Career Development
Your Career Path
An IIG qualification opens doors to exciting careers across the gem, diamond, and jewellery industry — from retail to trading, design to gemology.
Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Gemologist
Identify, grade, and appraise gemstones for retailers, wholesalers, and laboratories.
Recommended Courses
- Gemology Graduate
- Masters In Gemology
Avg. Salary Range (USA)
$45,000 – $95,000
Diamond Grader
Evaluate diamonds using the 4Cs for labs, trading companies, and retail chains.
Recommended Courses
- Diamond Graduate Program
- Advanced Diamond Grading
Avg. Salary Range (USA)
$50,000 – $110,000
Jewellery Designer
Create original designs for collections, custom orders, and manufacturing.
Recommended Courses
- Jewellery Design Graduate
- Masters In Jewellery Design
Avg. Salary Range (USA)
$40,000 – $90,000
Jewellery Appraiser
Provide certified valuations for insurance, estate, and resale purposes.
Recommended Courses
- Gemology Graduate
- Jewellery Grading & Certification
Avg. Salary Range (USA)
$55,000 – $120,000
Diamond Trader
Buy and sell diamonds in wholesale and retail markets across America and globally.
Recommended Courses
- Masters In Diamonds
- Rough Diamond Assortment
Avg. Salary Range (USA)
$60,000 – $200,000+
Retail Jewellery Manager
Lead a jewellery retail team, manage inventory, and drive sales performance.
Recommended Courses
- Jewellery Retail Sales Management
- Jewellery Merchandising Professional
Avg. Salary Range (USA)
$45,000 – $85,000
Industry Network
Job Placement Partners
IIG graduates are actively recruited by leading companies in the gem and jewellery industry