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Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by bigtt76(f): 8:15am On Jul 22, 2016 |
Good you go for both but also best when you get industry based certifications rather than product based so you don't get limited in capabilities. Not all companies you attend their interviews are ready to invest in Cisco or Microsoft Servers. An industry based certification in Information Technology such as CISA, CISM or CISSP takes you further in most cases. 2 Likes |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by RobinHez(m): 8:16am On Jul 22, 2016 |
morayo08: You've just said something I've been pondering on, .... But what about MCSE? 1 Like |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by AkumahTalk(m): 8:19am On Jul 22, 2016 |
I think either will do; depending on your area of interest. As an IT support Engineer; I'd say a Cisco centered Network engineer/Admin job will give you some exposure to Microsoft's Server infrastructure. However a Microsoft System Admin/Support role may not give you any exposure to core network devices like Switches and Routers. There are lots of opportunities for Microsoft roles because almost every medium/large organisation will have an instance of Microsoft's Server operating system running. The down side is that there are also lots of competition as well. There are too many Microsoft certified professionals as compared to Cisco. To have the advantage in the job market, my advice to you is that you need both Certs to get ahead. You can't do one and run away from the other. To achieve this, there are lots of videos that cover the full MCSE (Server Infrastructure curriculum) and Cisco's CCNA curriculum. I have tonnes of them. You can self study rather than pay 100k+ to the likes of NIIT. Just a thought. Sorry if my comment does not make any sense to you; I typed this in a hurry. You should read this article : http://www.techbusiness101.com/specialist-vs-generalist-surviving-the-new-information-age/. Better still visit my blog www.techbusiness101.com. You'd find some very useful tips on how to develop your career, IT companies to target in your job search in Nigeria...etc. Qudbell: 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by Lacomb(m): 8:21am On Jul 22, 2016 |
It all depends on your choice of career path, I would advice you look inward at your strength and whatever comes easily to you and you have passion for, Servers or Networking. A lot of people think Microsoft is all about the OS, but that's not true. Like CCNA, you will still have to choose a path, even if you choose to go the Microsoft way (SQL Admin, Exchange, SharePoint,TMG (though obsoloate), skype for business (Lync), System center which is a suite like the office (VMM,DPM,Config Mgr etc and some other). For starters you can go for your CCNA and MCSA like someone advised and see where the job takes you. Which ever you decide , have passion for what you do and be willing to ALWAYS learn, because it's a very dynamic field. All the best. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by GlorifiedTunde(m): 8:23am On Jul 22, 2016 |
Take my advice .. Do CISCO up to CCNP; have CCNP, CCSP and CCDP Do Microsoft Also. MCSE ...blah blah Get PMP and ITIL Then you may land a job. Let me tell you from experience - over 13 years. Certifications do not guarantee a job in Nigeria anymore. Even with all that above, you'll be getting a 70k offer. If you really want to feel rewarded in technology, once you have done all the above, fly out to Canada or UAE straight. Nigerian employment really sucks! Please try to get masters also when you're at it - that's if you still want to stick to Nigeria. 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by udoh2k: 8:26am On Jul 22, 2016 |
Do not study for job only. study for passion and interest too. What are u keen at? 1.programming? 2.Hardware engineering? 3.Networking? 4. Database administration? 5.Server Administration? Then respectively choose a certification as follows: 1. java or Microsoft 2. A+ 3. N+ or Cisco 4. Oracle or Microsoft 5. Linux or Microsoft 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by debbie(f): 8:35am On Jul 22, 2016 |
COMPTIA A+ is not so common here for now.the demand hasnt really increased because we dont use it so much unlike the huge deman for it in USA. But dont limit yourself,you never can tell when things will take a turn around. I tell you,you can be an expert in it and cave a niche in the labour market.......note the world and technology is evolving. Who knew that cisco will end up having a competitor like juniper? So if you are looking at just the present,you will loose sight of the future. Allboiz: 1 Like |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by Princepoint(m): 8:38am On Jul 22, 2016 |
cisco is more Advanced than microsoft in terms of security and programming 1 Like |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by CyerSeries: 8:44am On Jul 22, 2016 |
If you're interested in networking, go for CISCO, but if you're interested in Server Administration, go for Microsoft.. But I will advise you continue with CISCO because that's where the big boys are.. Get your professional & expert certification (security) and thank me later... Good luck! 3 Likes |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by paule: 8:46am On Jul 22, 2016 |
