IT (Information Technology)
What qualifications do you need to build your career in Information Technology field?
For jobs in programming, network support, technical support, database administration, computer and network security, and website development you will need certified technical skills.
For more management-based roles (including IT, applications development, project, customer relationship, e-commerce, operations, web and portal development manager, and chief executive of an IT company), as well as business analysis, and consultancy you will need to back this up with communication and business skills. These can be gained from a university or college course, or receive training from your employer.
For jobs in the “IT and electronic services” field (installation, user support, repair, operations, helpdesk, systems administration and network support), you need either a GCSE in IT, a foundation and/or advanced modern apprenticeship, GNVQ advanced, A-level (or equivalent) computer studies, an HNC/HND in IT or related subjects, or a degree, depending on the actual job.
For higher-level jobs (such as consultant, business analyst, project manager, and Webmaster), you need either a higher degree or a professional qualification from the British Computer Society or the Institute for the Management of Information Systems.