IT Project Manager

Find out how to become an IT project manager and work in the information technology industry. Discover information on salary, growth, stability and occupational expectations.

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The current average salary of an IT Project Manager is $119,000 - 168,300 annually

What does an IT Project Manager do?

IT project managers provide leadership to plan and coordinate information technology based projects.

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What are the key skills of an IT Project Manager?

IT project managers oversee different aspects of technological projects from design to evaluation. They are responsible for coordinating personnel and activities.

Ensure that IT projects remain on target throughout their lifecycle
Set and maintain project budgets
Evaluate the progress and skills of other personnel
Utilise problem solving skills to keep projects on-track
Determine the necessity for and implement consequent projects
Report to other managers throughout a project

How to become an IT Project Manager

If you want to become an IT Project Manager, you'll typically need to have a bachelor's degree in computer science or information technology, as well as a certification in project management.

We recommend studying a ICT50220 - Diploma of Information Technology as this qualification can help you start developing the relevant skill set in becoming an IT Project Manager provided that you do further study.

Quick facts

Working as an IT project manager allows you to combine your decision making and problem solving skills with effective communication and people skills.

Employment for IT Project Managers is set to grow in the next five years, as of 2020.

Outlook

Average Hours Worked

44 full-time hours per week vs. all jobs average of 44 hours

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Main Industries

Information technology
Job Growth

Set to grow in the next five years, as of 2020.

* All information on this page has been complied using figures from au.talent.com and the Australian Government's labourmarketinsights.gov.au - all figures are indications only, and are accurate at time of publication. Please do your own research before selecting a course or career.

Study pathways

Get the skills you need by studying the courses below.

ICT50220
Diploma of Information Technology
Information Technology & Operations