Personal attributes valued by employers
A review of the IT industry (What is it? Where is it? When is it relevant?
1. The I.T industry is one of the most robust industries in the world, it as an increased productivity and is particularly developed in the world. The hardware in the I.T Industry includes computer systems, designs, implementation, study and development of I.T and management systems.
The I.T industry has revolutionised the phase around the world it is relevant in many different sectors such as: health and security, Storing information about products such as stock control using databases, making business calculations such as costing and profit calculations using spreadsheet, providing advertising and promotional literature using computer graphics packages, processing information, writing letters, and other documents using word processing packages.
2. Self-Motivation - To be able to do what needs to be done without influence from other people. An example of this would be if you’re stuck on something and you think that you can’t do it, you give yourself motivation and try to carry on with what you failed at.
Leadership qualities - To be able to lead a group with no troubles this is more a personal skill, that not everyone has. When put in a situation where you need to lead a group, you know what to do and how to handle to group so that they listen to you.
Respect - People listening and giving gratitude towards overs. An example would be that you do something wrong in front of boss, and you aren't listening you would be disrespectful, so instead being respectful would be to listen to what the person is saying.
Dependability - Being able to have people depend on you and you being to give what you promised. An example would be that someone asks you to do something and you say yes you will help, you are then being depended on, and are expected to succeed in what you promised.
Punctuality - Being on time and always attending, not being late. An example would be that you make it to work or school on time everyday, you would then be punctual and have a very good attendance.
Problem-Solving - Being able to solve any problems that occur.
Determination - The act of getting an idea and sticking to it, until you are done. An example of problem solving would be giving something hard to do and you have to find a way of completing it.
Independent workers - Someone who is self reliant and and a self supporting member of a workforce. An example job for independent working would be web design, due to the fact that you are on your own, and have to rely on what you know and nobody else.
Time management - Being able to manage your time correctly and not be late to anything. An example would be arriving to work on time and knowing what times to do stuff and what time to wake up and arrive at school each day.
Team working - Working together to get the job done. An example of this would be working with your team correctly at your job when teamwork is needed.
Written skills - Being able to writing correctly so that people understand what you have written and to understand what others have written. An example of writing skills would be being able to write well in your job so that people understand what you’re trying to say.
Numerical skills - Have a good knowledge of numbers and maths, which will be useful in the workplace. This would come in handy when you need to work out sums and equations in a job.
Planning - Being able to set up and plan what you are going to do, before doing it, this will make what needs to be done easier. An example to of this would be to planning your day, what time you get to work and then plan what work you are going to be doing on that day.
Organisational skills - Being able to prepare for a situation by planning and organising. An example of this would be to know how to organise your day and what you’re doing and how to set it up.
3. Health & safety - Health and safety is a mandatory factor to mostly every workplace, it is required to make sure that no harm comes to any employer while he/she is in the workplace. Many businesses try to avoid having any problems with health and safety. They have to have precautions to make sure that if any are injured they get proper treatment.
Everyone in a workplace must know certain procedures such as: what to do in a fire and where the exits are so that they can get out nice and safely. They will also have to make sure that if anyone has left the building that they have signed out and and properly accounted for in case they need to get out of the building for any kind of emergency.
Knowledge of relevant legislations - The Human Rights Act (1998) ‘Anyone who is in the UK for any reason has fundamental human rights which the government and public authorities are legally obliged to respect’. An example of the humans right act is that you have a right to have a break in your job and that you have to right to have freedom of speech, so that you can give you opinion on something to your boss.’
The equality act (2010) ‘Anyone who is in the UK for any reason has fundamental human rights which the government and public authorities are legally obliged to respect’. An example of the equality act is that you can get hired for a job no matter what race, colour or sexuality you are.’
The health and safety in work act (1974) ‘All businesses, no matter how small, have a legal responsibility to reduce the risk of workplace dangers and provide safe and healthy conditions for employees, customers, suppliers and anyone else who could be affected by the activities of the business.’ An example of the health and safety in work act is that all employees are well looked after and all know what to do in any kind of emergency that may occur, an example being a fire and they know where to go and what to do.
