Graduate Certificate in Network and Communications Management

Responsibilities

Network and communications systems can range in complexity from a connection between two offices in a single building to global networks that carry data, voice, electronic mail and video throughout a multinational organization. Specifically, network and communications managers may:

• 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 network and communications systems personnel
• Monitor and evaluate network performance
• Enhance networks as business needs and technology evolve

Employment Outlook

Network and communications professionals work in virtually every industry, from insurance to healthcare to hospitality and many others. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the top 10 fastest growing occupations through 2012 include:

• Network systems and data communications analysts
• Computer software engineers for applications
• Computer software engineers for systems software