Why study network management?
Networks are interwoven within nearly everything that we experience and their performance has a tremendous impact on an organization’s productivity – and a user’s experience. Studying network management will enable you to have a fun, fast-paced career supporting every aspect of network systems, and serving as an integral part of any business or organization’s IT team.
Studying network management will mean that you can design, implement, and manage network infrastructure, including components including switches, routers, and the installation of additional servers.
Degrees & Certificates
IT – Network Management
Associate Degree in Applied Science
Time to Complete:
Two years
Schedule:
Day classes
Earn an associate degree in applied science with a focus on network management at Forsyth Tech. Gain in-depth knowledge of Red Hat, Cisco, Microsoft, Virtualization, and Network Defense, emphasizing practical skills and hands-on experience. Eligible students can pursue internships to earn while they learn. Prepare for the future in network management.
IT – Network Management – Cisco Certified Network Associate
Certificate
Time to Complete:
1-2 semesters, part-time
Schedule:
Day, evening and online classes
Becoming a Cisco Certified Network Associate will prepare you with the basics of networking, switching and routing and network programmability. Cisco is an international networking, cloud and security technology conglomerate.
IT – Network Management – Cisco Security Fundamentals
Certificate
Time to Complete:
1-2 semesters, part-time
Schedule:
Day, evening and online classes
Studying for the Cisco Security Fundamentals certificate offers comprehensive networking knowledge with a greater emphasis on security. Prepare with coursework in networking, switching, routing, and network programmability from the renowned international technology conglomerate, Cisco.
IT – Network Management – Network Fundamentals
Certificate
Time to Complete:
1-2 semesters, part-time
Schedule:
Day, evening and online classes
Designed to be studied over the course of a single semester, the Network Fundamentals Certificate program will prepare you with the basics of understanding how networks operate, with introductory information on the programs and systems that are essential to network management.
IT – Network Management – NOS Certified Microsoft & Linux Professional
Certificate
Time to Complete:
1-2 semesters, part-time
Schedule:
Day, evening and online classes
Studying to become a NOS Certified Microsoft and Linux Professional will provide you with a more in-depth understanding of Linux/UNIX and Microsoft, while preparing you for the start of your career in IT and network management.
$42/hr
Average salary range
4.8 %
Job growth from 2018-2028
Career Tracks
- Network Manager
- Network Specialist
- Network Security Manager
- Technical Project Manager
- IT Infrastructure Manager
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Adult learners may also be eligible to apply to LEAP, the Learn and Earn Apprenticeship Program at Forsyth Tech. Qualified students in LEAP will be provided with tuition waivers or grants, an internship (frequently paid), and can even be paid to attend class.
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