• Computer and Information Systems Manager: The planning, coordination, and managing of research where activities that are related to computers is conducted by computer and information systems managers. 
• Information Technology Manager: The technology solutions for the business are implemented and deployed by an information technology manager by managing the daily activities of a team, group, or department of the organization.
• Operations Manager: Operations managers strategize and form policies to meet objectives and goals of a business that are directed by a chief executive officer and other executives.
• Research and Development Manager: The overseeing of a group of employees or team is done by a research and development manager where new processes in research are managed with expertise in the technology field; this allows the research and development manager to oversee the project.
• Software Engineering Development Director: A software engineering development director handles the organization's software development operations through planning and directing.

• Master's Degree: 1.5-3 years to complete
• Doctoral Degree: 3-5 years to complete

While an MBA in tech management requires a master's degree program to prepare for a management career in technology, there are associate degrees that assist individuals in acquiring the basic knowledge of the technology options available to a student. Whether an individual is interested in exploring what technology opportunities are out there or wants to acquire additional education before entering a higher degree program, an associate degree can provide a foundation of information that the student can use further on in their educational endeavors. An associate degree is not a prerequisite for an MBA in tech management career but can be the beginning to a career in this field if a student so desires.

A bachelor's degree is required for most MBA in tech management programs. A student should look to obtaining a bachelor's degree in the field of technology where the student plans to manage. Majors can include business and management, information technology and computers, economics, engineering, accounting, and marketing. It is up to the student to decide how focused a major will be when studying for a bachelor's degree.

An MBA in tech management career does require a master's degree specific in this area. The student can enroll in a number of courses like logistics, computer and information technology, business administration, the technology field in which the student plans to manage, and safety. Programs that offer some type of applied training like an internship are well received by those looking to hire tech managers. Professional development courses are supplied by the Institute of Management Consultants USA, Inc. which also offers workshops, national conferences, meetings, and interest group opportunities.    

Doctoral degrees are available for those who have received an MBA in tech management and wish to focus more on research. Some careers where technology is emerging may encourage or require a doctoral degree where an individual plans to manage. (BLS)

An MBA in tech management career does not require certification, but the Institute of Management Consultants USA, Inc. does offer one certification program. The Certified Management Consultant certification indicates that an individual has met experience and educational requirements, passed an interview, and passed oral and written exams. Recertification is every three years for this certification. (BLS)

Salaries for an MBA in tech management tend to be consistently higher, due to the advanced education level. According to CNN Money.com's Best Jobs in America, there are 11 tech management careers that are in the top 50. The annual mean salary of an individual with an MBA in tech management ranges from $88,240 to $126,840. (BLS)

Even with many jobs needed to be filled to oversee the numerous technology employees, MBA in tech management careers are anticipated to be keen with fewer job openings available when compared to those applying from 2008 to 2018. Education and experience are the determining factors for who will be hired first. A career in MBA in tech management is expected to increase 17 percent from 2008 to 2018. (BLS)

The incorporation of both management and technology lead to additional jobs that are related to MBA in tech management careers. Some of those occupations include organizational leadership and network administration. After acquiring the knowledge of how to manage an operation, organizational leadership concentrates on the business aspect of the occupation. MBA in tech management careers intermingle management with technology, but organizational leadership may or may not include technology as part of the job description. The task is to either help an existing business perform more efficiently or create a business using expertise in organizing the business.

Network administration focuses more on the technological aspect that is studied in the MBA in tech management programs. The software and hardware of computer networks are maintained, launched, and observed by network administrators. An understanding of computers as well as proficiency in creating protocols and routing structures are additional duties handled by network administrators.