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Page 1: Find the best jobs in IT

Find the Best Jobs in Information Technology (IT)

Learn about today’s hottest jobs in IT

Presented by King University Online

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This presentation will review the best jobs in IT right now:• Computer Systems Analyst• Mobile Application Developer• User Experience Designer• Database Administrator• Software Developer• Computer Programmer

What We’ll Cover

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Computer System Analyst

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We’ll Cover…• What They Do

– Job responsibilities• Career Outlook

– Expected job growth in the U.S.• Education

– Required degree level– Types of degrees

Computer System Analyst

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Computer System Analysts:• Reimagine technology in the workplace by:

– Evaluating existing technology– Researching current needs – Identifying new tech solutions

• In charge of updates and general maintenance

What They Do

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Career Outlook• Computer Systems Analysts are

expected to see a 22% increase in jobs

Education• A bachelor’s degree in computer

science or information technology is required for entry into this tech field.

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Career Outlook & Education

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Mobile Application Developer

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We’ll Cover…• What They Do

– Job responsibilities• Career Outlook

– Expected job growth in the U.S.• Education

– Required degree level– Types of degrees

Mobile Application Developer

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Mobile Application Developers:

• Translate current brand identity into the mobile platform for companies by creating:– Mobile-friendly websites and– Interactive applications

What They Do

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Career Outlook• Employment opportunities for

mobile application developers will continue to grow as will their average salary.

• GeekWire, a tech news website, reports that the average salary for mobile application developers will increase by 9 percent within the year.

Education• A bachelor’s degree in

computer science or a related field along with a strong understanding of mobile technology, programming and development is required for entry.

Career Outlook & Education

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User Experience Designer

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We’ll Cover…• What They Do

– Job responsibilities• Career Outlook

– Expected job growth in the U.S.• Education

– Required degree level– Types of degrees

User Experience Designer

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User Experience Designers:• Work with Web designers

and programmers to:– Evaluate the functionality of

a website by answering questions like:• Does it have seamless flow

of content?• Does it guide users to the

important areas of a company’s website.

Information

Business GoalsUser Needs

What They Do

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Career Outlook• The career outlook is strong, as

GeekWire reports a 4.8 percent increase in a user experience designer’s salary.

Education• A bachelor’s degree in

information technology or a related field is required for entry into this tech field and

• An understanding of:– User mechanics– Web design and – Programming

Career Outlook & Education

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Database Administrator

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We’ll Cover…• What They Do

– Job responsibilities• Career Outlook

– Expected job growth in the U.S.• Education

– Required degree level– Types of degrees

Database Administrator

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Database Administrators:• Control data within a large company by:

– Helping to create, manage and secure data systems that promote error-free operations and efficiency.

What They Do

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Career Outlook• Database administrators are

expected to see a 31% increase in jobs

Education• Experience in data analysis is

preferred for entry into this field along with a bachelor’s in information technology or related field.

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Software Developer

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We’ll Cover…• What They Do

– Job responsibilities• Career Outlook

– Expected job growth in the U.S.• Education

– Required degree level– Types of degrees

Software Developer

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Software Developers:• Predict user needs through:

– Extensive research and – Identifying tech solutions to improve their overall experience.

• Design new software applications• Maintain these products through updates and fixes

What They Do

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Career Outlook• Software developers are expected to

see a 30% increase in jobs

Education• Software developers should hold a

bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering or information technology.

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Computer Programmer

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We’ll Cover…• What They Do

– Job responsibilities• Career Outlook

– Expected job growth in the U.S.• Education

– Required degree level– Types of degrees

Computer Programmer

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Computer Programmers:• Work with designers and engineers to:

– Identify code error– Seek ways to improve the program’s usability and – Update existing programs.

What They Do

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Career Outlook• Computer programmers are

expected to see a 12% increase in jobs

Education• Computer programmers should hold

a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering or information technology.

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Sources• Bureau of Labor Statistics

– http://www.bls.gov/home.htm• GeekWire

– http://www.geekwire.com/

Related Articles• Click the link below to view our

related article:– Jobs in IT

Sources & Related Articles

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• King University offers a fully online Bachelor of Information Technology degree for professionals seeking entry into one of these dynamic tech fields through continued education. • 124-credit hour program • Complete in 16 months • Accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern

Association of Colleges and Schools.

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