Knowledge and Skill Requirements for Entry-Level Information Technology Workers: Do Employers in the IT Industry View These Differently than Employers in Other Industries?

Authors

Cheryl L. Aasheim, Georgia Southern UniversityFollow
Susan R. Williams, Georgia Southern UniversityFollow

Document Type

Contribution to Book

Publication Date

2009

Abstract

In order to determine how to prepare graduates in IT-related degree programs for entry-level jobs, employers in various industries were surveyed to determine whether there are differences in skills and knowledge requirements across industries. The results of the survey are reported and analyzed. Based on the findings of the survey, advising and curriculum recommendations are made.

Recommended Citation

Aasheim, Cheryl L., Susan R. Williams. 2009. "Knowledge and Skill Requirements for Entry-Level Information Technology Workers: Do Employers in the IT Industry View These Differently than Employers in Other Industries?." Department of Information Technology Faculty Publications, Paper 1.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/information-tech-facpubs/1

Copyright

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