TO SUCCEED AS A TECHNOLOGY ADMINISTRATOR
YOUR EDUCATION NEEDS TO INCLUDE...

BUSINESS OR TELECOMMUNICATIONS ADMINISTRATION:

Generate performance, cost, and inventory record-keeping systems. Apply project management skills to all areas of responsibility. Apply software applications to business situations.

COMPUTING:
Interface effectively with management information systems personnel.

OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT:

Analyze and report impact of operational changes. Use numeric models for problem identification, formulation and solution. Write requests for proposals based on specific requirements. Design and develop solutions to specific business needs.

MATHEMATICS & ACCOUNTING:

Perform both long and short-term cost/benefit analyses Prepare budgets and forecasts. Use spreadsheet software to develop cost comparison and tracking schemes. Use mathematical tools to analyze and solve business problems.

GENERAL EDUCATION:
Write effective business and technical communications. Make presentations to technical and business audiences. Apply critical thinking skills to sensitive and complex issues. Use applied research techniques to find relevant information for decision-making and problem solving.


 

Technology Administrators must have a broad knowledge of business functions as well as extensive computer skills. Their roles and titles vary depending on the size and complexity of the company and technology involved.


Plan and design networks.
Develop budgets and policies for equipment and services.
Purchase equipment and coordinate installation.
Analyze and evaluate trends and new technologies.
Prepare and deliver business presentations.
Recruit, manage and interact with other administrators.
Monitor and evaluate network performance.
Use software to create solutions.