Information Technology Directors
Description
Information technology directors plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the work and resources necessary to provide and operate IT infrastructure and services, including networks, devices, servers and software that runs on the infrastructure within an organisation. IT programme managers and directors direct and provide technical oversight to particular IT programmes of a discrete duration and/or budget.
Tasks
- Develops in consultation with other senior management the IT strategy of the organisation directs the implementation within the organisation of IT strategy, infrastructure, procurement, procedures and standards develops the periodic business plan and operational budget for IT to deliver agreed service levels considers the required IT staffing levels, oversees recruitment and appointment of staff and directs training policy prioritises and schedules major IT projects ensures that new technologies are researched and evaluated in the light of the organisation’s broad requirements works with client or senior management to establish and clarify the aims, objectives and requirements of an IT programme plans, directs, reviews and provides technical oversight to IT programmes, involving the co-ordination of multiple IT projects
Entry Requirements
There are no pre-set entry requirements although candidates usually possess a degree or equivalent qualification together with substantial, relevant work experience. A variety of professional and postgraduate qualifications is available.
Case Study
Jerome Angus
Hospitality Supervision & Leadership - Level 3 Diploma
Jerome says: "I chose to study at Merton College because it has excellent facilities for my Hospitality & Catering course. The College is very welcoming and my tutors are very supportive. As part of my course, I deliver a service to customers that visit the Taste Restaurant and I really enjoy interacting with them. We regularly host events and I like working as a team to co-ordinate these events. For example, we are often visited by members of the local community who come to the restaurant for lunch."
Once Jerome has completed his Diploma, he intends to study a Higher Level Apprenticeship in Hospitality and work for a major restaurant chain. His ultimate goal is to own a chain of restaurants one day.
