Careers with a business technology management degree
Studying business technology management means learning to use information and communication technologies, project management and innovation to boost an organization’s productivity and implement cutting-edge solutions.
What can I do with my degree? Business technology management opens doors to careers in IT consulting, systems analysis, digital innovation and beyond.
Skills you'll develop
Your degree builds more than academic knowledge, it shapes the way you think, communicate and collaborate. Throughout your studies, you'll develop key skills for your career, such as:
Functional knowledge:
Understand how organizations operate and use technology to optimize workflows
Communication:
Deliver persuasive pitches and proposals using data-driven storytelling
Management and organization:
Lead digital transformation efforts and help teams adapt to new technologies
Teamwork:
Brainstorm with team members to find the best automation solutions
Critical thinking and problem solving:
Use data and market trends to recommend innovative business solutions
As a Concordia student, you will develop valuable skills to bring to any career opportunity.
Beyond the classroom: Build your career path
Getting involved outside of the classroom can help you discover your interests, develop new skills and build a network of peers and professionals in your field.
First year
- Join the John Molson Supply Chain and Business Technology Association (JSBA) or other JMSB student associations to connect with like-minded peers.
- Consider Co-op to gain professional work experience during your program.
- Improve your language fluency in French or English through conversation sessions.
- Access the Career Intelligence tools to prepare for competitive industries such as consulting.
- Get support for math-based courses from a learning specialist.
Middle years
- Connect with Career Counselling & Education Transitions to start planning your career path.
- Enrich your global perspective by studying abroad for an academic term.
- Participate in immersive case competitions to develop business solutions across disciplines.
- Attend the John Molson Career Fair to network with employers from different industries.
- Gain meaningful employment while studying through CAPS online job bank or Concordia’s Work-study program.
- Consider taking graduate level courses if you are planning on pursuing your MSc in Business Analytics and Technology Management at Concordia after your degree.
Final year
- Check in with Career Management Services (CMS) to prepare for your job search.
- Hone your pitch for investors, employers or competitions with FutureBound’s public speaking series.
- Join a professional association such as the Association of Information Technology Professionals.
- Explore leadership opportunities in the John Molson Supply Chain and Business Technology Association (JSBA) or other JMSB student associations.
- Network with potential employers at recruitment events.
Specialize your studies
Minors & elective groups
You can customize your degree by adding a minor or elective group. Popular choices with this program include:
Graduate studies and certifications
Graduate studies can help you specialize in a subject you love, engage in meaningful research or open doors to new career paths. Certifications are a great way to build new skills that complement your degree.
Talk to your professors or a career counsellor at the Student Success Centre to find programs that fit your goals.
Start exploring:
- Integrated path in business technology management: Begin graduate-level coursework while completing your bachelor's degree.
- Universitystudy.ca: A data base of graduate programs in Canada
- Concordia’s School of Graduate Studies: Graduate programs offered at Concordia
- Graduate funding and awards: Scholarships and awards, research and teaching assistantships, and other financial supports for Concordia graduate students
- Concordia Continuing Education: Courses, workshops and programs to advance your career
Career exploration resources
Professional organizations and job banks
Explore opportunities and expand your network.
Professional associations
- Information and Communications Technology Council
- Information Systems Professional certification
- Association of Information Technology Professionals
- Information Week Online
- Technation
- Montreal College of Information Technology
- International Association for Computer Information Systems
- Canadian Association of Management Consultants
Job banks
Career counselling & advising
Want tailored career advice? Book an appointment with one of our career counsellors or career advisors.
Start your job search
Career Advising and Professional Success (CAPS) can help you find opportunities and support you with networking, applications and interviews.
