HI,

I've done my B Tech (mech) in 2004 from one of the reputed colleged of India (REC), & my academic record throughout has been excellent. I was placed through Campus in a good company & was posted in the marketing division. I decided to change the field, & so I quit the job in April, 2007, after which I did a certification course in Data Warehousing & Business Intelligence Tools (Cognos 8, OWB 10g, SQL Server 2005 BI Suit).

Now, as I prepare to apply to companies, I have a few doubts.

1. Will I be considered a fresher? Will I at least get interview calls? What approach should I take for my job search?

2. I spent a few months (close to 5) in acquiring the indicated skills, & this reflects as a GAP in my career. Will this affect me adversely? How should I tackel it?

3. My academic record, & Extra-curricular ativities record have been excellent. Will that be a plus point to me?