The phrase "upward mobility" means the ability or opportunity for someone to improve their social or economic status and move to a higher position or class in society. Full definition
Without a firm theological foundation, leadership is only a sophisticated means of upward mobility through institutional advancement. (religion-online.org)
Each of these in ways great or small work against the cause of language proficiency; in doing so, they make the task of educating for upward mobility more difficult. (educationnext.org)
Seeking a challenging position with unlimited upward mobility in distribution, procurement and product support. (members.climber.com)