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The challenge
In order for UK businesses to thrive in an increasingly competitive global market, there needs to be a significant increase in both the flow of young people entering the IT and Telecoms workforce and also their level of competence on entry.
Employment across this workforce continues to increase, significantly ahead of average UK employment growth. This growth in IT and Telecoms is in roles which require increasingly high skill levels and demand a sophisticated blend of business, technical, interpersonal and project capabilities.
In addition, with the intertwining of business and technology in today’s business world, all future business managers, leaders and entrepreneurs need to be equipped to recognise and exploit the power of technology to drive competitiveness, innovation and productivity.
Yet there is currently a dislocation between the needs of the economy and the education system in terms of technology-related learning and skills, with a consequent threat to competitiveness and productivity in every sector.
The Diploma in IT presents an opportunity to improve this situation radically, to the benefit of learners, employers and the nation.
Last modified: 06 Jun 2008
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Andy Hill, Head of Resourcing at Vodafone and a member of the Diploma Development Partnership
"In order to compete in the global economy, UK companies urgently need more young people to understand technology in business. Employers of IT professionals want talented individuals with the blend of business and technology skills that enable them to work effectively at the heart of the organisation. This requires a fundamental shift in the way technology is taught at school level. The Diploma represents a significant step in the right direction. The content and delivery of the Diploma will help to develop young people both for demanding university courses and rewarding, flexible careers."