Which one would you do? At this point I am finding out that my love and passion is with technology and I am going to stay in it for better or worse (A refreshing statment I hope from all the threads of people leaving IT). Anyway, as an IT Professional, I am at a crossroads in my life and I was hoping to get some information/advice/suggestions on which way to go. I am going to be wrapping up my BS in Business Administration in a couple of months (so glad I took it and am finishing it) and possess several certs namely A+, N+, MCSA, some Dell certs etc…but would like to continue in gaining further knowledge (and experience). So I ask this question to you, the young and the experienced ;), which one would you do if you had a choice between CCIE, Masters, or PMP (The time I am looking for is the next 2-3 years)?
Here are my thoughts on PMP: If my understanding of Project Management is correct (and please correct me if I am wrong), I think its a fascinating career path which can be applied in so many different industries and fields. I always enjoyed the customer interaction, training, implementation, traveling, about IT and I would think a PMP (with experience of course) could only enhance that aspect. In fact, when I decide on which path I am taking, it is going to be like a big project and isn’t that what life is all about…small and big projects?
CCIE: What can I say? Its like being a Marine of Networking. Challenging, respect, prestige, and to be a rare and unique individual in IT is incredibly appealing.
Masters in CS/IT: because it has such a a wide applicability in IT.
Please note I am 28 if anyone was curious. So I ask what would you do? and What do you suggest I should go after?
In addtion, please feel free to post on what you are currently pursuing (the ones that are left in IT) and why?
