"Western says that "advanced aircraft" training will make us more marketable???"

It might make you more marketable to be an RJ F/O at 300 hours. That, and the RJ course.

If you were looking at a typical 135 freight job, I'd say you'll have serious problems transitioning to old skool. Just keep that in mind, and plan for it. Get some time in a six pack 172 after you fly a six pack sim.

"Western says that "advanced aircraft" training will make us more marketable???"

Be wary of big academy marketing statements. It's often hogwash.