System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager

CIP 11.1002 Certificate Associate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

61 total including inactive

States

Across 15 states

Graduates (2023)

314

Total completions

System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 15 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Illinois, Texas and Oklahoma.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$171,200

Computer and Information Systems Managers

Job Growth

+15.2%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$4,494

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Computer and Information Systems Managers. In-state tuition ranges from $434 to $10,400, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 266 (84.7%)

Female: 48 (15.3%)

Degree Level Distribution

Certificate: 251 (79.9%)

Associate: 63 (20.1%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

Conventional

Investigative

Enterprising

organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving; leading, influencing, and persuading others

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

Organization
Data management
Conducting research
Solving complex problems
Leadership roles
Sales

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Organized

✓ Detail-oriented

✓ Analytical

✓ Curious

✓ Confident

✓ Persuasive

💡 Interests

● Organization

● Data management

● Conducting research

● Solving complex problems

● Leadership roles

● Sales

⭐ Work Values

♦ Active Listening

♦ Monitoring

♦ Speaking

♦ Achievement

♦ Knowledge

♦ Accuracy

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

Do you enjoy organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving; leading, influencing, and persuading others?

Do you value active listening?

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:

• Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
• Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
• Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

⚠ Consider These Challenges:

• Those who prefer routine tasks
• Those who avoid public speaking or sales
• Those who dislike repetitive tasks

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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.