Information Technology
The Information Technology industry is a dynamic and entrepreneurial field that continues to have a revolutionary impact on the Montana and global economy. IT careers involve the design, development, support and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services.
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Associate Degree/Certificate
The following careers and be achieved with just 1-2 years of school.
Computer User Support Specialist
- Average Salary: $45,410
- Job Growth (10 yr): Much faster than average
- Annual Openings: Very high
Computer Network Support Specialist
- Average Salary: $52,460
- Job Growth (10 yr): Average
- Annual Openings: Very few
Bachelor's Degree
The following careers and be achieved with a Bachelor's Degree.
Software Designer
- Average Salary: $93,570
- Job Growth (10 yr): Very fast
Database Administrator
- Average Salary: $70,110
- Job Growth (10 yr): Much faster than average
- Annual Openings: Few
Speaking for myself, the job prospects were great. I had two job offers two months
before I even graduated.
Chris
Cybersecurity program graduate, Great Falls College
Learn more about Chris's experience
Chart Your Course in IT
There are many options for education and training beyond high school, depending on
your career goals.
- CISCO
- Computer Application/Computer & Information Technology
- Digital Media Technology
- Graphic Design
- Network Technology
- Robotics
- Senior Year Math
- Accounting
- Entrepreneurship
- Introduction to Business
- Computer Programming
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Network Administration & Security
- Management Information Systems
- Job Shadow
- Apprenticeships & Internships
- Field Trip to IT-based Company
- Assist Business/Community Leaders to Promote Events via a website/social media
- Cooperative Work Experience
- Work at School-based Enterprise/School Store
- Computer Engineer
- Database Administrator
- Game Developer
- Media Specialist
- Network Security Analyst
- Network Technician
- Software Design Engineer
- Systems Administrator
- Virtual Reality Specialist
- Web Architect/Designer