BA/BS Degree — Demand & Depth Analysis

What the data shows for BA/BS Degree:

• •Required in 0.6% of all scored postings — demand is growing as more employers add it to requirements
• •Employers typically expect L5 depth — architect-level, not just familiarity
• •Most demand comes from Marketing roles — 39% of all BA/BS Degree jobs
• •Median salary for roles requiring BA/BS Degree: $140K vs $130K for roles that don't — a $15K difference

What L5 means in practice:

L5 (Expert) means the employer expects someone who can architect systems around BA/BS Degree, mentor teams, and make strategic decisions. This goes well beyond "I’ve used it before."

This means employers aren't looking for someone who has used BA/BS Degree once or twice. They want evidence of professional application — shipped work, measurable outcomes, and the ability to operate independently.

Common skill gaps:

The gap rate of 8.7% means most candidates have adequate BA/BS Degree proficiency. To stand out, aim for L4-L5 depth with concrete evidence.

Which roles need BA/BS Degree most:

Marketing positions drive 39% of demand. Data Analysis and Operations also frequently list BA/BS Degree as a requirement. Skills commonly paired with BA/BS Degree include Data Analysis and SQL.