Universities adapt to ‘no degree required’ hiring

By Norman Rozenberg. A 2014 study commissioned by some of the country’s largest companies, including Google and Citi, revealed some interesting trends in New York City’s tech sector. Some 44 percent of technology jobs do not require a bachelor’s degree. Also, employees in the technology sector are compensated well for their work.
“The spectrum of tech-related occupations — from programmers to sales reps — is creating well-paying and quality jobs for New Yorkers at all levels of educational attainment,” said Kate Wittels, director of HR&A Advisors, the consulting firm that conducted the study. More...