Gaining an education in Information Technology places you in the perfect position for a stable job, higher earnings and increased career opportunities. Obtaining an advanced degree in IT can provide you the following benefits:

Earnings

According to US Bureau of Labor and Payscale.com a professional with a Bachelor of Science in IT will earn 41% more in annual income than someone with a diploma in Informational Technology, on average.^1,2 Those with multiple certifications in addition to their degree are likely to be eligible for a wider range of jobs and higher earning salaries.

Employment

Today, Information Technology plays a vital role in our daily lives whether it is professional or social. According to the US Bureau of Labor, “overall employment of computer network, systems, and database administrators is projected to increase by 30 percent from 2008 to 2018.” ¹ In the same period, it is projected that over 280,000 new IT jobs will be added,³ demonstrating the need for more skilled workers.

Career Opportunities

As IT professions increase, the US Bureau of Labor states that applicants with a collage degree and certification will have the best opportunities for professional advancement.³ Professions including computer network, systems and database administrators, will be among those that rapidly increase due to business demand.

1. Source: http://www.payscale.com/research/US/Degree=Bachelor_of_Science_(BS%2fBSc%2fSB)%2c_Computer_Science_(CS)/Salary. As viewed on January 6, 2012.
2. Source: http://www.payscale.com/research/US/Degree=Diploma_in_IT/Hourly_Rate. As viewed on January 6, 2012.
3. Source: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos305.htm. As viewed on January 6, 2012.