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Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by collele(m): 4:27pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
I am a medical sales rep in one of the biggest pharmaceutical companies in Nigeria and I desire to rise up to the level of National Sales Manager..Pls which certification courses do u think I should do to get to that level....God's willing I will purchase a form for my MBA next year... cc; xfire |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by Nobody: 4:28pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
You're very funny! Why seek counsel on Nairaland, where the vast majority might not have an ND. Seek professional counsel. Some Nairaland members are secondary school students. Just decipher what they post. For me, go for professional exams and become Chartered, before Master's. Thanks! 1 Like |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by pete26(m): 4:35pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
NavierStokes:Thanks bro |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by Jchi9876: 4:39pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
adeaks: if by big four you mean Akintola, Pwc and Kpmg these firms are basically pro experience with academic qualifications inclined. To get management and executive positions in these companies since they are operational in Nigeria from info available to me from insiders in Deloitte and PWC most especially you must have reached the highest level in ICAN however for average and growing employees with basic experience they would choose the applicant with a solid higher academic degree and Intl experience compared to otherwise |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by ttmacoy: 4:44pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
There is no one size fits all. It depends on your chosen career path and your goals. I hear people go on and on about professional certificates but in my opinion many people doing professional certification in Nigeria do not really understand how it works and are just doing it to follow the crowd eg doing certifications with no relevant experience to back it up. This is not the right approach. Professional certifications are designed to complement relevant experience but many people do it because they heard Mr XYZ did ABC and got a job paying xx amount so they rush to do same ignoring the fact the guy probably had considerable experience to back up the certificate. My advise research what is required in your chosen field. A master's degree may be needed at first and then as you have a few years experience consolidate with a professional qualification. In some cases a certification may be required instead of a masters. It's not a case of certificate is better than masters or vice versa. They both serve different purposes. brianromel: 4 Likes |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by NavierStokes(m): 4:46pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
saxywale: True nowadays most companies even require at least an MSc to get you started, Exxon Geoscientist's are required to have at least an MSc, Statoil requires an MSc and a lot of them. Like my earlier position, If one just needs a job, then a certification will be fine, buta top job can relatively easily be accessed with an advanced degree. |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by ttmacoy: 5:06pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
All depends on what you want to do. As an accounting graduates if your goal is finance or banking a masters in finance may be a better route than an accounting qualification. I am a n accounting g graduate with CIMA qualification and I work as a consultant where an MBA is more relevant than the accounting qualification. There is no one size fits all answer. kingphilip: |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by ayokunlei(m): 5:11pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
saxywale: well said.kudos |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by GentleNaaz(m): 5:32pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
sahm4u2nv:Its more advisable u go for MSc in ur field 1 Like |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by Nobody: 5:41pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
NavierStokes:You are correct. |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by Nobody: 5:57pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
To get to the Top, ur Masters degree is required so as ur some certifications, |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by kclee(m): 6:24pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
kclee: My first ever comment that entered front page.... |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by PastorOla1: 6:35pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
IN NIGERIA SHA NA PROFFESIONAL EXAM BETTER O. |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by Alagba007: 7:03pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
