Information Technology (IT) Careers
Expertise for a Dynamic Career Field
Earning your Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree online from Lindenwood University will open the door to numerous IT careers in a field that’s growing much faster than the average industry growth rate. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the IT field is growing annually by 22%, and more than 315,000 new positions will be created for software developers by 2029.
- 22% industry growth rate
- $107,510 median annual salary for software developers
- Thousands of new positions each year
Lindenwood’s online IT degree offers concentrations in application development and networking. Both concentration options deliver the information technology career skills you need to specialize in the area of your choice.
Software Developer
$105,590/year
Software developers design and produce new software, applications, and computer programs. These professionals identify technical needs and model their software creations to help individuals complete work more efficiently through technology.
Computer and Information systems Manager
$XX,XXX/year
Computer and information systems managers work to improve the technical functions of a business or institution. While supervising a team of information technology experts, these professionals identify their company’s technical needs and choose software and computer systems to ensure these needs are met and that all departments can function efficiently through technology.
Career and salary information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Additional IT careers for graduates of this degree:
- Computer network architect
- Computer programmer
- Database administrator
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Program Outcomes: Prepare for the Future of Your Field
When you complete the online IT degree, you will be able to:
- Analyze the information systems needs of an organization for its business and operational objectives
- Assess the organizational structure of an organization to determine the most effective manner to deploy technology to the organization
- Demonstrate the technical skills necessary to design, implement, support, and maintain information systems and its subcomponents
- Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties of a network administrator
- Conduct effective IT procedures in diverse business settings
Career Support
Lindenwood University is committed to supporting its students academically and professionally after graduation.
Contact an enrollment counselor at 855-941-0568 to learn more about the career services that are available to you.
Job Fairs
We host four job fairs per year, both on campus and through our partnerships within the Gateway Career Association.
Office of Career Services
We can help you begin your job search, make professional connections, and prepare for the job you want.
Alumni Network
When you graduate with a degree from Lindenwood, you’ll be a part of our extensive network of former students.
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