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by it-boy

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As a foreigner student who finished Systems Engineer at a University in southamerica, i am currently working (2 years) as a network admin (got MCSE certification) here in SouthAmerica.I've been given to chance to study in USA or Canada , and i am concerned about what career paths i could take:
1.Get a bunch of IT certifications such as Cisco,Microsoft,Sun,Checkpoint (I was told about an institute which offers certifications programs in 10 months terms) and then try to settle on USA/Canada.
2.Study a Master degree in USA/Canada.
I've tried to read about IT job market tendencies and it seems cartification path would be a much better choice in my case.
3.The scariest option is to study all over again in some University or College in USA/Canada

any advice?

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by ann777

My advice? Go with option 1.

The problem with Options 2 & 3 is that it'd take a whole lot longer to get through the programs at a College/University and you have to learn a bunch of other stuff to get a degree.

Certification programs are much more concentrated and since you already have some experience, you should be able to accomplish Option 1 within your given timeframe.

by opatzg9

I'ld have to agree with Anna, better yet why not try to get employed and let them pay for your training? You already have the MSCE and seem to speak/write well enough in english to be considered for a job in the US or Canada. Most companies hope for people coming in who have a willingness to learn and a proven record for learning which your msce designates. Good Luck!

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