Computer and Information Systems Managers

Plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization. Help determine the information technology goals of an organization and are responsible for implementing computer systems to meet those goals.

What You'll Do

Analyze their organization’s computer needs and recommend possible upgrades to top executives
Plan and direct installing and upgrading computer hardware and software
Ensure the security of an organization’s network and electronic documents
Learn about new technology and look for ways to upgrade their organization’s computer systems
Plan and direct the work of other IT professionals, including computer systems analysts, software developers, information security analysts, and computer support specialists

Abilities You'll Need

Attention Span

Concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.

Categorization

Generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.

Comprehension

Listen or read and understand the information and ideas presented.

Dependability

Combine personal soft-skills such as being polite, listening, respecting authority, etc., to properly function in a professional environment.

Good Communications

Communicate information and ideas through written and spoken word so others will understand.

Originality

Develop creative ways to solve problems.

Problem Recognition

Recognize when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.

Problem Solving

Combine the necessary skills and information to produce a solution.

Reasoning

Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions as well as apply those rules to make decisions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

Knowledge You'll Gain

Administration and Management

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Computers and Electronics

Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Customer Service

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Economics and Accounting

Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.

Production and Processing

Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Telecommunications

Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.