It depends on the area of specialty: CISCO is purely for [b]Network [/b]Administration (with Security) while Microsoft is vast with different areas to include Server Administration (Windows) Database Administration (SQL Server) Office (VBA) SharePoint Administration/Development Software/Web Development (.NET framework) Dynamics (ERP) Exchange Server (email) etc 1 Like |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by horluwaloseyi(m): 8:47am On Jul 22, 2016 |
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Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by Nihilist: 9:03am On Jul 22, 2016 |
There are too many networking vendors out there today - Cisco, Palo Alto, Juniper for example which makes commiting to a Cisco cert not as attractive as it used to be. Microsoft on the other hand are thr global leaders in the desktop and server field. Simply put, you might apply to a company who don't use Cisco hardware, but you can be sure that they have Microsoft products. With this in mind, I would recommend starting of with an MCP/MCITP. Windows servers can actually be configured to serve as routers so you might find that a Microsoft cert is sufficient for your needs in thr early stages of your career. CCNA is really meant for system admins who already have exposure to IT infrastructure. Network configurations tend to stay the same once configured so dedicated network engineers are usually only needed at data centres and colos. Start with Microsoft. Reassess after a year in your 1st job. That's my advice. 2 Likes |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by chinexvee(m): 9:24am On Jul 22, 2016 |
:PCertificate of Return is better... :PCertificate of Return is better... |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by oluwamitomisin: 9:28am On Jul 22, 2016 |
morayo08: Thanks for this input. I got CCNA and it expired while I was studying for MSc, I couldn't practise in a job with it before expiration. Now to go on to CCNP, I have to resit CCNA. I find it tasking and instead was thinking I just go ahead and start with MCP. I don't know much about ITIL too and I feel it sounds right to start with it. Do you think my decision is right? How much does writing ITIL cost? 1 Like |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by presidentpikin: 9:36am On Jul 22, 2016 |
This post is very informative... I will want to more informatiobin SAP technology and the relevance on the modern technology cos from what I heard abt the technology is getting obsolete and industry are not using it again. I am considering dining their certfication..... |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by vinideangelo(m): 9:37am On Jul 22, 2016 |
Both plays vital roles in the ICT industry.They are both useful and rewarding but getting to the helm of cisco certifications gives you a broader opportunity to excel in your career. Rightnow,Cloud computing is the driving pointer in enterprise computing.Without both the microsoft and cisco certifications,you will find it difficult understanding what the hell cloud computing means. As a certified microsoft,Cisco,CompTia and cloud architect,you will always remain relevant even in this our harsh economy. Invest in your career and take out time to study new angles of IT. Best Wishes! 1 Like |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by vinideangelo(m): 9:46am On Jul 22, 2016 |
presidentpikin: SAP is like a bentley when compared to our ERPs.The reason for low adoption with regards to SAP,its because its not cheap and the skills aint readily available in the job market. Alot of firms are leaning towards Oracle and Microsoft Dynamics because they offer cheaper alternatives to SAP.From my own perspective,SAP is the best and with its cloud hosted services,the possibilities are endless. SAP is not going into extinction but rather you should pay a visit to some firms like Oando,Mobil,Pan-Ocean,SFH the list is endless and see how they adopted SAP and their usage. Get an SAP certification if you can but you really need hands-on experience as well.Certifications can get you shortlisted but hands-on experiences gives you the job. Goodluck! 1 Like |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by slye(m): 10:05am On Jul 22, 2016 |
AkumahTalk: How can you help with the |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by sleekman(m): 10:30am On Jul 22, 2016 |
There are 2 certifications that stand out when you are masters at them. CISCO and SAP. Pls don't call Microsoft close to any of these. Not even Oracle. The pay and respect from these 2 beats any other. Also, if ure a master programmer then perhaps you are most superior to any other 2 Likes |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by Dynamitehimself(m): 10:34am On Jul 22, 2016 |
GlorifiedTunde:Very informative 2 Likes |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by Safari29: 10:36am On Jul 22, 2016 |
hmm, i came here to learn. Op we in same shoe, ccna and presently about writing 70-410. no job, infact its like no direction, to be sincered, i love the two certs (Server and networking) as i understand them very well. hopefully when i get a job i will stick to one path then get the expert certification in that path. May God help me (Amin) 1 Like |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by donami(m): 10:51am On Jul 22, 2016 |
