Certificate in Tech Project Management

About Tech Project Management
Technology plays an undeniable role in our lives today, being an integral part of everything from light bulbs in our homes to sophisticated satellites. Tech project management combines the rapidly expanding field of technology with the field of project management in order to effectively manage resources and personnel to introduce new and innovative technological solutions to various issues faced by people around the world. This field mainly focuses on exploring new avenues in information technology, computer systems and communications that can bring about a revolution in how we live, work and communicate.

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About the Degree
In order to enroll in a Certificate of Tech Project Management or Certificate of Technology Management (CTM), you need at least a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field. Certificates in project management are aimed at both fresh graduates and experienced professionals and focus on developing key managerial skills such as accounting, communications, leadership and quality control. Courses include systems engineering, cost control, data analysis, report preparation, presentation techniques, occupational safety, employee retention and supply management. A specific technology course such as network management, information security or database management is also included allowing students to gain a highly specialized degree that can be applied across numerous industries.

Career Prospects
As the focus on developing new technologies and improving existing ones increases, more and more technology project managers are being hired around the world. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment opportunities in this field will increase by around 17% during the next ten years. Average starting salaries for project managers in the field of technology are currently $88,000 which increases to more than $140,000 for more experienced professionals.