IT training good idea for professionals to expand career opportunities

Information Certification programs have been expanding among companies and organizations in recent years to give the individuals enrolled a more competitive edge in the ever-growing industry.

According to Mircrosoft's website, Chris Pirie, general manager within Microsoft's Sales, Marketing and Services Group Readiness organization, said that IT certification is a "proven differentiator with potential employers."

There are many programs offered to technology professionals that will give them an advantage among reputable companies across the globe. According to Rich Hein, senior writer at CIO Magazine, one Microsoft training program that would be beneficial to professionals with 10 or more years of experience in the IT field and five or more in technology architecture is the Microsoft Certified Architect.

The certification distinguishes professionals who have technology architect experience in deliver technology solutions to enterprise customers as. The program is not only a smart option for those interested in gaining access to better jobs, but, according to Hein, will also pay an additional premium of 8 to 13 percent of base salary, which is why certification training is a good investment for IT professionals everywhere looking to extend their skills. 

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