Re: DBA Experience in Brazil?

Mal Ukuu wrote:

> Hello
>
> I would like to tap into your knowledge of the I.T. industry
> Having worked in this industry for several years, but striving to
> learn new
> technolgies constantly, I have put as a goal to work as an Oracle
> Database Administrator.
> Currently I am studying and writing certification exams towards an
> Oracle Certified Professional (DBA) certification.
> Recently, I have received an offer from a company in Brasil to work as
> an Oracle developer,
> with possibilities to grow into a Database Administrator role. They
> offer an environment that
> stimulates learning.
> Now, the question remains: If I go and work in Brasil, will my
> experience be recognized once
> I return to Canada?
> Realizing the strugle to enter such a specific job market in Canada,
> my
> hope is that work experience elsewhere will make it possible to work
> as an Oracle DBA in Canada.
> Is this a realistic asumption?
> Would a six month contract, starting in development, be looked upon
> favorably
> by Canadian employers?
> This opportunity involves almost no financial advantage. So I am
> taking the aproach that
> this is an investment in my education and career.
> Accepting this oportunity will take considerable effort and resources,
> so I sincerely
> apreciate your opinion and input on this subject.
> Are there any other aspects I might be overlooking?
> Thank you beforehand for your time and answer.
> Cheers,
>
> Mal Ukuu

Most likely yes.

Mileage with different potential employers will vary.

Daniel Morgan Received on Thu Apr 03 2003 - 23:04:01 CST