Hawaii relies on a vibrant tourism culture for economic growth, and 110,300 local workers are employed in the leisure and hospitality industry across the state. From tour guides and tour equipment operators to hotel workers and management, a variety of careers are built on the millions of vacationers who visit the islands every year.
In addition to tourism, Hawaii's top employers are in the trade, transportation, and utilities industry. Transportation and logistics company Alexander & Baldwin has its headquarters in Honolulu, as does Hawaiian Electric. The industry as a whole employs about 121,100 workers in the state. Workers hoping to move up in this large industry might consider business-related degrees, such as business administration or accounting.
Growing industries in Hawaii include healthcare and professional and business services. Dental assistants in Honolulu earn $34,900 on average, according to Salary.com, while fully trained dental hygienists earn $68,200. Accountants in Honolulu earn starting salaries that average $45,200 annually. While no career training program can guarantee a particular career or salary, many jobs do have mandatory degree or training requirements.
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Hawaii All Career Education Programs
University of Phoenix - Hawaii CampusSchool Information
With convenient class locations as well as online learning, University of Phoenix makes quality higher education highly accessible. Whether you're seeking an associate's, bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree, we can help you reach your goal while you work-and much sooner than you might expect.
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BS in Business / Accounting
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BS in Business / Administration
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BS in Business / Communication
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BS in Business / e - Business
Remington College - Honolulu
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Enhance your marketable skill set quickly with Remington College. As a student, you will have access to focused classes and a team of career placement professionals.
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AAS in Clinical Medical Assisting
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AAS in Computer and Network Administration
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AAS in Criminal Justice
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AAS in International Business
Argosy University Hawaii
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At Argosy University/Honolulu we prepare individuals for careers that make a difference, whether in business, education, or psychology. Learn how you can make a difference in your life, and the lives of others.
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B.S. Criminal Justice
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B.S. in Business Administration - Accounting
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B.S. in Business Administration - Finance
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B.S. in Business Administration - Human Resource Management
Heald College - Honolulu
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Heald College offers 18-month associate degree programs that will prepare you for a career in Business, Technology, or Healthcare. Small class sizes, hands-on instruction.
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