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New Microsoft Certification Framework

Microsoft generation of certifications are based on a new certification framework that takes into account extensive customer research and encompasses a number of benefits for both individuals and organisations. Including:

  • Shorter Certification Paths
  • The new generations of certification are more cost-effective by providing shorter certification paths to specific job roles
  • Distinct certifications offer greater relevancy
  • Targeted credentials provide more differentiation
  • Easier to understand qualifications

The new framework is based around the MCP program which is the industry leader in certification and on the forefront of testing methodology. Our exams and corresponding certifications are developed to validate your mastery of critical competencies as you design and develop or implement and support solutions with Microsoft products and technologies.

Computer professionals who become Microsoft Certified Professionals are recognised as experts and are sought after industry-wide.

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The new track offers the following certifications:

Architect Series

Business IT Skills
Proven ability to deliver business solutions.

Validates the skills required to successfully impact business IT.

These include:
technical breadth, technical depth, communication, strategy, organisational politics, process and leadership.

Attributes
Rigorous entry process
Work closely with mentor
Focus on either Infrastructure or Solutions
Culminates in oral review board

Professional Series

Professional Skills
Proven ability to perform on the job

Validates specific job role skills outside of core technology such as operational processes and procedures and analysing business problems

Attributes
Focus on single job role
Prerequisite Technology Specialist credential
May incorporate environment
1-3 exams
Recertification required every 2-3 years

Technology Series

Core Technical Skills
Proven Skills on Microsoft Technologies

Validates core technology and/or product and implementation skills

Attributes
Focus on single technology
Does not include any job role skills
1-3 exams
Certification expires when product support expires

Microsoft Certified Professional Program

The program offers eight certifications, based on specific areas of technical expertise:

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer MCSEs are qualified to effectively plan, implement, maintain, and support information systems in a wide range of computing environments with Microsoft® Windows NT® Server and the Microsoft BackOffice™ integrated family of server products.
View MCSE Track and Course Outlines

Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator MCSA's are qualified to implement, manage and troubleshoot the ongoing needs of Microsoft Windows 2000 - based operating environments, including Windows .Net Server.
View MCSA Track and Course Outlines

Microsoft Certified Solution Developer.MCSDs are qualified to design and develop custom business solutions with Microsoft development tools, technologies, and platforms, including Microsoft Office and Microsoft BackOffice.
View MCSD Track and Course Outlines

Microsoft Certified Solution Developer .NETMCSD.Net's are qualified to design and develop leading-edge enterprise solutions with Microsoft development tools, technologies, platforms and the Microsoft .Net Framework.
View MCSD.NET Track

Microsoft Certified Application Developer MCAD's demonstrate in-depth knowledge of their developer skills. This is a new qualification from Microsoft, with the exams currently under development.
View MCAD Track

Microsoft Certified Database Administrator MCDBA's demonstrate in-depth knowledge of how to implement and administer Microsoft SQL Server™ databases. The certification is appropriate for individuals who derive physical database designs, develop logical data models, create physical databases, create data services by using Transact-SQL, manage and maintain databases, configure and manage security, monitor and optimize databases, and install and configure SQL Server.
View MCDBA Track

Microsoft Certified Product Specialist MCPSs demonstrate in-depth knowledge of at least one Microsoft operating system. Candidates may pass additional Microsoft certification exams to further qualify their skills with Microsoft BackOffice products, development tools, or desktop applications.

Microsoft Certified Trainer MCTs are instructionally and technically qualified by Microsoft to deliver Microsoft Official Curriculum through Microsoft Solution Provider Authorised Technical Education Centers (ATECs) and Authorised Academic Training Program institutions (AATPs).

Who should become a Microsoft Certified Professional?

Anyone who must demonstrate technical expertise with Microsoft products should consider the program, including systems engineers, professional developers, support technicians, system and network administrators, consultants, and trainers.

What are the benefits of becoming a Microsoft Certified Professional?

The Microsoft Certified Professional program offers a number of immediate and long-term benefits, including the following:

Recognition. Microsoft Certified Professionals are instantly recognised as experts with the technical knowledge and skills needed to design and develop or implement and support solutions with Microsoft products. Microsoft helps build this recognition by promoting the expertise of Microsoft Certified Professionals within the industry and to customers and potential clients.

Access to technical information. Microsoft Certified Professionals gain access to technical information directly from Microsoft. Depending on the certification, Microsoft Certified Professionals also receive a prepaid trial membership to the Microsoft TechNet Technical Information Network, or a discount for the Microsoft Developer Network; are entitled to free incidents with Microsoft Product Support Services; and are eligible to participate in the Microsoft Beta Evaluation program.

Global community. Microsoft Certified Professionals join a worldwide community of technical professionals who have validated their expertise with Microsoft products. Microsoft Certified Professionals are brought together through a dedicated forum on MSNO, The Microsoft Network; receive a free subscription to Microsoft Certified Professional Magazine, a career and professional development magazine created especially for Microsoft Certified Professionals; and, depending on their certification, are eligible to join the Network Professional Association, a worldwide association of computer professionals.

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