SAP Career Guidance

Hi SAP Seniors/Experts,
This has reference to SAP Career Guidance.
Let me brief you, I m student of Victoria University and pursuing Master of Business in ERP at Singapore. In this course they are covering 7 modules of SAP which would be overall view of SAP system.
I found that each module demands in depth research wherein the university is going to provide general views on each module.
I would like to have your advice on SAP career journey. I do understood that i need to gain mastery in any one module to start employment with any organization. As such you seniors have vast experience in SAP, would you pl. advise me which module should pick up to gain in-depth knowledge looking towards to future demand. I m likely to finish Master of Business in ERP by Jan 2009.
Seeking your guidance.
Sincerely,
Devang Nandha
"Together, Transform Business Process by leveraging Information Technology to Grow and Excel in Business".

Dear Devang Nandha,
A very relevant question.
I feel that you should gain good knowledge in one of the modules. Please do not select the module based on the popularity. Select the module based on your work expereince and your interest. Trust me there is enough in any module to learn and to contribute.
Devang, you are in a very good position as you have the choice of selecting the module. Make the most of this opportunity. For any specific query, please let me know.
Welcome to SAP world and best of luck for your future endeavors.
Regards,
Rakesh

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