Do IT Workers Lie About Tech Certifications?

Do IT Workers Lie About Tech Certifications?

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 FactorCritical Factor

62% of IT leaders said they consider tech certifications as “important” in making hiring decisions.

Growth DriverGrowth Driver

59% consider tech certifications as important in making decisions about the development of staffers, and 48% said the same about promotion decisions.

Compensation CriteriaCompensation Criteria

69% said they factor in certifications when coming up with an employee’s salary, and 30% do this “always” or “often.”

Spotty CheckSpotty Check

Just 26% of IT leaders verify workers’ certifications “always” or “often.”

Fudging FactsFudging 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 ProsTop Factors in Considering the Pursuit of Certifications among IT Pros

Long-term career growth: 40%, Compensation impact: 18%, Hiring prospects impact: 16%

Degree of DistinctionDegree of Distinction

45% of IT leaders said security-related certifications provide the most value, and 43% of IT pros agree.

Next Next “Most Valuable” Certifications among IT Leaders

Programming/development: 22%, Project management: 21%, Software engineering: 10%

Footing the BillFooting the Bill

74% of IT pros feel that employers should pay for tech certifications, and 65% of tech leaders agree.

Dennis McCafferty
Dennis McCafferty
Dennis McCafferty is a contributor to CIO Insight. He covers topics such as IT leadership, IT strategy, collaboration, and IT for businesses.

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