Thinking of taking an MCSE? Then it's likely that you're probably in 1 of 2 situations: You're currently an IT professional and you need to formalise your skill set with the MCSE qualification. On the other hand this could be your first step into the computer world, and you've found that there's a growing demand for people with the right qualifications.

As you try to find out more, you will discover companies that lower their out-goings by failing to use the most up-to-date Microsoft version. Stay away from training companies like these as you will face problems at exam time. If you've been taught the wrong syllabus, it will be hard to pass. Stay away from organisations who are only trying to make a sale. Advisors should be helping to make sure you're on the best program for your needs. Don't allow yourself to be sold their standard course by some pushy sales person.

Considering the amount of options that are available, does it really shock us that most potential students get stuck choosing the job they could be successful with. Perusing long lists of different and confusing job titles is no use whatsoever. The vast majority of us have no idea what our good friends do at work - so what chance do we have in understanding the intricacies of a new IT role. Ultimately, any kind of right resolution only comes through a methodical analysis across many different key points:

* Which type of individual you think yourself to be - what tasks do you really enjoy, and conversely - what makes you unhappy.

* Are you driven to re-train for a precise reason - for instance, are you looking at working based at home (self-employment?)?

* Does salary have a higher place on your wish list than other requirements.

* Getting to grips with what typical IT areas and sectors are - and what differentiates them.

* How much time you will put into getting qualified.

In all honesty, your only option to gain help on these issues will be via a meeting with a professional who understands IT (and more importantly the commercial requirements.)

Far too many companies only look at the plaque to hang on your wall, and completely avoid what it's all actually about - which will always be getting the job or career you want. Always start with where you want to get to - too many people focus on the journey. It's an awful thing, but thousands of new students kick-off study that often sounds amazing in the prospectus, but which provides a job that doesn't satisfy. Talk to many college graduates to see what we mean.

Get to grips with the income level you aspire to and whether you're an ambitious person or not. This will influence what particular qualifications will be expected and how much effort you'll have to give in return. Your likely to need help from an advisor who knows the commercial realities of the market you've chosen, and who can offer 'A typical day in the life of' type of explanation for each job considered. This really is of paramount importance because you need to know whether or not you've chosen correctly.

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