I’ve seen a few articles lately that remind us that - in spite of the current economic climate - it is a good time to be a Database Administrator, both now and in the future.
In a CNN article the author lists Database Administrator (DBA) as one of the Top Ten Promising jobs with solid job growth outlook over the next several years. Additionally, a US-oriented salary survey indicates encouragingly high salaries for DBAs and Senior DBAs. Most importantly what these articles both indicate is that the DBA job role indeed continues to be a critical, high paying role with solid future prospects.
Now as much as ever, DBAs of all skill levels should look to shore up their skill sets and resumés. Certification can be a relatively inexpensive (although not easy) way to enhance your credibility and prospects while adding to your skills and knowledge.
As you evaluate your current situation, remember to consider certification as a part of your career-planning strategy – whether you need to upgrade, have never certified before, or are looking to specialize with an Expert designation.
Paul Sorensen,
Director, Oracle Certification
Comments (11)
Since when did "asking a friend" who has sat ANY tests become illegal? I think asking people not to ask other people what they saw, read, experienced is asking for the impossible. Call it human nature.
Posted by Bowie | June 24, 2009 12:51 AM
Hi Bowie,
Getting suggestions on how to study or prepare is one thing, getting answers or other specific exam-related details from friends in not appropriate.
Thanks,
Paul
Posted by Paul Sorensen | July 8, 2009 12:05 PM
I agree- as long as you are honest and ethical, it is find to give the general permitted advice for study preparation to pass the exams. I usually tell folks to use the Oracle Certification exam preparation guidelines available online at the Oracle Education site. This gives folks the right details to best prepare and that way I do not violate any guidelines for the certification process.
Oh- experience helps! I passed my OCP exams after years of working as a DBA.
Cheers,
Ben
Posted by Ben Prusinski | July 20, 2009 1:41 PM
Thanks for the comment Ben. You are spot on (in my opinion). This is exactly how I tell people to study. And experience goes a long, long way in helping you. Congratulations on getting certified - that's a great accomplishment.
Thanks again for your comment.
Paul
Posted by Paul Sorensen | July 21, 2009 7:50 AM
hey paul
i am presently studying oracle 9i and after giving all my certification exams i want to do ocm how can i do it.and i want to study 10g and 11g as well.please guide me.thanks.
Posted by vidhi | November 7, 2009 1:31 AM
i everybody,
plz tell me how can i prepare to myself for performance tuning
Posted by Dalchand | November 7, 2009 7:15 PM
What is the future new comers?I mean freshers?
Posted by Santanu | November 8, 2009 2:29 AM
m certified ocp-dba ....but still a fresher .no job for ocp-dba fresher in india ......what is the solution???
what is the benifit for us although we hav done ocp-dba. in india.
Posted by SANDEEP KUMAR | November 8, 2009 8:38 AM
Is there any opening or chance for fresher IT engg. & OCP certified student of india?
Posted by Rohit | November 15, 2009 10:56 PM
Hey guys i just want a simple but truthful answer to this question. I am very interested in becoming an oracle dba, but a little apprehensive about the job prospects since all the jobs available require experience. How realistic is it for a beginner to get employed in this field after certification?
Posted by afrikanblak | December 1, 2009 9:00 PM
Since you are going to be competing with people with experience, I highly recommend getting that experience however you best can. That said however, I think that 'time' in experience isn't as important as "type and quality" of that experience itself. Therefore, while you're preparing for your exam(s) - simultaneously seek out opportunities to get good experience through hire, freelance, volunteer, lab practice, etc.
So in short, I think we'll all concur that yes - experience is very important. But I wouldn't plan to waste time just 'floating through the calendar to build time'; but rather, embark on a shorter laser-focused journey using the certification exam objectives as a guide. Also, it would be a good idea to check with your peers on the OTN Forum http://bit.ly/HGWo who will likely have some good advice on what worked (or didn't work) well for them.
Good luck!
—Harold
Harold Green
Sr Certification Program Manager | ORACLE UNIVERSITY
Posted by Harold Green | December 2, 2009 11:03 AM