyempre you may have to start with small companies to gain experience, pero dapat me plano ka din to work for a multinational, go abroad, etc.

And the importance of PR cannot be underestimated, kahit sabihin mo pang super technical yung field mo. At some point you will have to deal with colleagues, bosses, etc.