"Kimau" <kimau@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote...
> In this fast paced industry your always needing to keep up to speed.
>
> Currently I mostly just use the web resources such as gamasutra,
> gamedev and the like and purchase / burrow books on the industry. As
> well as the normal basement tinkering.
>
> I was wondering if anyone knows of any good services free or chargable
> that one can join/use to further skills while working a full-time job.
> Prefably ones that return some kind certification or proof of
> completion. I currently have a university degree so I'm looking for
> things to add on top of that. Due to the fact most european companies
> dont hold much regard for a South African degree.
I assume (reading between the lines) that your current full-time job is in
the game industry.
It isn't clear why further education, apparently solely for the purpose of
impressing others, is really necessary, given that you are already working
in the industry.
You didn't say why you think you need some kind of certificate, or what
major or discipline that certificate should be in.
So let me suggest two things, one that might not be helpful, and one that
might be, but note the previous disclaimers (I'm working in a semi-vacuum
here).
You could go for a Masters or Ph.D. in your field, or a field you're
interested in. I imagine these advanced degrees can be gotten while
working
a job, but I might be wrong. So my two suggestions are: online, and
brick-and-mortar campus. The problem with an online degree is that most
Planet Earth hirers might not hold much regard for it. Which leaves us
with
a brick-and-mortar campus. Would have to be one within daily commuting
distance from where you currently live.
Tom
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