Do IT Workers Lie About Tech Certifications?
Do IT Workers Lie About Tech Certifications?
CIOs need to do a better job of making sure that their employees aren’t fibbing when they indicate that they’ve earned specific tech certifications.
Critical Factor
62% of IT leaders said they consider tech certifications as “important” in making hiring decisions.
Growth Driver
59% consider tech certifications as important in making decisions about the development of staffers, and 48% said the same about promotion decisions.
Compensation Criteria
69% said they factor in certifications when coming up with an employee’s salary, and 30% do this “always” or “often.”
Spotty Check
Just 26% of IT leaders verify workers’ certifications “always” or “often.”
Fudging Facts
Only 52% of IT pros say their certifications are accurately reflected on their resumes “always” or “often.”
Top Factors in Considering the Pursuit of Certifications among IT Pros
Long-term career growth: 40%, Compensation impact: 18%, Hiring prospects impact: 16%
Degree of Distinction
45% of IT leaders said security-related certifications provide the most value, and 43% of IT pros agree.
Next “Most Valuable” Certifications among IT Leaders
Programming/development: 22%, Project management: 21%, Software engineering: 10%
Footing the Bill
74% of IT pros feel that employers should pay for tech certifications, and 65% of tech leaders agree.
