HOW TO MARKET YOURSELF TO EMPLOYERS
TECHNICAL SKILLS TO KEEP IN MIND Although technology almost seems to be exclusively the purview of IT graduates, there are still some tech skills you should take the time to build.
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hile much emphasis is usually put on soft skills, technical skills related to IT are given less prominence, though they are no less important. However, with technology playing such a vital and pivotal role in business today, it would be wise to pick up these skills.
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Coding Today, coding is almost as important as literacy, and knowledge of programming languages from HTML to Java can go a long way in helping your application. While you will not need to be able to actually code – understanding the principles behind it is enough – employers prefer graduates who have an awareness of what goes on “behind the scenes” in applications and websites. An ability to communicate with and relate to programmers would also be a huge point in your favour as well.
Computational thinking Computational thinking – or programmatic thinking – is not a new concept, and if you have made use of big data, you have likely engaged in computational thinking. Although often thought to have robust links to the IT sector, this methodical and logical way of thinking is becoming increasingly common in industries such as marketing and advertising. Someone familiar with computational thinking will have the habit of analysing and organising data in a logical way when reacting to a problem. As this method of thinking relies on data analysis and reason to resolve problems, you can start picking up this skill by viewing issues in a tactical, structured and organised manner. An example of this method of thinking is to jot down all your concerns, separate them categorically, and then thinking of, and finding ways, to solve them as soon as possible. After that, gather data on the most effective and efficient methods that will help you realise your goal of resolving your concerns.
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