IT Education in Argentina

Abstract

Argentina's IT sector has shown remarkable growth, placing stress on the education system, which has struggled to meet the software industry's growing demand for employees. Because of this growth, Argentina's software companies have estimated that they must hire 7,000 new professionals each year, but universities are graduating less than half of that number. Many companies and universities have performed isolated efforts to decrease dropout rates. Some universities are calling students with only a few courses left, offering them adaptable conditions for graduating. Some companies also provide flexible working times and rewards for students who earn their degrees. To improve collaboration between industry and academia, the government has launched several initiatives, including the creation of the Sadosky Foundation in 2011, which has put in place several programs and projects to promote interaction.