Scholarship or work?
 

Hello.
I'm in a tight decision making situation and I really need help.
I've graduated in July 2008 and I've been unable to find work until now, my major is telecom engineering.
I'm an Egyptian resident, this month I've got a job offer in the UAE for a fiber optic project with a technician title (which I don't think is good) on the other hand, I have a chance to get a governmental scholarship here in Egypt, the scholarship is in a practical school that prepares fresh graduates with trainings and tools to be able to compete in the market, moreover.. this diploma can then be continued as a master of science.
My questions are.
Is it normal for a B.Sc. in engineering holder to work with a technician title?
Shall I go for more education while having an opportunity to get hired?
Forgot to mention, scholarship demands me to be free as it is full time study.
Thank you in advance.

Re: Scholarship or work?
 

What is wrong with being a technician? After all, what managerial qualifications do you have?

Re: Scholarship or work?
 

According to my knowledge, technicians do not hold a B.Sc. in engineering? so I was asking if it is normal to work as a technician or will that be a downgrade to me?
I've a TQM certificate and half way to get my MBA from Edinburgh business school, but if I pick the scholarship option I will have to postpone the next semester.

Re: Scholarship or work?
 

Nice one Shadya.... tittles are just that, what matters is the extent of the package they are offering. Would it matter more if you were called ...... Focus on what matters fella, u are only starting out.

Re: Scholarship or work?
 

Just to get it straight though, are you an Egyptian resident or citizen?

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Get what straight? I'm an Egyptian resident with dual nationalities that I've got from my parents as they have different origins. and I believe that has nothing to do with my question :o

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A bit of a tone there for someone asking for opinions and advice. Why did u mention it then in your little preamble, coz there is a distinction between resident and citizen so some people are curios and what to be sure. Thats the nature of the forum asking questions... if u dont mind

Re: Scholarship or work?
 

I'm new here and I was just seeking some opinions from people who are more experienced than me :)

Re: Scholarship or work?
 

I am a Telecomms Eng, but my view for what is is worth, is get some "hands on" work experience under your belt, and on your CV. I wouldn't worry what they called you, could be a lot worse!

Re: Scholarship or work?
 

Thanks, I appreciate your response :)

Re: Scholarship or work?
 

In Dubai it unfortunately does matter if you are British or Egyptian. But whatever.