Online degrees in technical management
In the information technology field, career advancement generally means promotion from an administrative position into a technical management role. Online degrees in technical management help administrators develop the business perspective they need to function effectively as a manager.
Technical management careers unite information systems and business expertise. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), "Computer and information systems managers generally have technical expertise from working in a computer occupation as well as an understanding of business and management principles."
Technical management programs offer a combined curriculum encompassing business fundamentals and information systems training. Online degrees in technical management cover:
- Business: Finance, marketing, accounting and management
- Information technology: Systems management and design, networking, database management, systems security and project management
Some courses span both fields, offering training in business information systems, enterprise architecture and electronic business. Aspiring technical managers can also target a particular industry, with elective courses in health services technical management, hospitality technical management, human resources IT management and operations management.
