Our MSc Information Technology Management is an innovative course that delves into a range of cutting-edge topics relevant to the IT industry. It’s designed with progression in mind – so as you deepen your knowledge of cyber security, systems design and coding practices, you’ll also be prepared to advance into senior IT positions. Not only that, but you’ll also build skills perfect for a variety of roles in IT, as well as related fields.
In this blog post, we’ll discuss five career paths accessible to MSc Information Technology Management graduates.
1. Cloud Engineer
Cloud engineers are responsible for a range of cloud computing maintenance tasks, including planning, management and support. In our Cloud Operations and Management module, you’ll develop key skills directly applicable to this career path. Explore a range of cloud computing tools for scripting, graphical user interface (GUI) design and data analysis – while learning how to implement these applications and services in the workplace.
2. DevOps Engineer
DevOps engineers automate software development processes within a company. In this role, you’ll be responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations, as well as managing IT services that run in a cloud environment – a growing industry due to the rise in remote working. Day-to-day tasks could include infrastructure management, system administration and developer collaboration.
3. IT Service Manager
As an IT service manager, your focus will be on staying ahead of the technology curve and delivering effective IT processes. Our Informational Technology Service Management (ITSM) module will ensure you’re fully equipped with all the knowledge you need for the role. Learn about change, incident, risk and configuration management, and discover how to map ITSM to common enterprise standards, including ITIL, TOGAF, COBIT, DevSecOps and AIOps.
4. Digital Transformation Specialist
As a digital transformation specialist, you’ll put your expert skills and knowledge to good use and digitise services, support digital training and drive technological improvements. A day’s work could involve analysing customer experiences, generating insights and providing recommendations on digital strategies. This role involves staying at the forefront of digital technology and spotting emerging industry trends.
5. EIT Consultant – Risk and Governance
An excellent and varied career option is to work in risk and governance. You could find yourself in roles across a range of industries, including scientific research, finance, information technology or even within government. And in more senior roles, you’ll take the lead by communicating findings to stakeholders and seeking out ways to improve data management – all while developing data frameworks and maintaining compliance.
There are plenty of other exciting career opportunities in the IT industry – you could find yourself in cyber security, web development, telecommunications and much more. If you can’t commit to a full Masters degree right now, we offer this course at PG Dip and PG Cert level too, allowing you to gain an industry recognised qualification in as little as 16 months or eight months respectively.
Ready to kickstart your IT management career?
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