IT Manager

IT Managers oversee an organisation’s IT department, managing IT staff, network security, and daily operations. As an IT Manager you’ll be analysing the information technology needs of the organisation, then (working within a budget) procure and install the hardware, software, and cloud systems to meet those needs.

IT Managers liaise with senior management about resourcing and budgets — planning IT systems to address business growth and operational changes. They also oversee contracts relating to network operations and cybersecurity.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $130,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a it manager?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
Recommended

Master of Information Technology (IT Management)
Blended, Online
18 - 24 months
$35,760 - $43,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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IT Manager Technology Consultant Software Development Manager Music Librarian
+ 4 more
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Chief Information Officer Information Systems Manager IT Project Manager IT Manager Technology Consultant Software Development Manager Music Librarian + 4 more
ICT50220

Diploma of Information Technology
On Campus, Online
18 months
$5,928 - $8,940
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Systems Engineer Systems Analyst Network Administrator Java Developer Analyst Programmer Javascript Developer ICT Support Engineer Programmer Systems Tester ICT Project Manager Computer Technician Network Technician Junior Website Designer Cloud Support Technician E-Commerce Developer Data Miner Digital Project Manager Blockchain Engineer Network Specialist Salesforce Developer Intelligence Officer Chief Innovation Officer Data Analytics Consultant IoT Engineer Cyber Security Engineer Data Consultant IT Auditor Automated Tester Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Digital Business Analyst E-Commerce Manager IT Manager Software Tester E-learning Developer Drone Operator Data Architect Computer Engineer Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Technical Architect Systems Consultant Solutions Designer Functional Analyst Business Intelligence Developer Solutions Analyst Systems Architect Integration Analyst Integration Developer Network Architect Cloud Architect Mobile Application Developer Sitecore Developer Salesforce Administrator Solutions Consultant Enterprise Architect Database Developer Solutions Architect Test Analyst Technical Business Analyst Technical Lead Technical Consultant Test Engineer Integration Engineer Cybercrime Investigator Digital Producer Multimedia Artist 3D Printing Technician Applications Engineer Information Architect .NET Developer Systems Designer Robotics Technician Information Designer Meteorologist IT Specialist Photogrammetrist Software Designer Cyber Defender Cyber Security Architect AI Specialist UX Developer Computer Systems Engineer Data Modeller Senior Business Analyst AI Consultant Computer Architect Creative Technologist Visual Effects Artist Software Development Manager Enterprise Solutions Architect Developer Programmer ICT Architect Master Data Analyst Database Designer Chief Information Officer Research and Development Manager Algorithm Engineer Python Developer Computational Biologist IT Operations Manager Analytics Manager + 97 more
ICT60220

Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
On Campus
78 weeks
$8,940
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) IT Risk Manager Data Engineer
Senior Systems Engineer Systems Administrator IT Manager IT Project Manager IT Business Analyst Programmer Service Desk Analyst Network Specialist Salesforce Developer Integration Analyst Integration Developer Mobile Application Developer Sitecore Developer Solutions Consultant Enterprise Architect Test Engineer Applications Engineer Systems Designer Software Designer AI Specialist Network Analyst Computer Systems Engineer Computer Architect Software Development Manager IT Director Digital Transformation Manager React Developer Chief Data Officer
+ 28 more
ICT60220

Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (IT Strategy and Organisational Development)
Online
12 months
$2,910
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
IT Manager IT Project Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
IT Manager IT Project Manager

Master of Information Technology (Information Systems)
Blended, On Campus
24 months
$0 - $65,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
IT Manager Information Security Analyst Data Manager
Information Systems Manager IT Consultant
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
IT Manager Information Security Analyst Data Manager Information Systems Manager IT Consultant + 2 more

Graduate Certificate in Information Technology
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$0 - $32,700
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cloud Architect Enterprise Architect IT Consultant
IT Manager Information Architect
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cloud Architect Enterprise Architect IT Consultant IT Manager Information Architect + 2 more

Graduate Diploma in Information Technology
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 18 months
$8,948 - $54,985
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Analyst Programmer IT Manager Software Engineer
Systems Analyst Integration Engineer .NET Developer Systems Designer Computer Architect
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Analyst Programmer IT Manager Software Engineer Systems Analyst Integration Engineer .NET Developer Systems Designer Computer Architect + 5 more

Graduate Diploma in Information Technology Management
On Campus
12 months
$19,320 - $39,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
IT Manager IT Consultant IT Director
IT Project Manager
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
IT Manager IT Consultant IT Director IT Project Manager + 1 more
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Common questions

How much do IT Managers earn?

In Australia, a full time IT Manager generally earns $2,500 per week ($130,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience and technical expertise you can expect a higher salary than people who are new in the role.

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What are the job opportunities for IT Managers?

Opportunities for IT Managers are expected to grow strongly over the next 5 years as more than 36,000 jobs open up around the country. IT Managers are employed by corporate enterprises, private businesses, government departments, and community service organisations across all industries and employment sectors.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become a IT Manager?

IT Managers need a solid background in ICT as well as leadership, project management, and business skills. Get started as a IT Manager with the Diploma of of Information Technology, but a Certificate IV in Leadership and Management may also be helpful. The diploma takes 12 months to complete.

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Further reading

Qualifications to level up your ICT career

16th December 2019)

How to get your first job in IT

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What can you do with a Certificate IV in Information Technology?

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