Business Development

Shortlist
Business Development can be summarised as ideas, programmes and activities aimed at improving a business. This involves higher sales, improved market growth, growing profitability through the establishment of strategic alliances and taking strategic business decisions. A Business Development Manager manages current business partnerships and builds a customer base.
Mentors from the field
Learn about the field . What day to day work would look like . Growth opportunity & prospects . Interview preparation . Transition advise . Networking


JOSIE LANE
Current position
Journalist, communist & editor for Hindustan Times, DNA & Nat Geo Traveler. She's covered stories from travel start-ups, communities, gentrification, gender issues, and human rights.
Career prospects & criteria
Understand the prospects within the career & the education & other skills you need to make it.
Educational Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Accountancy/ Business studies / Economics/ Finance/ International relations/ Marketing.
MBA
What you need to get started
Part-time or vacation work in a company that focuses on business development and management is especially beneficial. Still, any experience in sales, marketing, or business administration will benefit your CV and skill set.
Soft Skills
Curious
Organizational Communication Skills
Technical skills
Interpersonal skills
Negotiating skills
Collaboration skills
Problem-solving skills
Analytical skills
Self-motivated
Flexibility and adaptability
Technical Skills
Buying Patterns and Trends
Inbound Marketing
Develops Action Plans
Salesperson
Ability to Build a Brand
Sets Realistic Expectations with Clients
Agency Business
Business writing skills
Business acumen
Other Related Careers