brianromel: Hi Brainromel, The answer to your question is not straight forward, all depends on your industry of interest. If you are in IT/Telecom industry, my advise will be for you to get as much certification as possible in the industry with work experience to go side by side. Certification is cheaper and valuable. but if you want to work globally for any company and anywhere. You may need an advance degree from a reputable Engineering/Science school oversea. The MSc will provide you with t exposure and help you think outside the box which is more difficult when you are in the box (My box here is the limitation you have being in Nigeria). In the Oil & Gas industry you have lot of people with advance degree (Msc & PhD) not everyone, I think here emphasis is placed on advanced degree not very sure though (Guys from the Oil & Gas industry are free to add or remove). but my take here is that if you want to competitive when there are limited position (Most especially at the top), you want to have the same or better qualification compared to people competing for the same position. I do not have the conclusion for other industry, but my advice for you is if you already gaining experience in the industry you like, is to t gain a minimum of 3 or more years of experience before going overseas for study! Nothing can be substituted for experience ... Finally, never use a company to plan your career, things can change for the company pretty quickly (Industry based approach is better). A way to get a view into the existing trend for a future position in your industry. Is to look at a number of present opening for your planned "future positions" in that industry and get a baseline of criteria required for the position. Hope this helps. Good luck! in what ever decision you make. 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by Nobody: 7:44pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
sheunsheun:nope, starts from level 10 especially ICAN, personally I think professional certificate is better to get, no one's got luxury of time trying to get Masters from those hungry lecturers. |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by Nobody: 7:52pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
tosyne2much:Haaaaaaa U dey try! |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by sheunsheun(m): 8:53pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
VenusBetty:Wow, how about pmp, hse nd stuff |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by adebayo742(m): 8:57pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
For me, i'll go for Professional course because it give more experience and intellectual skill works........ after the professional exam then I'll go for Master exam!!! 1 Like |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by pete26(m): 10:14pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
saxywale:I agree with U. Which school and in which country will u advice for a masters degree in petroleum engineering. |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by tosyne2much(m): 10:23pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
IHate9ja1:Bro, why you talk so ? |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by Nobody: 5:44am On Dec 26, 2015 |
tosyne2much:I was there! Are you from Ekiti? |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by Nobody: 7:39am On Dec 26, 2015 |
pete26:Herriot watt-scotland RGU-Scotland Imperial-England Norway- UofS IPS-Nigeria UofA- Canada University of Texas at Austin,USA Texas A&M University,USA University of Houston,USA UND-USA KFUPM-Saudi You might want to look at Russia too. Basically, most university or college located in a town/city where exploration and drilling is active. |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by incrediblestev: 7:40am On Dec 26, 2015 |
If you are a young lad in I.T, you had better concentrate on getting professional I.T certifications first before venturing into masters program.... That I can assure you.... Nobody gives a damn about MSc in I.T especially when you are not experienced or skilled enough. |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by Deesquare01(m): 8:06am On Dec 26, 2015 |
Wow... Am still an undergraduate... Bt I learnt a lot 4rm pple's comment hia Pls wot cgpa must 2 attain 2b eligible for Msc??... Or d so calld professional courses said. |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by tosyne2much(m): 8:47am On Dec 26, 2015 |
IHate9ja1:Of course. I'm from Ijero Ekiti 1 Like |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by Emmaesty(f): 10:26am On Dec 26, 2015 |
Deesquare01:Some schools accept not less than 3.0 for Msc. |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by foriz4u(m): 10:28am On Dec 26, 2015 |
brianromel:get both while u can. |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by pete26(m): 11:24am On Dec 26, 2015 |
Deesquare01:To be on the safe side just get second class upper (3.5 and above) cos most top schools require that, or else u'll have to do a PGD first. Just try and secure a 2:1. Goodluck |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by Nobody: 1:18pm On Dec 26, 2015 |
tosyne2much:Wow I finished from Cohest Ijero Environmental dept (hnd) |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by DKOKO3(m): 2:02pm On Dec 26, 2015 |
Personally, I think the two is good. The organisation you work for determine which comes first. But if you're in academic line, Masters is highly needed and if otherwise, Professional masters would be considered as it directly relate to them. Thank you. |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by tosyne2much(m): 2:06pm On Dec 26, 2015 |
IHate9ja1:Wooow that's wonderful bro |
Re: Professional Exams Vs Masters Which Is Better? by dbshaywhy(m): 9:01pm On Dec 26, 2015 |
Woah, wat a nice n educative thread, pls am a polytechnic student, studing pure and apply chemistry, wil resume for hnd II session by january. I av bn wishing to work in an oil firm like chevron, shell, e.t.c. Wat wil b ur candid advice to next step in ma career? |
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