Types of Certification

Currently Microsoft offers seven types of certification, based on specific areas of expertise:

  • Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)— An MCP is qualified to implement a Microsoft product or technology as part of a business solution in an organization. Candidates can take elective exams to develop areas of specialization. MCP is the base level of expertise.

  • Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)— An MCSA is qualified to implement, manage, and troubleshoot existing network and system environments based on the Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows .NET Server platforms.

  • Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)— An MCSE is qualified to analyze business requirements and design and implement the infrastructure for ...

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