Did you have IT certs or qualifications to get into IT?

Discussion in 'The Lounge - Off Topic' started by JK2447, Nov 4, 2009.

  1. Rich73

    Rich73 New Member

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    Dropped out of Uni as I hated the boring IT degree I was studying.
    Got a job in a large utility company and at a Xmas party got drunk and mentioned to the IT manager that I fancied a job in IT. 6 months later he had me in for an interview and an aptitude test for a job as a programmer. There were 5 other candidates all with IT degrees. I scored the highest in the aptitude test and did the best interview. Haven't looked back since and have moved around in both permanent and conracting roles.

    I actually still struggle personally with having no formal qualifications but am working on putting that right just for my own piece of mind. My experience seems to have overcome any barriers that may prevent me from working elsewhere.
     
    Certifications: CITP, PRINCE2
    WIP: MBA, CMgr

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