Computers & IT Professional

Do you have in you?

The computer revolution has totally changed the way we think and work. Every sector is driven by information technology be it manufacturing, finance, banking, marketing, entertainment, education etc. The rapid development of technologies such as networking, multimedia and the Internet have opened up more opportunities. Computers are everywhere from airlines, Railways to hotels and newspaper, from steel plants to basic class rooms. Computers have not only assumed strategic importance in the corporate world but also in fields ranging from space exploration to communication, food processing to banking. If you have an analytical mind and the world of computers fascinates you, if you have the desire to transform the world of information with a mere stroke of your finger then this vast gamut of opportunities awaits you.

Commitment as a Student & Job Commitment

Computers and information technology has become an integral part of everything we do today. There are many ways to get into this field but there is a very high level of commitment required to be successful in it. The technology is changing every day so is the requirement to keep yourself up to date. As the job is always driven by deadlines, there is a lot of pressure you should be prepared to deal with. As the technology gets obsolete quickly the need for rapid upgradation is required which demands a lot of innovation and creativity from your end. If in software development you will mostly be working in teams and with deadlines to carry out development in various stages like analysis, designing, construction, implementation testing etc. Hardware professional will be involved in the Manufacturing, Maintenance, Research and Development of computers. A network professional can design a network, implements it, configure switches/ routers according to organisation needs.

Basic Qualification

To be a computer or Information technology professional you have various course options to choose from. The Eligibility for each course is :
~Bachelor in Computer Applications (BCA) is 10+2 with Science Subjects.
~Bachelor in Science with Computers is 10+2 with Science Subjects.
~Masters in Computer Applications (MCA) is BCA with minimum merit.
~M.Sc in computers is B.Sc. in Computers with minimum Merit.
~B.Tech and B.E in Computers/Information Technology is 10+2 with Science subjects.
~M.Tech in Computers/Information Technology is B. Tech/ BE in Computers/IT.
~Certification Courses depends on the course you are taking up
~Diploma in Computer Applications is 10+2 with science subjects
~Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications requires BCA/BE/BTech.
~DOEACC's O, A, B, C level courses : each level has its basic course requirement

Attitude Aptitude & Skills

As a computer/ information technology professional you need to be flexible and have willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to change quickly. You not only need logical thinking but also creativity with an ability to focus and concentrate. You should be willing to work hard for long hours and have the ability to take decisions under pressure. You should be a team player having good communicational skills along with organizational and administrative abilities.

Finances

Most of the Computer and Information technology courses require a sound financial backing. It is easy to get an educational loan if you are pursuing an engineering degree from a reputed institute. There are few other recognized courses from reputed private institute that the bank can consider for a loan. Other courses can be done along with the job which can save you a lot of financial burden.

Future Prospects

IT professionals are a lot in demand with the computers changing the way we live, shop, entertain and work. IT industry offer technical jobs in hardware, software and networking fields. There are several Non technical jobs such as functional expert consultants, web designers, data entry professionals etc. Information Technology encompasses a wide range of activities like Office Automation, Telecommunication, Computing, E-commerce, Supply chain management and Customer relationship management providing lot of opportunities to those who have acquired the right qualifications for it.

Area of Specializations

E-commerce
Relates to all commercial transactions that take place through the Internet and the security issues arising due to that. The Internet revolution has changed the way companies interact with customer who can compare and shop without moving out of their homes by using the Internet.

Supply Chain Management
Supply chain management software helps in deciding on the production estimates, takes care of distribution and marketing side by ensuring that products reaches the end consumer in time to fulfill their demand. It has cuts down on the time taken for the supplies to arrive from the vendor and reduces the inventory levels thus cutting cost.

Customer Relationship Management
Competition has made a customer interaction very important and Customer relationship management software provides a record of all previous dealings with customers, so that the company personnel can take the right decision.

Software Professionals
There work involves research, designing and development of programs and specialized softwares and their improvements.

Web developers
Professionals engaged in developing websites for the Internet.

Consultants
They provide expert guidance to the companies during the purchase of the computer system. System analyst or designers with considerable amount of experience can work as consultants.

Technical Writers
They are involved in writing manuals for computers.

System Analysts
They are involved in the final testing of the software and advising the clients on the purchase and installation of the computer systems.

Knowledge Professionals
They are expert in designing of the computer systems, which are associated with a human expert, like medical diagnosis or safety systems for industry.

Webmasters
They handle the task of configuration and setting up of the websites and its development. They have to take care of the security of the websites and create firewalls against the hackers and stalkers.

Networking
This work involves designing of networks, implementation of support, servicing and management.

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