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Your Guide to Tech Salaries and Certifications
Tech professionals across industries can benchmark their careers against more than 5,100 of their peers around the world. For nearly two decades, we’ve surveyed the tech industry to gain helpful insights into compensation, job satisfaction, and far more.
In this year’s report, tech professionals share their:
- Highest-paying certifications
- Compensation by Job Function
- Annual Bonus Trends and Eligibility
- Job Satisfaction, Security and Severance
- Outcomes of Professional Development
Get this in-depth report today to learn more.
Report highlights
Certifications On the Rise
93% of respondents reported having at least one certification, nearly a 6% increase from last year, and reported benefits like improved work quality (60%), engagement (48%), and productivity (43%).
Economic Impact of Training
97% of IT decision-makers say certified staff add value to their organizations, with 22% estimating that value at $30,000 or more. These professionals close skill gaps, solve problems faster, and give their employers a competitive edge.Skill Gaps Hurt Business Outcomes
Two-thirds of decision-makers report skill gaps on their teams, with nearly as many forecasting them in the next few years. The cost of skill gaps burden teams, increasing their stress and hampering their ability to meet business objectives.
Resources
| 10 BENEFITS OF IT CERTIFICATION FOR YOU (AND YOUR EMPLOYER) | HOW TO SELECT THE RIGHT CERTIFICATION FOR YOU | 20+ TOP-PAYING IT CERTIFICATIONS GOING INTO 2025 |
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IT certification validates a professional’s skills and improves job prospects. But what about the benefits to employers? Read this article to find out more. |
So, you've decided to get certified. Great! Now what? We lay out the proper steps to take and the appropriate questions to ask when selecting your next certification. |
Every year, we compile a list of the highest-paying certifications in the field. This year, we expanded the list and dug deeper. See which earn professionals the most. |
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