IT Managers are responsible for the planning, supervision and operation of an on-going programme of IT services in an organisation.
IT Managers manage the planning, design, selection, implementation, use, and administration of emerging and converging information and communications technologies.
Also known as: IT Operations Manager, Technical Lead (a little erroneously), IS Manager, ICT Manager, or Chief Operations Officer of IT
The following is the recommended qualification for this role:
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, plus relevant industry experience
Bachelor of IT/ICT/Computing (and various names) through ITP Sector, plus relevant industry experience
Bachelor of Commerce in Information Systems (or equiv Info Science, Info Mngmt), plus relevant industry experience
See What to study for more information.
The following professional certification is recommended for those practicing in this role:
These industry certifications may be helpful for this role: