Oracle Certifications - Top IT Certifications by Oracle

Oracle (www.oracle.com) offers various products and services such as database services, application services, server and operating systems software, virtualization and cloud computing services, enterprise resource planning solutions, storage and networking services , and many more.Oracle has several certification tracks that one can choose, based on the area of expertise.

The career track for most certifications is as follows:

OCA: Oracle Certified Associate

OCP: Oracle Certified Professional

OCE: Oracle Certified Expert

OCM: Oracle Certified Master

Here is a list of few certifications that you can pursue from Oracle.

Career Track	Certification Name
System Administration	Oracle Certified Associate - Oracle Solaris System Administrator
	Oracle Linux Administrator Certified Associate
	Oracle Linux Certified Implementation Specialist
	Oracle Certified Professional - Oracle Solaris System Administrator
	Oracle Certified Professional - Oracle Solaris Cluster System Administrator
	Oracle Certified Expert - Oracle Solaris Network Administrator
	Oracle Certified Expert - Oracle Solaris Security Administrator
	Oracle E-Business Suite - System Administrator Certified Expert
Database Administration	Oracle Database Administrator Certified Associate
	Oracle Database Administrator Certified Professional
	Oracle Database Performance Tuning Certified Expert
	Oracle Database Real Applications Clusters Administrator Certified Expert
	Oracle Database Performance Tuning Certified Expert
	Oracle Database Managing Oracle on Linux Certified Expert
	Oracle Certified Associate - MySQL Database Administrator
	Oracle Certified Professional - MySQL Database Administrator
	Oracle Certified Expert - MySQL Cluster Database Administrator
	Oracle E-Business Suite Applications Database Administrator Certified Professional
Application Server Administrator	Oracle Application Server Administrator Certified Associate
	Oracle Application Server Administrator Certified Professional
	Oracle Certified Associate - Oracle WebLogic Server System Administrator
	Oracle WebLogic Server System Administrator Certified Expert
Virtualization	Oracle VM - Certified Implementation Specialist
Java Developer	Oracle Certified Associate - Java SE Programmer
	Oracle Certified Professional - Java SE Programmer
	Oracle Certified Master - Java SE Developer
	Oracle Certified Expert - NetBeans Integrated Development Environment Programmer
Java EE Developer	Oracle Certified Professional, Java EE  Business Component Developer
	Oracle Certified Professional, Java EE  Web Component Developer
	Oracle Certified Professional, Java EE  Web Services Developer
	Oracle Certified Expert, Java EE Enterprise JavaBeans Developer
	Oracle Certified Expert, Java EE Java Persistence API Developer
	Oracle Certified Expert, Java EE Web Services Developer
	Oracle Certified Expert, Java EE Web Component Developer
Java ME Developer	Oracle Certified Professional, Java ME Mobile Application Developer
Java Architect	Oracle Certified Master, Java EE Enterprise Architect
Application Developer	Oracle PL/SQL Developer Certified Associate
	Oracle Advanced PL/SQL Developer Certified Professional
	Oracle Forms Developer Certified Professional
	Oracle Certified Professional, MySQL Developer
	Oracle Certified Professional, Oracle Fusion Middleware 11g Forms Developer
	Oracle Application Express Developer Certified Expert
	Oracle Database SQL Certified Expert
	PeopleTools Advanced Developer Certified Expert
	PeopleTools Application Developer Certified Expert
	Hyperion Essbase Developer Certified Expert
Application Administrator	Hyperion BI Administrator Certified Expert
	Hyperion Financial Management Administrator Certified Expert
	Hyperion Planning Administrator Certified Expert
Functional Implementer	Oracle E-Business Suite Financial Management Certified Implementation Specialist: Oracle General Ledger
	Oracle E-Business Suite Financial Management Certified Implementation Specialist: Oracle Payables
	Oracle E-Business Suite Financial Management Certified Implementation Specialist: Oracle Receivables
	Oracle E-Business Suite Supply Chain Certified Implementation Specialist: Oracle Inventory
	Oracle E-Business Suite Supply Chain Certified Implementation Specialist: Oracle Order Management
	Oracle E-Business Suite Supply Chain Certified Implementation Specialist: Oracle Purchasing
	Oracle E-Business Suite Advanced Supply Chain Planning Consultant Certified Expert
	Oracle E-Business Suite Human Capital Management Certified Implementation Specialist
	Oracle E-Business Suite Financials Certified Expert Consultant: Receivables
	Oracle E-Business Suite Supply Chain Certified Expert Consultant: Order Management
	Oracle E-Business Suite Supply Chain Certified Expert Consultant: Purchasing
	Oracle E-Business Suite Financials Certified Expert Consultant: Payables
	PeopleSoft General Ledger Consultant Certified Expert
	PeopleSoft Human Resources Consultant Certified Expert
	PeopleSoft Financial Management: Payables Certified Implementation Specialist
	PeopleSoft Financial Management: Receivables Certified Implementation Specialist
	Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management Certified Implementation Specialist
	Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management Certified Implementation Specialist
	Primavera Contract Management Certified Implementation Specialist
	Siebel Consultant Certified Expert
	Oracle Certified Expert - Siebel CRM Business Analyst
	Oracle CRM On Demand Certified Implementation Specialist
	JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Financial Management Certified Implementation Specialist
	JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Manufacturing Certified Implementation Specialist
	JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Projects Certified Implementation Specialist
	Oracle Fusion Human Capital Management Human Resources Certified Implementation Specialist
	Oracle Fusion Human Capital Management Talent Management Certified Implementation Specialist
	Oracle Fusion Financials Accounts Receivable Certified Implementation Specialist
	Oracle Fusion Customer Relationship Management Sales Certified Implementation Specialist
	Agile Product Lifecycle Management Certified Implementation Specialist

Source: http://education.oracle.com and Google Images

For information on certifications offered by CompTIA, please visit my blogpost

http://www.careernurturer.com/2012/07/information-technology-certifications.html

For information on certifications offered by Cisco, please visit my blogpost

http://www.careernurturer.com/2012/09/top-information-technology-it.html

Best Wishes,

Farzad Minoo Damania

Career Counsellor and Corporate Trainer
Career Nurturer

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Important Tips for Resume Writing - Newspaper Article by Farzad Minoo Damania on Parsi Times

Hi Friends,

Check out my article on Parsi Times Newspaper dated 8^th December 2012, on Important Tips for Resume Writing.

Article Title: Important Tips for Resume Writing
Article Date: 8^th December, 2012
Article on: Parsi Times Newspaper
Article Author: Farzad Minoo Damania

For all your career queries, reach out to me on farzad.damania@gmail.com or 9833971773

You can read the entire transcript of my article below:

Resume is one of the key necessary elements required during job search. Many people get overwhelmed and frustrated when asked to write their resume. Here are some key points that will help you to successfully prepare a compelling and forceful resume.

Font Type and Size:

Use a basic font type such as Arial, Times New Roman, Calibri, or Verdana.  Font size of 11 points or 12 points is easy to read. Capital letters, and features such as Bold, Italic and Underline should be used sparingly. 

Bullet Points:

Employers don’t have the time and patience to read long paragraphs of information. Thus, writing your resume in a bulleted format will enable the manager to scan your resume quickly. Bulleted job descriptions are faster to read than long paragraphs.

Contact Information:

Make sure that your contact details are clearly listed on your resume. If you have more than one pages of resume, then it would be a good idea to display your name and contact details on all the pages.  Contact information should include your full name, address, zip code, mobile number, home phone number, and email address.

Length of Resume:

Most employers and recruiters prefer a resume that is one to two pages in length. The shorter your resume, the better.

Action Verbs:

Action verbs help in clearly communicating your achievements, accomplishments and skills. Positive action verbs or power verbs make your achievements sound even more impressive. Few action verbs are: accomplished, administered, managed, enforced, lead, analyzed, rectified, formulated, illustrated, and many more.

Resume Format:

Depending on your skills, work history and job requirements, choose the best resume format. You may choose a chronological, a targeted, a functional, or a combination resume.

Keywords:

Your resume should be tailored as per the job description.  The easiest way to find keywords for your profile is to use a job search engine (such as Naukri, Monster, etc.) and search for job listings. This will make your resume match the given requirements, and will increase your chance of getting an interview call.

Customizing the Resume:

This is a time consuming process, but it is worth the time and effort. Writing a targeted resume will highlight the skill and knowledge you have that is pertinent to the job you are applying for. Edit your resume according to the job description. Take the keywords that appear in the job posting and add them in your resume.

Prioritizing Content:

Prioritizing the content of your resume is very crucial. Make sure that you list the most relevant and important work experience first. Put yourself in the employer’s position, and decide whether the information in your resume makes you a worthwhile candidate for the given job post.

Resume Objective:

Objective is the first thing on your resume after your contact details. A good objective can convince the hiring manager, that you know what you want to do and achieve. If you are applying for a specific position in a company, your resume objective should match up with the position you are applying for.

Statement Length & Language:

A resume must consist of short and crisp statements. These statements do not necessarily have to be complete sentences. Also, use plain and simple English. Avoid usage of jargons and keep away from normalizations (i.e. nouns that are built around verbs to make a bulky statement). Example: “Provided support in the facilitation of ....” can be replaced by “Helped facilitate ....”

Pronouns:

Your resume should not contain pronouns such as “I” and “Me”.  Resume writing is a form of business writing, and thus use of pronouns should be avoided.

Name Prefix:

If you have a gender neutral name such as Kiran, Viral, Ashwini, etc., make sure you include prefix (Mr. /Ms. /Mrs.), so that the employer will not get confused about your gender.

Accomplishments versus Responsibilities:

Avoid using expressions like “Responsibilities included”, “Duties included” or “Responsible for” in your resume. Describing your professional achievements and accomplishments are more important than listing your roles and responsibilities.

Use of Facts and Figures:

Employers like the numerical facts. Using numbers, percentages, and figures, help in making your abilities and accomplishments more remarkable. Example: Instead of saying “Increased annual revenue of my department”, you can say “Increased annual revenue of my department by ` 1.5 cr.”

Use of professional Email Address:

A silly email address can make the employer think that you are not serious in your job. Avoid using unprofessional email addresses, such as cooldude@xyz.com, partygirl@xyz.com, crazyforbeer@xyz.com. Use email addresses that contain your name.

Usage of White Space:

White Space is the blank area of your resume page where text is not printed. Make your resume clutter free. Avoid using unnecessary dates, parentheses, articles (a, an, the), and statements such as “References: Available upon request”.

Proofreading and Second Opinion:

Before sending your resume to the employer, proofread your resume. Spelling mistakes, punctuation errors, and grammar mistakes create a negative impression. Also, have a friend or two read your resume to provide second opinion.

Professional Help:

If you are having trouble writing your resume, then you may reach out for professional help. Professional resume writing and editing services can help you craft your resume from scratch.

Your feedback is highly appreciated.

Best Regards,
Farzad Minoo Damania
Career Counsellor & Corporate Trainer
Career Nurturer
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NIFT Admission 2013

National Institute for Fashion Technology (NIFT) is an esteemed institute offering design, technology and management courses at graduate and post graduate level. All eligible candidates will have to appear for a written entrance examination at the Examination Centres opted by them. NIFT entrance test is designed to test the knowledge, skill and aptitude of the candidates for the programme opted.

Courses offered at NIFT: 

• Bachelor Programmes – Design (4 years)

• B.Des. (Fashion Design)
• B.Des. (Leather Design)
• B.Des. (Accessory Design)
• B.Des. (Textile Design)
• B.Des. (Knitwear Design)
• B.Des. (Fashion Communication)

• Bachelor Programme – Technology (4 years)

• B.FTech. (Apparel Production)

•  Masters Programme

• M.Des. (Master of Design)
• M.F.M. (Master of Fashion Management)
• M.FTech. (Master of Fashion Technology)

NIFT - Number of Seats 2013

Admission Calendar for NIFT 2013:

• Application Forms (Online) Available during : 6^th Nov 2012 to 14^th Jan 2013
• Last date of Submission of Application: 14^th Jan 2013
• Paper based test (PBT) Entrance Examination: 10^th Feb 2013 (For all courses)
• Computer Based TEST (CBT) Entrance Examination: 6^th April 2013 & 7^th April 2013 (For admission to B.F.Tech, M.F.Tech and MFM)
• Entrance Examination Result Date: 15^th April 2013
• Situation Test / Group Discussion / Interviews:  April 2013 to May 2013
• Declaration of Final Results:  End of May 2013 or June 2013
• Counselling Process:  June 2013 to July 2013 (Exact Dates will be provided on NIFT Website)

Sources: 

1.) NIFT Website - http://www.nift.ac.in 

2.) Google Images

For Detailed Information on NIFT Entrance Examination, please refer to my blog post below:

http://www.farzadminoodamania.blogspot.com/2012/10/nift-entrance-examination.html  

For List of Top Colleges for Fashion Designing, please refer to my blog post below:
http://farzadminoodamania.blogspot.in/2012/11/top-colleges-for-fashion-designing.html

Best Wishes,

Farzad Minoo Damania

Career Counsellor & Corporate Trainer