Good morning Nairalanders,

I am quite appreciative of the kind gestures of all the members of this great forum. People spare their meaningful time just to drop by and make a comment, a contribution, etc. These contributions, take it or leave, go a long-way to make impacts on people's lives. Mucho gracias to everyone!

Now, to the topic of discussion... to the people that know, I'm stuck in choice between writing the CISA professional certification exam and the CFA.

I understand the two institutes governing these exams - the ISACA and the CFA institute. I know little of their fellowships and branch associations in the neighbourhood. I read about them.

What I really want to know is, what are the real benefits of having any of these Certs? preferrably from people who already have such or have friends/colleagues that have.
When I say "real", I mean, in terms of monetary gains. No need telling me to go for both, cos I'm really not a Certs kinda person... just need one that will pay off sooner and thicker.

For the tracks, I have a finance background - education and career. But I also have a knack for IT, atleast I am average in about 2, 3 programming languages, not to mention other lil IT skills.

So, hope these can guide your contributions/comments adequately.

Thanks.

What did you do?