The Data Protection Act (1998) ‘This Act applies to personal information about an individual.’ An example of this act would be that your data is protected from getting stolen and you have the right for no one else to use it.
The Freedom of Information Act (2000) ‘The Freedom of Information Act gives a person the right to ask any public body – such as local authorities and councils, hospitals and doctors’ surgeries, schools colleges and universities, the police - for all the information they have on a particular subject.’ An example of this is that a worker is allowed to ask for help if they need it in work.
The Mental Health Act (2007) ‘This Act (which amends one created in 1983) says how a person with a mental disorder can be treated – and what his/her rights are.’ An example is that if someone has a mental health issue they can get treated for it and still be able to work in a job even though they have a disorder.
Copyright legislation - ‘This information is from the document: Copyright: Basic Facts by the Intellectual Property Office.’ A worker has the right for no one to still his work then claim it as their own.
The Consumer Protection - ‘(Distance Selling) Regulations (2000 as amended in 2005) Many people buy goods and services over the internet, by phone or by mail order.’ An example would that people can get what they need even if it is from the internet or another country.
The Consumer Credit Act (1974) -“The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) is a non-ministerial government department which enforces both consumer protection and competition law, acting as the UK’s economic regulator. It works to make markets work well for consumers, and ensure competition between fair-dealing businesses and prohibiting unfair practices such as rogue trading, scams and cartels. Its website offers general advice on consumer rights in the UK.”
The Companies Act (2006) ‘Companies Acts governing how UK limited companies operate have existed for over 150 years in various forms.’ An example of this act is would be that companies have changed over the years.
Criminal Records Bureau checks ‘The Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) helps employers in England and Wales make safer recruitment decisions.’ An example would be that an employer knows who he is employing and if he has committed and are suitable for the job.
4/5. An Analyst programmer writes computer programs from a specification. This specification is usually a very detailed description of the program that is required. Giving details of all inputs and outputs and any window designs.
An analyst programmer is also a computer programmer but the difference is that the analyst programmer will probably write the specification. This means that the level of detail that is given to an analyst programmer can be very brief.
Whilst the programmer has freedom to create the code from a detailed specification, an analyst programmer has complete freedom from the specification on to the program itself.
An analyst programmer will work with both an analyst and a computer user to establish the details required to produce a program.
The personal qualities for a analyst programmer are good solving and decision making skills, good communication skills with both a technical and non-technical audience.
A database administrators commonly referred to as DBAs plan and build computer systems. They also make sure they are secure and working properly. To be able to do this job you should have an excellent understanding of computer systems.
You will need a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. You will also need strong problem-solving and organisational skills. For most administrator jobs, you would need to know how to use database management systems. Employers often look for previous experience in computing such as IT support, programming or web development.
The personal qualities for a database administrators are the ability to organise and structure own work programmes to achieve priority outputs.
The ability to work under pressure within a constantly changing environment. Be a good team player and be self-motivated.
A network manager creates the local network, and makes sure that it is always up and running. If the network stops working, the network manager must fix the problem as soon as possible. The network manager must know how the local network is setup. It is not an easy job, but network managers do earn a lot of money, especially if they're certified.
A network manager must have lots of personal qualities, they must have team working skills, negotiation skills and a understanding of business.
6. To be an analyst programmer some specific skills that are going to be needed are to know some procedural and event driven programming, they would probably need a qualification in i.t. They will also need Systems Analysis – the ability to apply a structured approach to a systems analysis activity. Systems Design – ability to design an economic and straightforward solution to meet project functionality within the architectural framework. SQL (Structured Query Language) Server development – Uses an in-depth knowledge of the SQL language and the capabilities of SQL Server and associated tools to design and develop complex programs. Can assess the performance and maintainability of programs.
To be a database administrator you need a solid background in information systems, strong SQL Server DBA( Structured Query Language, Database administrator) experience. Relevant bachelors degree such as computer science, information systems, electronics, engineering, mathematics, science. Suitable relational database certification such as Microsoft Certified Database Administrator.
A network manager must have good communication skills that are helpful in interacting co-workers and providing direction to network technicians. The manager should be organised and detail-oriented because he may be required to manage several projects at one time. The manager should also possess the ability to resolve complaints from, angry customers who are experiencing issues with their computer networks.
