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 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.