A massive proportion of IT professionals are considering
studying fornew qualifications during the current recessionto
improve their chances in the job market.
According to research from the
IT Job Board, 83% of IT professionals are thinking about
gaining new qualifications.
Of these, 37% said they hoped to
improve their chances of getting a job and 29% wanted to
broaden their skills.
In terms of updated their CV, 46% of respondents said they would
highlight the number of years of experience they have, while 34%
considered it important to show relevant IT qualifications.
The study also revealed that 100% of recruiters said candidates
highlighting their additional IT qualifications would stand a
better chance of securing a job, and those with certifications that
supported experience would progress further.
"It is clear that representatives from across the IT sector are
placing real emphasis on the need for employees to broaden their
skillset, and demonstrate a deep level of knowledge," said Jamie
Bowler, head of marketing at The IT Job Board.
"IT professionals who fail to keep up-to-speed with industry
changes and new qualifications risk the possibility of missing out
on new jobs to those taking a more serious and planned approach to
developing their careers," he added.