just wondering if i should invest some time in this as the emulator looks good and its free too.
Where did you get the idea that it's "free" ?
I'm sure BASCOM is a fine compiler, if you like BASIC and don't mind being stuck on windows. The Arduino forums are probably not a great place to talk about it, unless you have something like a tutorial on how to load BASCOM applications onto Arduino hardware.
I'd guess that being proficient in BASCOM AVR is about as useful on your resume as being proficient in Arduino. Neither one is particularly sought after in the "real" technical market (whatever that means.) Either one could be a great stepping stone to more desirable skills.