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Information Technology vs. Computer Science – CS-IT Comparison

Is Computer Science better than Information Technology?

Are you interested in nurturing your career in the trending IT related job sector, but confused about which course to choose – whether Information Technology or Computer Science and Engineering, then this blog is meant just for you.

Employment and Placement opportunities in IT and Computer Science

The Engineering branches of Information Technology and Computer Science and Engineering are equally important for an aspirant who dreams of securing a job in an IT hub or MNC. Both give you the competitive edge to survive and excel in the market of software and IT jobs. If Computer hardware and software interests you, you could actually vote for Computer Science and Engineering, and if you are more into software and management skills, you could choose Information Technology. But it really doesn’t matter though; because it is a win-win situation. All MNCs recruit from both the branches giving no more weightage to the other.

Government jobs for IT and Computer Science engineers

Equal job opportunities await IT professionals and Computer Science professionals in the Government public sector as well. They have many openings in the public sector like BHEL, BEL, ISRO DRDO, NTPC, SAIL, IOCL, BARC, UPSC (IAS, IPS, SCRA, NDA), BANK PO, SSC and many more. A GATE score may possibly hold as a criterion of eligibility.

Who is bigger – IT or Computer Science?

If you look into the history of the two, the branch of Computer Science and Engineering acquired its origin from Electronics and Communication Engineering along with a lot more branches and it has made its prominence as it is today. However, Information Technology has a lighter effect in that prospect, though the fact is that it prevails unbeatable by any other branch in the modern era of Information, Internet and Technology.

Research opportunities after completing a course in IT or Computer Science

Computer Science professionals are well versed in hardware and electronics, computer programming, the theory of computations, data processing, data structures, database, discrete mathematics, algorithms and a lot more. IT professionals specialize more in the software part, programming, processing, computations, projects, products, management, networks and more. Graduates from both streams land themselves ready to launch their career in the most trending and booming areas of research and job opportunities, like Deep learning, AI, Data mining, Data warehousing, Gaming, Mobile App development, Information security, Networking, and so on. The Market value of Computer Science and IT professionals are really way too high, good for them! Those students with high entrepreneurial and managerial skills can successfully build up their career, doing business in their area of interest, probably after they graduate in business administration.
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The market and demand of IT professionals or Computer Science professionals

Multinational companies or conglomerates, Businesses, Universities, Research organizations, etc. readily absorb Computer Science and IT professionals, offering exuberant and auspicious career growth opportunities, high earnings, an excellent reputation, and self-esteem. IT and software jobs are expected to soar 20% to 25% over the next ten years. It is in high demand and worldwide scope. The median annual salary of IT and software jobs range from about $50,000 to $1,65,000, depending on experience, qualification, and skills.

The profession of the IT and Computer Science sector calls for a continuous learner

Once employed, they need to be a creative and continuous learner and be up-to-date with the current innovative technologies and advancements in the field, to exist proficiently in the competitive world of business strategies and tactics.

Still Confused ?

In general terms, the engineering branches of Information Technology and Computer Science and Engineering are related, and both provide equal opportunity to aspirants to accomplish their career goals and beyond.

All you need is, ensure that you go to a good, certified and well reputed college, with consistently excellent academic track record and high placements, whether you choose Information Technology or Computer Science and Engineering.

Posted by: Ms. Neomi Nelin Nicholas, Assistant Professor, Department of Information Technology

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