Major: Web Management

Have you ever clicked on a seriously outdated website -- or one that just didn’t work right? Welcome to the world of the webmaster, whose job it is to make sure such nightmares never happen.

As a Web management major, you’ll prepare for such a job. You’ll learn the basics of networking and the best ways to ensure site security. You’ll also practice evaluating and improving websites for maximum user-friendliness and marketability.

Web management majors learn the technical skills needed to manage and maintain websites and servers.

Did You Know?

• Web management is frequently found as a specialization within a broader major, such as information technology.

Are You Ready To...?

• Log long hours in the computer lab
• Learn what’s involved in Web hosting
• Build a website for a class project
• Study security issues and other Web policies
• Join the campus technology club

It Helps to Be...

A computer enthusiast who can see the big picture.

College Checklist

• Are there any computer programs or skills you should learn before starting the program? It may help to get a handle on basic computer applications or Web design, for example.
• Check out the labs. Are they equipped with the latest computer hardware and software?
• Does the school maintain partnerships with industry leaders?
• Is there an internship program or other opportunities for real-world experience?
• Are classes small enough for individualized help?
• Will the school help you find work after graduation?

Did You Know?

• The World Wide Web got its start when British computer scientist Tim Berners-Lee used hypertext to organize his own notes.

Course Spotlight

Knowing the ins and outs of Web servers is key to a webmaster’s job. That’s why a course on servers is typically required. In this lecture/lab class, you’ll learn not only how to install and configure basic network services, but how to troubleshoot when a coworker complains that the server’s down. Your grade will likely be based on hands-on assignments as well as quizzes, so you’ll have to do more than simply define domain name -- you’ll actually have to create one.