| |  | | Online degrees, just a click away! |   An Online Technology Degree | Five of the 20 fastest-growing occupations, according to the US Department of Labor, are computer-related. An online degree in an information technology field may be your fastest path to a major career boost. Here are some of your options:
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University of Phoenix Online |
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University of Phoenix Online is the largest accredited university with an innovative approach to distance education. Earn an online degree and advance your career at University of Phoenix Online.
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Kaplan University |
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Kaplan University's accredited online degree programs allow you to earn the degree you need and advance your career without missing a day of work.
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- Information Technology. IT Managers keep the systems going that keep many businesses going. The job is in demand and pays well. See the online degree programs that can prepare you.
- Web Development. Internet use and web development opportunities have been growing steadily. The quality of a company's website can be a major competitive advantage. Web site development is an ideal subject to learn through an online degree.
- Networks Are Hot. Robert Half Technology group asked a poll of more than 1,400 Chief Information Officers (CIOs) what specialty is most in demand. Their top choice: computer networking management. A good computer technology school offers a number of courses in that area.
- Build Your Future in Software. Every business using computers needs applications. The outlook for software engineering jobs remains strong. Your online degree in computer science could lead you to a job at a consultancy. "If you're interested in application design, a consultancy is a great way to go," says Rodd Halstead, a Group Manager in Engineering at Siebel Systems Inc. "When a large company needs a new application, they almost always outsource it to a consultancy. That's where you'll get broad experience."
- QA: Always Needed. No software or system can be deployed without careful checking by quality assurance, or QA experts They diagnose problems, recommend solutions, and determine whether program requirements have been met. A good computer technology school can train you for a QA career through the convenience of distance learning. Study where and when it's convenient, from almost any PC.
Sources: QA Analysts
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