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IT Manager
One of the Hottest Careers in the U.S.
Today’s organizations need computer systems that perform effectively and reliably. Your role as an IT Manager is to ensure that your organization’s computer and information systems are available, continuous, and secure. Your responsibilities can include overseeing network security, programming, systems design, hardware and software installation, user services, Internet operations, and more.
Competing successfully in this field requires a broad base of knowledge and skills — just what you will find at Baker. Our classes are small, giving you an uncommon level of student-instructor interaction in a curriculum that’s designed to give you technical expertise, a strong foundation of leadership and communication skills, and a solid understanding of management principles.
– Winston Hughes Baker studentBaker looks to employers to find out what they need, what they’re looking at for prospective employees, and they teach that.
Career Facts
- The average annual wage for IT Managers is $113,800.
- Employment of computer and information systems managers is expected to grow faster than the average through the year 2016.
- People with management skills, an understanding of business practices and principles, and specialized technical knowledge will have excellent opportunities as technology grows in importance and companies recognize its ability to solve problems and drive revenue.
- Rapidly changing technology requires IT Managers to constantly be looking for developments that could benefit their organizations.
- As networks continue to expand and more people work remotely, IT Managers will communicate with and oversee offsite employees who use modems, laptops, e-mail, and the Internet.
Programs
- Associate
- Undergraduate
- Graduate
Want to get the ball rolling?
Everything about our college is aimed at getting you the job you want in the shortest time possible — from our affordable tuition, to how we choose our programs, to our small class sizes, and flexible class schedules.
Discover what Baker can do for your future. Schedule a visit or enroll online today.
