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Computing, technology and digital | Managerial
Network managers supervise the design, installation and running of IT, data and telephony systems in an organisation.
You could do a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree before applying for a job as a trainee network manager. Relevant subjects include:
You'll usually need 1 or 2 A-Levels, or equivalent, for a foundation degree or higher national diploma. You'll also need 2 to 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, for a degree.
You'll usually need 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A-Levels, or equivalent, for a higher or degree apprenticeship.
You'll need:
You could:
You'll need to keep your skills up to date, for example in mobile and 'cloud' technologies. You can do this through professional development training and industry certifications. You can move into project and information management, service planning and delivery, information security, business analysis or freelance consultancy.
IT security co-ordinators protect their clients' data from unauthorised access, theft and misuse.
Housing officers look after rented properties for local authorities and housing associations.
Software developers design, build and test computer programs for business, education and leisure services.
Business analysts work with organisations to help them change and improve.
Customer services managers develop service standards, deal with quality control and manage customer service teams.
Economic development officers work with communities, local government and business to bring investment, jobs and facilities to an area.
Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction, or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday, and sick pay.
Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job – whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables, or building engines!
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