Master’s in Instructional Technology Career Outlook

Whether in a public school classroom or a corporate training division, demand for technology-savvy education and training experts is growing rapidly and career opportunities for graduates with an online Master of Science in Instructional Technology (MSIT) degree from Saint Joseph’s University.

The career-building power of an MSIT from Saint Joseph’s University lies in the degree’s hands-on curriculum and the many ways it can be applied in the marketplace. The program is designed to provide real-world experience with the latest technologies and interactive tools that are present in America’s top school systems and in the corporate training and development departments of cutting-edge companies. You’ll be able to immediately apply lessons and experience gained in the MSIT program to your current organization or explore new career opportunities armed with up-to-date skills in an ever-evolving technology marketplace.

According to government projections, the job market for online Master of Science in Instructional Technology graduates is very favorable in either the academic or corporate environment.

Corporate Career Outlook
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects job growth for private sector Instructional Coordinators to reach 23% by 2018¹. That level of job creation is much higher than most other occupations as companies must continue to invest in the very best training and development for their employees to stay competitive.

Academic Career Outlook
In the public school system, the nationwide teacher workforce is expected to grow by 13% in the next several years, according to the Labor Statistics Bureau². That expanding team of teachers will require more Instructional Technology experts to assist them in deploying effective technologies into the classroom. At the same time, educational technology will continue to grow in importance and significance as students increasingly rely on technology as a foundation for success in their future careers.

A specific benefit of the online Master of Science in Instructional Technology for professionals in the academic sector, completion of the degree qualifies Saint Joseph’s University students for Instructional Technology Specialist Certification in the state of Pennsylvania and can be the basis for similar certification in many other states. These highly sought after certifications are the keys to ongoing career development for education professionals and often carry direct salary bonuses and can help establish significant career stability.

To learn more about the online Master of Science in Instructional Technology from Saint Joseph’s University and what it can do for your career, call (866) 758-7670 to speak with an Admissions Representative right away or request more information.

¹ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition: Instructional Coordinators http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos269.htm, accessed 8/28/11

² U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition: Teachers – Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle and Secondary http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos318.htm, accessed 8/28/11