§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

chief operating officer

Chief operating officers are the right hand and second in command of a company's chief executive officer.

Description

Chief operating officers are the right hand and second in command of a company's chief executive officer. They ensure that the daily operations of the company run smoothly. Chief operating officers also develop company policies, rules and goals.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

marketing management company policies financial statements business process modelling operations management

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

financial management lean manufacturing

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

integrate strategic foundation in daily performance establish collaborative relations abide by business ethical code of conducts analyse business plans make strategic business decisions conclude business agreements track key performance indicators shape organisational teams based on competencies evaluate performance of organisational collaborators lead managers of company departments collaborate in company's daily operations negotiate with stakeholders ensure lawful business operations plan medium to long term objectives interpret financial statements develop professional network

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)