10-03-2011, 02:37 PM
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<br />DxB.Raf, Thanks for your detailed reply
I have prepared the RAP for BSC & going to submit it this season & most probably will get the BSC degree in March. Can writing âAwaiting for result / Result expected xx/xxxxâ on CV would improve the chances of getting shortlisted?
As you assumed, I really have detailed exposure of nearly all accounting functions.
Further, my reasons for leaving the country arenât just financial; there are some other serious issues that are forcing me to leave.
By reading your analysis, I understand that without having a bachelor degree my chances of getting a good job are low. But, do you think that I can be considered for some entry level positions in industry / audit firm. & if this will be the case, then what may be the minimum salary? & will I be able to afford my living expenses in that Salary?
Many thanks & best wishes
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Your chances of getting a job is lowered but not finished in the absence of a bachelors degree.
Yes, having "awaiting results" status is better than having nothing. If, you can wait till the final results, you should. You will spend lots of money to visit. It is better you load up as much as you can before moving. It would be a shame to look for entry level jobs after 3 years.
You will have to start from entry level if you switch to firms. I would still prefer industry. More scope and better chances of getting jobs. There are total 35 accoutnancy firms operating in UAE in addition to around 35 Consulting firms giving advisory services like internal audit, SOX etc. I don't need to tell you about industries. The numbers run in 1000s.
You should be looking at atleast 2 levels more than entry level. You can secure a job of minimum 8k per month. Medical and annual 30 days paid leaves with air ticket of course by law. Assuming your lack of degree doesn't come in your way.
Trust me it is a very good salary to start with. You could save upto 4k per month if you want. Actually you could save anything in UAE. Almost every expense here has variations. You can do your meals in 500 or 700 or 1500 a month, it all depends on your habbits. Even the 500 per month meal is 10 times better than the eat outs we get in Pakistan. Similarly you can save in accomodation by living in Sharjah after you get your own car of course. Fuel is cheap. I fill up my car in 60 and go 350 KM. That is my full 5 working days fuel. Calling is very very cheap almost negligible. Electricity bill goes around 300 per month AC included. Internet starts with 200 pe month. You do around 300 grocery and your pentry would be full for the whole month including household items. You might not even buy anything for the next month.
One off expenses, You can get your Blackberry in like 1.5k with 6 months of free unlimited net. A nice new laptop for around 1500. Cars are cheap, you can get a 2005 lacner for 14k 2007 for 18k. 2004 Civic for around 15k. Car is not an issue. You save up like crazy for 3-4 months and you get it in cash. If you are gona lease, most nice 2011 models are from 1500-2200 per month with minimum to no down payment.
So, if you live a LAVISH life with fun on weekends like movies, waterparks, fine dining, long drives, safaris or clubs, you could spend max 5-6k a month on yourself. A normal Pakistani lifestyle costs less than 3-4k. Nothing hurts your pocket here and you totally incharge of your money unlike Pakistan.
There will be no saving during the settling down period which is normally the first 4-5 months. During this period you will be looking for the perfect accomodation, travelling through metros and taxis, doing your driving license and lots of other things. After that its all good.
<br />DxB.Raf, Thanks for your detailed reply
I have prepared the RAP for BSC & going to submit it this season & most probably will get the BSC degree in March. Can writing âAwaiting for result / Result expected xx/xxxxâ on CV would improve the chances of getting shortlisted?
As you assumed, I really have detailed exposure of nearly all accounting functions.
Further, my reasons for leaving the country arenât just financial; there are some other serious issues that are forcing me to leave.
By reading your analysis, I understand that without having a bachelor degree my chances of getting a good job are low. But, do you think that I can be considered for some entry level positions in industry / audit firm. & if this will be the case, then what may be the minimum salary? & will I be able to afford my living expenses in that Salary?
Many thanks & best wishes
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Your chances of getting a job is lowered but not finished in the absence of a bachelors degree.
Yes, having "awaiting results" status is better than having nothing. If, you can wait till the final results, you should. You will spend lots of money to visit. It is better you load up as much as you can before moving. It would be a shame to look for entry level jobs after 3 years.
You will have to start from entry level if you switch to firms. I would still prefer industry. More scope and better chances of getting jobs. There are total 35 accoutnancy firms operating in UAE in addition to around 35 Consulting firms giving advisory services like internal audit, SOX etc. I don't need to tell you about industries. The numbers run in 1000s.
You should be looking at atleast 2 levels more than entry level. You can secure a job of minimum 8k per month. Medical and annual 30 days paid leaves with air ticket of course by law. Assuming your lack of degree doesn't come in your way.
Trust me it is a very good salary to start with. You could save upto 4k per month if you want. Actually you could save anything in UAE. Almost every expense here has variations. You can do your meals in 500 or 700 or 1500 a month, it all depends on your habbits. Even the 500 per month meal is 10 times better than the eat outs we get in Pakistan. Similarly you can save in accomodation by living in Sharjah after you get your own car of course. Fuel is cheap. I fill up my car in 60 and go 350 KM. That is my full 5 working days fuel. Calling is very very cheap almost negligible. Electricity bill goes around 300 per month AC included. Internet starts with 200 pe month. You do around 300 grocery and your pentry would be full for the whole month including household items. You might not even buy anything for the next month.
One off expenses, You can get your Blackberry in like 1.5k with 6 months of free unlimited net. A nice new laptop for around 1500. Cars are cheap, you can get a 2005 lacner for 14k 2007 for 18k. 2004 Civic for around 15k. Car is not an issue. You save up like crazy for 3-4 months and you get it in cash. If you are gona lease, most nice 2011 models are from 1500-2200 per month with minimum to no down payment.
So, if you live a LAVISH life with fun on weekends like movies, waterparks, fine dining, long drives, safaris or clubs, you could spend max 5-6k a month on yourself. A normal Pakistani lifestyle costs less than 3-4k. Nothing hurts your pocket here and you totally incharge of your money unlike Pakistan.
There will be no saving during the settling down period which is normally the first 4-5 months. During this period you will be looking for the perfect accomodation, travelling through metros and taxis, doing your driving license and lots of other things. After that its all good.
