1.5 mn IT Experts Needed by 2012
How big is the IT testing industry in India?
The software testing industry has increasing growth potential and is proving it for the job seekers. The shortage of supply is making it a well-paid option even for fresh graduates.
The IT Testing Industry is estimated to be a $9.1 billion industry in India. Interestingly, India garners a total of 70 per cent of the world's outsourced testing services business, and is currently growing at a CAGR of 47 per cent annually as per the estimates. This is expected to grow in the similar manner for the next five to seven years.
Till a few years back, the average deal sizes in outsourced testing projects were about $50,000 to $60,000, requiring a few testers. Only certain parts/types of testing were being outsourced to India. Currently, independent software vendor (ISV) are outsourcing end-to-end testing projects and the average deal sizes are around $2million to $4million.
The number of testers in India, shortfall etc?
The ongoing need for qualified IT personnel in Asia Pacific will fuel major opportunities for IT training and certification in the region and it is estimated that around 1.5 million IT experts will be needed by 2012. According to a recent study, NASSCOM projects 15 per cent growth in the software industry and a shortage of five lakh skilled workers by the end of 2010.
Basic skillsets/eligibility required to become an IT tester
Knowledge of software quality engineering, programming skills, functional domain of the application, skills in automation, communication and reporting skills and international certification.
How different is a testing qualification from an IT qualification
Not very different. While IT qualification mandates individuals to demonstrate the skills for development of an application software, a testing qualification focuses on domain knowledge, automation knowledge and knowledge and experience with software testing skills.
Author: Vandana Ramnani (HT Horizons)
Date: 19th October, 2010
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