Tag Archives: skills

3Tera starts certifying cloud computing skills

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15 Jan 2010, ComputerWorld Canada

Two AppLogic-based certification programs now available from 3Tera may signify the beginning of the cloud computing certification trend.

— reprinted by IT World, 3Tera starts certifying cloud computing skills

Are you a planner, problem solver or a pinball?

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14 Jan 2010, ComputerWorld Canada

A new study from the University of Western Ontario identifies six types of IT learners. Richard Ivey professor and co-author of the study Deborah Compeau reveals some surprises about how people learn technology in organizations.

— reprinted by ComputerworldUK.com, Are you a planner, problem solver or a pinball?

Expert explains the 3 r’s of networking

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05 Nov 2009, ComputerWorld Canada

Mark Jeffries – a top communications consultant, presentation coach, keynote speaker and former stockbroker, economist and TV host – provided a step-by-step strategy on how to network at the SAS Premier Business Leadership Series in Vegas.

The new soft skill: virtual competence

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14 Jul 2009, ComputerWorld Canada

Researchers from the University of Western Ontario’s Richard Ivey School of Business suggest that virtual competence is a soft skill managers should be encouraging in their staff. Why IT professionals would have higher virtual competence than those of other industries.

— reprinted by CIO.com, The New Soft Skill: Virtual Competence

Mike Holmes tackles skills shortage at Canadian Skills Competition

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26 May 2009, ComputerWorld Canada

The HGTV personality was a spokesperson at the 2009 Canadian Skills Competition in Charlottetown this year, which targets the trade skills shortage. Event sponsor Fluke discusses weight of the problem. Holmes provides pointers on making it right. WITH VIDEO

Canadian high school students groomed by tech companies

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20 Nov 2008, ITBusiness.ca

The likes of Big Blue and Cisco are looking to address an IT skills mismatch by attracting students interest in IT careers. Many schools are on board.