Hello,

I am a sytem analyst. I have 5 years of experience.
But, I want to change my career.

I am styding to exam 70-228.

After I get the McDBA Will be possible to get a job as DBA?

Thanks!!!!

Ps: Sorry for my mistakes!!! The english is not my native language.

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First of all welcome to the forum!! In answer to your question once you have passed the exams it does not necessarily mean you will get a job as an MCDBA, most companies look for experienced Database Administrators - but it will be one step towards your goal!!

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If your company uses SQL Server, you might be able to get into a database operator position, or just add some database work to your present job. If they know you and like you, they may be more willing to take a risk on your new skills. Then later you could probably transition into a DBA role.

If this is the kind of situation for you, I would start expressing your interest within your company in database work now, and not wait until you have finished your DBA.

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Good point nicole

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Nicole and Humtert,

I agree with your answers.

But, In the enterprise that I am working now, I think that is not possible because there are no opportunities.

It is a very difficult situation!!!

The main problem to me is about my salary.
I am a senior sistem analyst, I can not reduce my salary.

What can I do?

Thanks!!!

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A very much doubt you will find an entry level database position at the same salary. You might be able to find a position at your salary level that needs someone who also has database knowledge, and start a career transition that way.

I have no idea what the market is like is Brazil, though. In most places, you can't get a great paying job just because of a certification, but your industry experience may help you there. If I were you, I'd keep checking the local job listings and see if there are DBA positions that match your qualifications plus the MCDBA.

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Start a part-time consultancy. Lot's of little businesses can use a part-time expert. Create a web site & advertise your availability. Apply the same effort to aquiring experience that you did to your own cert process.

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Hello:

Nicole is absolutely right! I work for MS in DCOPS and am transitioning to our SQL team. While pursuing my MCDBA, I am job shadowing with our OPSSQL group. This is providing me with valuable SQL experience as well as networking with those who would be in a position to hire me.In addition, I am gaining valuable information which is helping me pass the MCDBA exams. This process has been ongoing for over 3 months, but in the end I will be able to land a job with our SQL group.

Hang in there, it may take some time, but in the end, it should all work out.

Gary

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Wow, Gary, it's great to hear a success story. You CAN transistion a career, it just takes time and persistence (and a little luck.)

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My objective is at the end of the year work as a DBA.
I hope in few months put my success history in this IT Forum.

Thanks for all answer.

Nicole, special thanks for you, you have a good point of view.

Fyshmaan, congratulations for you.

It is the first time that I participate
in IT forum with people of another countries.

I will enter in this forum all day, is very good!!!!

Success for all...

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