Technology Management is a versatile degree that can lead to jobs and careers in many different areas. Visit the department website, watch the videos below, or scroll down and select an option under Related Career Fields to see more information about potential careers you can pursue.
Technology Management
Related Career Fields
Select a career field below to see some of the various areas it encompasses, types of employers, and some sample occupations.
Network Technology
Career Areas
- Intranet development, installation, testing, monitoring, maintenance, security, support
- Hardware and software design
Employers
- Financial institutions
- Insurance companies
- Consulting firms
- Manufacturers
- Computer companies
- Telecommunications companies
- Retailers
- Healthcare organizations
- Hotels and restaurants
- Entertainment companies
- Environmental management firms
- Transportation companies
- Education institutions
- Research institutions
- City, state, and federal government
General Information
- Seek work experience in university computer labs or through related part-time jobs, internships or volunteer opportunities.
- Develop effective analytical and problem solving skills.
- Expect to spend a significant amount of time responding to inquiries from colleagues, customers and employees.
- Acquire strong oral and written communication skills and an interest in helping others.
- Gain knowledge in a variety of computer areas including programming, software and hardware.
- Stay abreast of the latest network technologies.
- Consider earning applicable certifications such as Cisco or Microsoft for some positions.
Database Administration
Career Areas
- Development
- Installation
- Testing
- Maintenance/Support
- Archiving/Security
- Upgrading
- Systems integration
- Management
Employers
- Financial institutions
- Insurance companies
- Consulting firms
- Manufacturers
- Computer companies
- Telecommunications companies
- Retailers
- Healthcare organizations
- Hotels and restaurants
- Entertainment companies
- Environmental management firms
- Transportation companies
- Education institutions
- Research institutions
- City, state, and federal government
General Information
- Develop logical thinking skills, attention to detail and the ability to concentrate for long periods of time.
- Obtain technical experience through paid or volunteer positions.
- Seek general knowledge of computer languages and database management software; consider specializing in one for increased marketability.
- Acquire strong communication skills to prepare for work with teams of programmers and with staff who may have limited computer training.
Join Organizations
Being active in both student and professional organizations can help boost your career. You'll have the opportunity to network with and learn from peers, mentors, and professionals. Working within these groups helps build leadership, teamwork, and communication skills. You'll gain hands-on experience, showing employers your proactive attitude and commitment to growth, making you a stronger job candidate.
Student Organizations
Check out the organizations listed below, search Laker Life, or talk with a Career Coach to find others.
Search for Employers
General Guidelines and Strategies
- Complete informational interviews with current professionals to help establish career goals.
- Obtain an internship, co-op or part-time job in a relevant area to increase employability.
- Develop strong interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills.
- Obtain vendor-specific or networking certifications to gain a competitive edge for some positions.
- Obtain an area of specialization through a master’s degree or by doing advanced coursework.
- Minor in business to learn managerial skills.
- Gain an MBA for greater employability in the field of Technology Management.
- Develop good computer skills.
- Intern at up-and-coming technology companies for an advantage towards management positions.
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