Top 10 Highest Paying Computer/ IT Courses

Number 10 : CCNP : Cisco Certified Network Professional :

Requirements : Cisco CCNA Routing and Switching Certifications.

At number 10 we have Cisco Certified Network Professional [CCNP] Certification, Though being the most popular choice of college students, It is not the highest paying certification in our list. If you want to be in a network technician, support engineer, systems engineer or network engineer The CCNP certification is for you.

Certification Exam Cost : 300 $

Average Salary : 80,750 $

Number 9 : MCITP : Database Administrator :

Requirements : Pass the Microsoft Certified Technical Specialist certification in SQL Server 2008.

Running on number 9, we have Microsoft Certified IT Professional [MCITP] Certification, To do this, you have to take exam 70-432 and 70-450, The MCITP certification validates that the IT professional is capable of deploying, building, designing, optimizing, and operating technologies for a particular job role. MCITP certifications builds on the technical proficiency .measured in the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certifications.

Certification Exam Cost : 80$ Per Paper.

Average Salary : 90,200 $.

Number 8 : ITIL V3 Certification :

Requirements :

ITIL stands for: Information Technology Infrastructure Library. It is useful for people who's organization has ITIL Framework. This certification exam gives you knowledge of Service Strategy, Service Design, Service Transition, Service Operation and Continual Service Improvement.

Certification Exam Cost : 150 $.

Average Salary : 91,000 $

Number 7 : VCP Certification :

Requirements : Coaching From a VCP Certified Centre : 2400 $

In this world where virtualization is taking a major role, VMware is one of the leading vendors of virtualization products and earning a VMware certification is the first step toward gaining industry-recognized expertise in virtual infrastructure. Earning the VCP certification demonstrates that you can successfully install, deploy, scale, and manage VMware vSphere environments. The people with VMware knowledge are in very high demand but the course cost is too much, that's why it has landed on our 7th spot.

Certification Exam Cost : 175 $ + 2400 $ Coaching Classes.

Average Salary : 93,000 $

Number 6 : MCAD : Microsoft Certified Application Developer :

Requirements : None.

Good at developing applications ? Then the Microsoft Certified Application Developer [MCAD] Certification is for you. Running at position 6, MCAD Certification tells the world that you are ready to deploy powerful applications using Microsoft Visual Studio .NET and Web services. The Responsibilities include implementing requirements, developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining department-level applications components, Web or desktop clients, or back-end data services by using Microsoft tools and technologies.

Certification Exam Cost : 500-600 $, 3 Exams Each of 125 $ and 2 MS prep kits.

Average Salary : 94,000 $

Number 5 : CCDA: Cisco Certified Design Associate :

The Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA) tells your employer that you have a strong foundation and apprentice knowledge of network design for Cisco converged networks. A CCDA certification is for network design engineers, technicians, and support engineers, who enable efficient network environments. This certification will help you in giving a better knowledge of LAN, WAN, and broadband access for businesses and organizations.

What is the difference between CCNA and CCDA ?
The job roles between a CCNA and CCDA are different. The CCNA is a configuration and troubleshooting exam. The CCDA indicates a foundation knowledge of network design for the Cisco converged network. CCDA certified professionals can design routed and switched network infrastructures and services involving LAN, WAN, and broadband access for businesses and organizations. Also CCDA pays a lot better !

Certification Exam Cost : 150 $

Average Salary : 95,000 $

Number 4 : MCDBA: Microsoft Certified Database Administrator :

The Microsoft Certified Database Administrator credential provides database professionals with an opportunity to showcase their SQL Server skills. If you'd like to prove your prowess to a prospective employer, take a step up the career ladder in your current job, or simply earn a nice certificate to hang on the wall, the MCDBA credential may be a great step for you. The main reason It is on our 4 position is because the MCDBA certification has a great demand in the market.

Certification Exam Cost : 450 $

Average Salary : 96,000 $

Number 3 : Certified Information Systems Security Professional :

Requirements : To gain CISSP certification, you need to have five years of Infosec experience (or four years and a degree) and endorsement from another CISSP, plus you have to score at least 70 percent on a 250-question multiple-choice test. Also a clean history (no criminal records0.

Running at number 3, We have Certified Information Systems Security Professional [CISSP] Certification, A must have certification degree for computer security specialist, The CISSP is one of the most recognized degree in the world. But getting this degree is a lot of trouble, If you think you want to avoid it, There are some alternatives to this degree like : CEH, CISA And OSCP. Actually a lot of people now consider having a CEH Degree instead of CISSP. But it doesn't pay as much as CISSP.

Certification Exam Cost : 550 $ + 85 $ Per year Maintenance Fee.

Average Salary : 100,000 $.

Number 2 : PMI Certified Associate in Project Management :

Requirements : High School Diploma + 1,500 hours of project experience.

Certification Exam Cost : 300 $

Average Salary : 101,105 $.

Number 1 : PMI Project Management Professional :

Requirements : 4,500 hours leading and directing projects and 35 hours of project management education.

On position 1, The Project Management Professional Certification by Project Management Institute is recognized as the most important certification for project managers. It is globally acknowledged, in heavy demand, and highly sought after by corporations and individuals alike. A Project Management Professional designation demonstrates that you have not only the experience but also the education to successfully lead and direct projects. That means once you have got the PMP Certification, you'll be playing in money, Just like a PIMP.

Certification Exam Cost : For PMI Member : 250 $, For Non PMI Member : 400 $

Average Salary : 110,750 $