Certifications can help, but it depends on the hiring company, the job, the market and your experience. You can check detailed job descriptions on http://www.dice.com/ for the types of jobs you are considering. Review several and look for their certificate requirements.

Vendor specific certifications can be very useful for entry to mid-level jobs. They can be costly to maintain. Many of these certifications can be had through focused training and test taking and may not have direct relation to ability or experience in performing the job.

For high end jobs, Project Management and Security certifications can affect salary and definitely set you apart in related jobs. Both of these types of certifications require actual work experience to sit for the exams.
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The boom in the IT industry brings in so many opportunities, thereby increasing the competition in the job market. Employers use new methods of analysing the competencies of the job seekers and in turn, the job aspirants are adopting new tactics for seeking the attention of their potential employers. The number of applicants for jobs is on the rise and many qualified people are queuing up for recruitments. A certification or an additional qualification comes handy in situations, where your resume will get more visibility as compared to other candidates.

Get the edge

“Certification can lead to better visibility and increase your career prospects. In today’s increasingly complex and highly specialised economy, credentials are everything. Sure, you know you have got the skills to do the job, but how do you convince potential customers and employers? For that, certification is often the answer,” says Madhav, COO, IIHT Limited.

But don’t take a certification course lightly only for giving yourself the needed edge. These courses are said to have a lot of significance. Certification courses are not just addons to your existing skills but also keep you updated on the recent developments and technologies in the field.
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