The University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ) has emerged as a leader in IT skills among graduates from popular higher education institutions in Sri Lanka, according to the SLASSCOM Employability Skills Report 2024, conducted in collaboration with Deloitte. The report highlights the university’s exceptional performance across key skill areas, making it a top choice for employers in the rapidly evolving IT industry.
The survey evaluated several critical skills, including teamwork, communication skills, analysis and problem-solving, the ability to come up with new ideas/solutions, and the ability to acquire new knowledge. Among all the institutions evaluated, USJ stood out with impressive scores across these categories:
– Teamwork: 3.6
– Communication Skills (Writing, Oral, Presenting): 3.3
– Analysis and Problem Solving: 3.6
– Ability to Come Up with New Ideas/Solutions: 3.6
– Ability to Acquire New Knowledge: 3.5
These scores reflect USJ’s commitment to providing a comprehensive education that equips students with the necessary skills to thrive in the IT industry.
About the Report
The SLASSCOM Employability Skills Report 2024, conducted with 37 companies, highlights key trends in Sri Lanka’s IT industry, including programming, scripting, markup languages, web frameworks, databases, cloud platforms, AI, and analytics tools. The report emphasizes the need for continuous learning and adaptability, with significant investments in upskilling new hires.
Despite challenges in finding technically skilled employees, the IT industry in Sri Lanka demonstrates a commitment to fostering a future-ready workforce. This is achieved through collaboration with educational institutions and the implementation of innovative talent development strategies.
USJ’s Contribution to IT Education
USJ offers a diverse range of computing degrees through various departments, contributing to the holistic development of its students. These departments include:
– Department of Computer Science (Faculty of Applied Sciences)
– Department of Information Technology (Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce)
– Department of ICT (Faculty of Technology)
– Department of Information and Communication Technology (Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences)
– Department of Computer Engineering (Faculty of Engineering)
– Faculty of Computing (Multiple Degree Programs)
These programs ensure that graduates are equipped with the latest skills and knowledge required by the industry, making them highly sought-after by employers.
Conclusion
The University of Sri Jayewardenepura’s outstanding performance in the SLASSCOM Employability Skills Report 2024 underscores its position as a leading institution in IT education. With a focus on innovation, continuous learning, and collaboration, USJ is shaping the future of IT in Sri Lanka and beyond.
For more details, the full report can be downloaded from (https://lnkd.in/gGthNY4J).
