How to be a technology consultant in 5 easy(ish) steps

Technology consultancy can be an exciting and varied job field, but how do you get into it? We have some insights and tips from PwC technology consultant, Aisling Tumelty.

Technology seems like a never-ending pool of options when it comes to your career. There are extremely tech-heavy jobs, such as coding, software development and data science, and then there are the business development and financial sides of tech.

But technology consultancy is a whole other spectrum completely, and one that can lead to an extremely varied and fruitful career. But what exactly does a technology consultant do? How can you become one? And what does a day in the life of a technology consultant look like?

A technology consultant advises clients on how to best use information technology (IT) practices to achieve their business objectives. In order to best optimise a client’s IT systems and practices, a technology consultant would also manage and implement strategies.

If you have decided to pursue a career in technology consultancy, we have a few skills and tips you need to get started, along with an insight into what a PwC technology consultant does on a daily basis.

Obtain a degree in IT

Ideally, a technology consultant would have a third-level education in an IT-related field, such as computer science, software development or computer engineering. Outside of an education, you will also need stellar communication skills, a good grasp of technological language and business acumen. Read more…