Re: Informatica and Cognos

Ed wrote:

> I know this may be off-topic, but this seems as likely a place as any in
> which to ask the following question:
>
> I have the opportunity to receive training using Informatica and Cognos as
> part of an agreement to accept a new consulting position. I'd have to pay
> for at least part of the training, but I'm pretty sure that the payoff (read
> that, my hourly rate) would be very considerable later on.
>
> I'd be very grateful if anyone with experience using these tools could give
> me some feedback. Do you think this would be a good choice? It would
> certainly give me a tremendous opportunity to broaden, upgrade and update my
> skills arsenal. Please let me know- both the pros and cons. Thanks in
> advance.
>
>
> Henry

If the only consideration is the tools ... go for it. But I'd be very nervous as this has all the hallmarks of a scam. They get you a job but want money from you to train you first? Yeah. And for $45,000 I'll get you a job that pays you $2,000 per month with a one year guarantee.

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