TRANSFERABLE SKILLS
TRANSFERABLE SKILLS
The survey, by Information Technology Association
of Nova Scotia and Human Resources Development Canada,
shows an anticipated
job growth in all sectors of the Information Technology or Knowledge Industry.
The opportunities are there, but there is a lack of skilled people to fill
the positions. Information technology positions like computer scientists,
computer engineers and system analysts are expected to be the three fastest
growing occupations through the year 2006. Employment of individuals
in the knowledge sector is expected to increase much faster than average
as technology becomes more sophisticated and organizations continue to
adopt and integrate these technologies.
What kind of people are employers looking
for to fill these positions? The survey says the top five attributes
of potential employees are: Positive attitude, Technical knowledge,
Willingness to Learn, Ability to work independently, and Communication
skills. Cohen in his book,Labour Shortages : As America Approaches
the Twenty- First Century, ranks computer engineers and computer
system analysts as the top two hottest jobs in America. Computer
repair ranks 18.
Statistics on the Top Two Hottest Jobs in IT
Computer Engineer: #1
* Salary: $70,000
* Growth through 2005:
112%
* Prestige Rating:
A (Excellent)
* Where you'll find
opportunity: Software for auto, aircraft, and equipment safety;
multimedia.
* Smart career jump:
Troubleshooters and Project Consultants
Computer System Analysts:
#2
* Salary:
$53,000
* Growth Rate through
2006: 110%
* Prestige Rating: A
( Excellent)
* Where you'll find
opportunity: Back- office operations for data processors, insurers
and universities.
* Smart Career Jump:
PC network Administrator
Addition:
Computer Repairer: #18
* Salary: $30,212
* Growth Through 2005:
46%
* Prestige Rating: B+ (
Above Average)
* Where you'll find opportunity:
Maintenance operations for homes and corporate PC network.
* Smart Career Jump:
Small Business systems Consultant.
Overview of all jobs and where IT jobs fit into the scheme of things:
** Computer Engineer ranks third
for the highest paying job.
** Computer Engineer ranks first
for Independence and High Quality Workers.
** Computer Engineer ranks first
for the fastest growing job.
** Computer System Analysts ranks
first for Security ( satisfaction, pay and growth)
