IT Introduction (en)
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The document discusses how information technology (IT) has changed various industries like agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, education and finance by making processes more efficient. It then focuses on the IT and business process management (BPM) industry in Sri Lanka, describing how it has grown rapidly to become one of the country's largest knowledge industries. Some key points made are that Sri Lanka is among the top 25 countries for IT, there are many large multinational companies operating there along with local companies, and it is well known for providing specialized finance and accounting services. The industry provides career and self-development opportunities with international exposure and high rewards.
IT Introduction (en)
- 1. Information Technology What is IT and how does it change our lives?
- 2. Agriculture Producing crops efficiently with least impact to the environment
- 3. Manufacturing Make mundane and repetitive activities faster, accurate and cost effective
- 4. Healthcare Making diagnostics and treatments efficient, reliable and available for everyone
- 5. Education Make education equitable, high quality and relevant
- 6. Finance Make financial systems accurate, easy to use and value adding to humanity
- 7. Entertainment High quality production, distribution and playback tools in hands of entertainers
- 8. 4 The IT-BPM industry in Sri Lanka The fastest growing knowledge industry in the country
- 9. 5 IT (Information Technology) Industry Software Engineer Software Quality Assurance System and Network Administrator Technical Support Business Analysis Graphic and Multimedia Design
- 10. 6 BPM (Business Process Management) Industry Finance and Accounting Contact Centre Services Data Entry, Processing and Mining Legal Support Remote Tech Support Medical Transcription Processing
- 11. Where is Sri Lanka? Progress of IT/BPM Industry in Sri Lanka
- 12. Sri Lanka is among first 25 countries! 21
- 13. Job Opportunities in IT Industry National IT workforce research 2011
- 14. 8 Many large IT companies from the USA, Europe, Asia and Australia have established relations with Sri Lanka. In addition to multinational companies, there are numerous Sri Lankan companies as well.
- 15. 9 Sri Lanka is well known for providing specialized finance and accounting services to the world. Sri Lanka has the largest number of CIMA qualified professionals anywhere outside of the UK. Here are some of the BPM companies operating in Sri Lanka.
- 16. Lot of First Class Products! Creations by Sri Lankans are leveraging lot of large businesses around the world.
- 17. Progress in Last Five Years Significant growth in new ventures, job opportunities and revenue earnings.
- 18. 2121 Why should you join the IT-BPM industry? There are many excellent reasons to join the IT-BPM industry!
- 19. 13 International demand and exposure Clients base from international markets. Qualifications are internationally accepted. Great advantage for work overseas.
- 20. 14 Career and self development Trainings provided by Companies. Opportunity to learn new things. Career progression based on performance.
- 21. 15 Great rewards! The IT-BPM industry in Sri Lanka reputed as one of the highest spenders at remuneration. Even the entry level positions are often payed at a higher rate! Free, friendly, enjoyable working atmospheres.
- 22. It’s a Lifestyle Experience! Monetary benefits Non monetary benefits
- 23. 16 Preparing for a career in The IT-BPM industry It’s a matter of choosing the correct education path and gaining skills!
- 24. 17 What does the industry expect? ? Creative and accountable employees. ? Who can understand and solve the business problems. ? Who has core skill requirements on working domain. ? Who can communicating well in English with mathematics skill. ? And continuous learning is always expected…
- 25. How to Get into the Industry… Other than the conventional path, there are many other alternative ways available to get in to IT/BPM
- 26. What is IT Education IT and Computer Science Education
- 27. What it is Not IT Education? Conventional IT teaching is killing creativity and innovation Learning how to use a computer Learning how to use computer software (packages) Learning how to use emails and web
- 28. Coding (Programming) Theoretical Computer Science Electronic Devices & Data Communication IT Education for Innovation It’s a more involved education stream for anyone who’s interested and committed
- 29. Growing Further… Computing for teenagers and young adults
- 30. English Language Devices operate on English Productivity Apps on English Vast amount of information on Internet Learning material and training on English Operating language in the employment Possibility of working with other countries Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking
- 31. Mathematical Skills Advanced Mathematics are required for computer and electronics engineering. Mathematics and Statistics are vital in Finance & Accounting. Elementary mathematics are required for problem solving.
- 32. Computer Programming & Electronics • Design and Development in IT • R&D and Quality Assurance in IT IT Systems and Infrastructure • Employment in IT and Communication industry • Operational Jobs in BPM industry Knowledge in Productivity Applications • A basic qualification for any Job • An entry level qualification for the BPM industry Using Internet (Web, Email, Social) • Day-to-day use of technology • Entry level for learning and some jobs Basic Computing Device Usage • Day-to-day use of technology in our lives Levels of IT Competency Learning IT is not either start learning a programming language or learning software packages. It has many levels to go through.
- 33. Aiming for the IT Industry? Mathematics Computer Usage + English Skills + + Computer Science / IT Degree Diploma or Professional Certification Or
- 34. Recognized IT Education Programs There are many recognized education streams by the industry, which provide skills in different levels
- 35. Quality of Curriculum Not only the overall program, but also the course contents has to be verified for quality. Good curriculums are usually holistic and employment oriented. Adequate coverage of the subject matter Adequate “hands on” time Should cover minimum number of hours. (E.g. x number of hours for a Diploma) Up to date subject matter Adaptable to industry needs Study methodology which is fact finding / self materializing as oppose to spoon feeding
- 36. Custom Made ComputersConsumer Grade Laptop Computers Tablet Computers Arduino Raspberry Pi Devices Becoming Cheaper
- 37. Express Editions Free Programming Tools
- 38. Learning Resources on Internet
- 39. In Summary… IT is a dominant part of our lives now; and in the future. Learning IT is going to be useful no matter what we do. IT is getting integrated in to any field, any trade. Devices and equipment are getting increasingly affordable. Learning is becoming almost fun and easy!