Cisco is a life long commitment, Microsoft is for Enterprise network career, Cisco is infrastructure, so where do you want to work??! but in your pursuit you'll never know what the future holds that's the reason why IT guys combine multiple certifications, the router in an enterprise environment might never be configured in six months BT the server will get a lot of stuff on a daily basis, Never be certificate driven, rather be knowledge driven else you end up using dumbs to show for knowledge that is very shallow just my two cents 1 Like |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by AkumahTalk(m): 10:54am On Jul 22, 2016 |
For IT training, audio files are practically useless and I'd say they don't exist either. The idea of videos is to show you how things are done while you're being taught at the same time. Kinda like giving you a classroom feel. A laptop is a must have as well. slye: 1 Like |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by slye(m): 11:04am On Jul 22, 2016 |
AkumahTalk: I meant to say video jare. naa mistake, apologies |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by twosquare(m): 11:06am On Jul 22, 2016 |
bigtt76:see as I just dey look like lucozade.. All you people bamboozling us with IT terms.. God dey oo.. Vexing to go learn these things...... Runs back, let me stick with my Literature before I start seeing Arabic in computer languages... 3 Likes |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by Yagazee: 11:16am On Jul 22, 2016 |
AkumahTalk:Please suggest where I can find these videos you mention. I read your blog. We need people like you. You inspire 1 Like |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by saviola77(m): 11:26am On Jul 22, 2016 |
Lacomb:Exactly! Being a Microsoft person myself, I can tell you that it is no cakewalk, because you have to constantly keep up with newer technologies to stay relevant. Microsoft is so diverse unlike what a lot of people will have you think. In my opinion, money shouldn't be your motivation while choosing, make sure to find your passion and pursue it. 2 Likes |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by AkumahTalk(m): 11:48am On Jul 22, 2016 |
No wahala, I feel you. The problem is that the size is in Gigs; too heavy to upload anywhere. You'd need an external hard drive. Another challenge will be your proximity cos I'm in PH. slye: 1 Like |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by linearity: 12:38pm On Jul 22, 2016 |
Go for Cisco and don't stop until you get your CCIE. In anything you do, aim for the peak, Microsoft is loosing lots of shares in high end data centers. The future of networking and servers is turning to SDN and NFV and looking at early drafts of openstack, Microsoft is a distant memory, relegated to desktops and not considered for heavy duty cost effective enterprise or large scale solution. It is falling out of place in highly developed and technological advanced societies, only striving in government entities where tax payers money can be used to fund huge licenses...ask me, why will a business who want to minimize cost and maximize profit want to pay billions on Microsoft products and licenses, when you can implement everything free with Ubuntu, Red Hat Linux and open source supported community? Getting Solaris or UNIX is even better than Microsoft, if plan on surviving the new wave of technology. Note that, Microsoft will still have it's place, but it is shaping up to be essentially desktop roles. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by linearity: 12:56pm On Jul 22, 2016 |
Nihilist: Not true, the difference between those vendors is in most cases is just their syntax...If you are good with working with Cisco devices, you will be able to configure any of the other vendors appliances, just fresh up on their command syntax. Here in the US and at the expert level, people don't care....Juniper looking for an expert can turn to a Cisco CCIE holder and hire him immediately if he/she meets the other criteria they are looking for over the guy with JNCIE....Cisco, Tellabs, Ericsson, Nokia, etc can also do the same. 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by petitejolie(f): 1:27pm On Jul 22, 2016 |
Akathriel: you're right about Cisco cos Microsoft hasn't released a single talk more of an album that top the world chat. Cisco is better 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Which Certification Is Top-notch? Microsoft Or Cisco by presidentpikin: 1:52pm On Jul 22, 2016 |
[quote author=vinideangelo post=47777615] SAP is like a bentley when compared to our ERPs.The reason for low adoption with regards to SAP,its because its not cheap and the skills aint readily available in the job market. Alot of firms are leaning towards Oracle and Microsoft Dynamics because they offer cheaper alternatives to SAP.From my own perspective,SAP is the best and with its cloud hosted services,the possibilities are endless. SAP is not going into extinction but rather you should pay a visit to some firms like Oando,Mobil,Pan-Ocean,SFH the list is endless and see how they adopted SAP and their usage. Get an SAP certification if you can but you really need hands-on experience as well.Certifications can get you shortlisted but hands-on experiences gives you the job. Goodluck! Thank you Boss.... God bless you abundantly 1 Like |
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