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TECHNOLOGY MANAGER: In Every Project You're Going To Find Something Interesting

About this video

Alix shares her story of being a technology manager. She describes her work day and how she went from being an English major to getting involved in the technology field. She also shares that she didn't know that this field would be so interesting and she gives advice for getting ahead in this line of work.

Degree: English Language and Literature

Job Title: Technology Manager

Job Summary: Computer and Information Systems Managers

Job Description

Computer and information systems managers, often called information technology managers (IT managers or IT project managers), plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization. They help determine the information technology goals of an organization and are responsible for implementing the appropriate computer systems to meet those goals.

On-the-Job Training

None

Additional Info

Most jobs for computer and information systems managers require several years of experience in a related information technology (IT) job. Lower-level management positions may require only a few years of experience. Directors are more likely to need 5 to 10 years of related work experience. A chief technology officer (CTO), who oversees the technology plan for an organization, may need more than 15 years of experience in the IT field before being considered for a job.

Quick Facts

Average salary

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$70,000 - $170,000

Projected Job Growth

10 to 20 percent

Typical schedule

Full-time

Typical workplace

Indoor, Office, Hospital / Clinic

Personal Qualities

Analytical skills, Leadership ability, Organizational skills, Problem solving skills, Verbal communication skills, Written communication skills

Educational Path

Education Requirement

Bachelor's degree

Recommended Education Degree

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree

Recommended Majors

Computer Science
Systems Engineering
Mathematics
Business
Electrical Engineering

Related Careers

Computer Hardware Engineers
Computer Programmers
Computer Systems Analysts
Database Administrators
Information Security Analysts
Web Developers
and Computer Network Architects
Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Software Developers
Top Executives

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