How to become a dealership general manager?

Many dealership general managers start their careers with an entry-level position at a dealership and earn promotions over the course of several years. There are no formal education requirements to work for a dealership; you can enter the field with just a high school diploma or equivalent. But some candidates who have a degree in business administration, marketing, or management may be able to acquire a supervisory position with little professional experience. Be diligent about completing your job duties and learn what makes each department run smoothly, especially the sales department. Seek leadership positions and work your way up to supervisory roles. Once you have several years of industry experience and understand how to run a dealership, seek general manager positions.