For lower-level IT positions in your org, do you prioritize candidates with a college degree or relevant certifications?
College degree is top priority75%
Relevant certs are the primary consideration25%
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College degree is top priority75%
Relevant certs are the primary consideration25%
Free of charge to all customers17%
Custom service modules or packages (add-ons)62%
Selective applications (only strategic customers get CS free of charge)12%
Tiered pricing6%
Other2%
Yes42%
We’re currently assembling an L&D team.28%
No, but I expect that to change.18%
No, and I don’t expect that to change.10%
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College degree. I believe it is important to have an horizonal knowledge, get boosted the soft skills too rather than a vertical knowledge before jumping to the Company.