To increase the employability and to fill the supply gap
for industry-ready skilled resource, a series of Human Capital Development Program
through Information Science and Technology department, Government of Sindh, has been
initiated. One of the said programs is going to equip the non-ICT
graduates/under-graduates/equivalent (having Basic Computer and/or Programming
Knowledge) with emerging technologies and soft skills by the ICT Faculty and Industry
Professionals that will help them in enhancing the number and quality of HR workforce
available to Pakistan IT.
Program Objective
Train 10000 youth in Sindh Province and 3500 youth in Sukkur region.
Provide accessible and free of cost IT education to empower individuals with the
necessary skills to participate in the digital economy.
Promote digital literacy among citizens to bridge the digital divide and ensure
inclusivity in the digital age.
Offering courses that are aligned with industry needs to prepare students
for current and future job requirements in the IT sector.
Offer courses that are aligned with industry needs to prepare students for
current and future job requirements in the IT sector.
Foster IT skills development to create employment opportunities locally and
contribute to economic growth through the IT sector.
Empower, especially women and youth with IT skills, thereby, promote gender
equality and youth development.
Benefits for Youth
Increased Employability: Gaining in-demand IT skills significantly improves job
prospects in the growing IT sector.
Enhanced Earning Potential: IT certifications can lead to higher-paying jobs or
freelance opportunities, improving financial security.
Greater Social Mobility: IT skills can open doors to new career paths and social
networks, promoting upward mobility.
Improved Digital Literacy: The programme equips participants with the knowledge and
skills to navigate the digital world effectively
Boosted Confidence and Self-Esteem: Learning valuable IT skills empowers youth and
fosters a sense of accomplishment.
Potential for Entrepreneurship: The programme can spark interest in creating
IT-related businesses or freelance ventures.
Benefits for Society
Reduced Poverty: By empowering youth with income-generating skills, the
programme contributes to poverty reduction efforts.
Bridged Digital Divide: Equipping underprivileged youth with IT skills helps
close the digital skills gap and fosters digital
inclusion.
Stimulated Economic Growth: A more skilled workforce can contribute to the
growth of the digital economy in Sindh.
Increased Social Inclusion: The programme promotes social mobility and creates a
more inclusive IT sector.
Reduced Social Exclusion: IT skills can empower underprivileged youth to
participate more actively in society.
Following Courses are sponsored by Government of Sindh under Peoples Information
Technology Program
- 1. Certified Java Developer
- 2. Certified Python Developer
- 3. Certified Database Administrator
- 4. Certified Graphic Designer
- 5. Certified E-Commerce Professional
- 6. Certified Digital Marketing
Professional
- 7. Certified Web Developer
- 8. Certified Mobile Application
Developer
- 9. Certified Data Scientist
