Job Information:
We will be explaining and talking about some of the general descriptions and requirements on how to become a manager and the nature of the work involved.
Some of the characteristics held in this field is that a person with a lot of experience on there resume or some one that have graduated with a masters degree. Most individuals in this field are knowledgeable about most technology. They also have to be responsible and knowledgeable on how to run there department. Strong communication skills are a very important characteristic in this field. Values held in this field are that they are always trying to stay abreast of the latest technology that could benefit their organization. Other values would be respecting and helping out other employees in the working field.
n Technical skills.
n Strong communication skills.
n Strong business skills.
n Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Many mangers have experiences as systems analysts, computer support specialists, programmers, or other information technology professionals. Bachelor’s degree is usually required, although most employers often prefer a master’s degree in business administration (MBA) with technology. Some managers may have only an associate’s degree, provided they have sufficient experience and were able to learn additional skills on the job.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1) Computer and information systems managers plan, coordinate, and direct research and design the computer-related activities of firms.
2) They analyze the computer and information needs of their organization and determine personnel and equipment requirements.
3) Most managers in this field have the final say in how the organization is going to be coordinated and which equipment is required.
4) They are responsible for presenting information about technology that is the best weapon to benefit the organization that not only cuts cost, but also increase revenue.
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Managers |
Salary Range in 2000 |
Salary Range in 2001 |
Salary Range in 2002 |
|
Professional and commercial equipment |
$ 92,270 |
$ 103,860 |
$ 110,560 |
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Computer and data processing services |
$ 88,410 |
$ 92,520 |
$ 98,665 |
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Commercial banks |
$ 82,490 |
$ 88,785 |
$ 93,240 |
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Management and public relations |
$ 73,930 |
$ 78,830 |
$ 83,390 |
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Colleges and universities |
$ 64,460 |
$ 70,594 |
$ 76,680 |
Advancement & Promotion:
Manager position is the highest position in most cases so they are not really that many promotions. Most managers however do get a lot of bonuses, expense accounts and stock options that a regular employee would not get. Some advancement in this field is becoming managers in nontechnical areas such as marketing, human resources, or sales.
By the year 2010, computer and information systems managers are expected to increase much faster than the average for all occupations. They will be more job openings because they will have to replace the retired managers or those who move into other occupations. The more the technology grows the more need for managers to keep the organization organized and to keep it a leading competitor with other organizations.
Related Occupations:
Computer programmers, computer software engineers, systems analysts, computer scientists, database administrators, computer support specialists, and systems administrators.