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The 15 most valuable IT certifications today

Looking for a leg up in your IT career? Here are the most valuable IT certifications you can earn to boost your salary in 2024.

By Sarah K. White

24 Nov 202312 mins

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Dr. Pankaj Setia on the challenges that will redefine CIOs’ careers

The professor of information systems and strategy at the Indian Institute of Management — Ahmedabad believes CIOs are well positioned to transform themselves into business leaders by delivering digital transformation amid a rising tide of high-profile challenges.

By Yashvendra Singh

26 Jul 2023 8 mins

Digital TransformationCareersIT Leadership

Key skills tech leaders need to secure a board seat

On a recent episode of the Tech Whisperers podcast, NACD CIO Rona Bunn discussed her leadership success formula, the shared responsibility of cybersecurity knowledge, and what it takes for a CIO or CISO to be a well-equipped and effective board member.

By Dan Roberts

07 Jul 2023 9 mins

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ITIL certification guide: Costs, requirements, levels, and paths

ITIL 4 is IT's go-to framework for delivering IT services. From ITIL Foundation to ITIL Master, here's everything you need to know about the latest ITIL certifications.

By Sarah K. White

07 Jul 2023 9 mins

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11 tips for crafting highly effective job descriptions

Hiring great talent starts with an enticing job posting. Here’s how to create effective, engaging, and inclusive job descriptions sure to lure the best candidates for the job.

By Christina Wood

04 Jul 2023 14 mins

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The 10 highest-paying industries for IT talent

The tech industry isn’t the only hot spot for IT jobs, as there’s a growing demand for IT pros across every industry. These 10 non-tech verticals pay the most for IT roles, according to data from Dice.

By Sarah K. White

22 Jun 2023 7 mins

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The top 15 big data and data analytics certifications

Data scientists and data analysts are in high demand. Here are the big data certifications that will give your career an edge.

By Thor Olavsrud

14 Jun 2023 12 mins

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10 hottest IT jobs for salary growth in 2023

The demand for tech workers hasn’t slowed down, as rising salaries reveal the most sought-after tech professionals for 2023, according to data from Dice.

By Sarah K. White

08 Jun 2023 8 mins

SalariesIT JobsCareers

Top 8 data engineer and data architect certifications

Data engineers and data architects are in high demand. Here are the certifications that will give your career an edge.

By Thor Olavsrud

01 Jun 2023 9 mins

CertificationsBig DataData Mining

10 most popular IT certifications for 2023

Certifications are a great way to show employers you have the right IT skills and specializations for the job. These 10 certs are the ones IT pros are most likely to pursue, according to data from Dice.

By Sarah K. White

26 May 2023 8 mins

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Stepping up to the challenge of a global conglomerate CIO role

Dr. Amrut Urkude became CIO of Reliance Polyester after his company was acquired by Reliance Industries. He discusses challenges IT leaders face while transitioning from a small company to a large multinational enterprise, and how to overcome them.

By Yashvendra Singh

26 May 2023 7 mins

Digital TransformationCareers

12 reasons good employees leave — and how to prevent it

Talent is your biggest asset, and while you'll never eliminate employee turnover, the following strategies can help you keep your best.

By Mary K. Pratt

25 May 2023 13 mins

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14 essential book recommendations by and for IT leaders

From anticipating the future of technology to uncovering the secrets of leading high-performing teams, CIOs share the books that have transformed their careers, all while inspiring and entertaining them.

By Christina Wood

18 May 2023 11 mins

CareersIT Leadership