“Learn new skills everyday – IT Field”
“The computer was born to solve problems that did not exist before.”
— Bill Gates
We live in a digital era and computers play an immense role in our lives. This is evident from our increased dependence on computers made especially evident during the Covid 19 pandemic. Modern businesses rely heavily on computerised technology to efficiently complete vast amounts of tasks. Having knowledge about computers gives one an edge over others who lack these skills. This is a field that is dynamic and thus the demand of IT professionals is also high.
IT & Computing courses can help you achieve mastery of basic and advanced computer skills and improves your value in today’s job market. These courses help you to develop skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork, and practical knowledge.
New Zealand’s IT sector is diverse and advanced. Top universities and colleges of NZ provide an apt and appropriate platform to the students to start their career in IT. In addition to acquiring an internationally recognised qualification, students are able to have an experience of world class teaching and learning. Students gain an edge in competition by gaining, practical and professional skills and developing IT knowledge. They are thus able to work efficiently in a range of exciting roles. There has been an increase in employers seeking candidates who have completed a course in Information & Technology.
Students get an option to work while studying, which can be an excellent way to gain NZ work experience. A student is allowed to work up to 20 hours per week while pursuing a course of study and full-time during the summer holidays. Masters by research or PhD students may work full-time throughout their studies.
IT and computing courses usually range from entry level courses to Software Engineering degree course. There are also opportunities for Graduate Diploma and Postgraduate courses. Length of study varies depending upon the course selected. The providers could be Universities, Institutes of Technology or Polytechnics (ITP) or Private Training Establishments (PTE).
Skill Development
Some skills that get developed after successful completion of such courses are appended below:
Career Prospects
IT professionals are in big demand across the world. It’s a booming business.After successful completion of an international qualification, a wide variety of jobs are available. Some of the skilled job profiles have been appended below.
IT Manager, Project Manager,IT support specialist, database administrator, test analyst, systems administrator, web developer, interactive media developer or software developer/programmer to name a few.
Check out these job-search websites. They might help to get you thinking about industries you may not have thought of.
Get in touch with Immigration Advisor New Zealand Ltd, which provides up-to-date information so you can consider opportunities and prepare yourself for a career in IT & Computing. To know all the required procedures, contact us at [email protected] or call on +64 09 3790219.
Vandana Rai is a Senior Licensed Immigration Adviser and has built a reputation around her rare set of skills, which could be considered ideal for her legal profession.