Your Bright Future in Information Technology

by Gene Corwin; Henry Lifton

• ISBN13: 9780743230612
• ISBN10: 0743230612
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-09-03
• Publisher: Kaplan Publishing

Summary

Welcome to the World of Information Technology

IT is a growth industry where job opportunities abound. If you think you might be interested, Your Bright Future in Information Technology is the perfect place to begin. This guide provides a fact-filled overview of the IT industry and all the information you need about job opportunities to get started. Find out about:

• Job opportunities, including entry-level positions
• Moving up the career ladder
• Education requirements for the jobs you want
• Getting the education you need -- and getting financial aid to pay for it
• Expert advice from career counselors and IT professionals

Author Biography

Gene Corwin has had more than 25 years of experience in the employment agency field?as owner/manager, placement counselor, and recruiter. Since 1991, he has been the Director of Career Blazers Resume Services, in Boca Raton, Florida. He is co-author of Better Resumes for Sales and Marketing Personnel, published by Barron?s Educational Series in 1996.

Table of Contents

Introduction	1	(6)
An Overview of the Information Technology Industry	7	(14)
Evaluating Career Options	21	(18)
Entry-Level Opportunities	39	(12)
Preparing for Your Career	51	(14)
Paying for Your Education	65	(18)
Moving Ahead	83	(6)
Appendix A: Glossary	89	(6)
Appendix B: Cool Jobs	95	(8)
Appendix C: Directory of Resources	103	(6)
Kaplan Higher Education	109