Microsoft Certified Systems Engineers (MCSE Certification) for Windows Server 2003 design and implement infrastructure solutions based on the Windows platform and Microsoft Servers software. Certification specializations include MCSE: Messaging and MCSE: Security.
MCSE and Your Career
Holding an MCSE certification benefits your career in more ways than one. It proves your expertise in operating Microsoft products and your thorough knowledge of Microsoft technologies. Other benefits include:
- Access to technical and product information directly from Microsoft through the MCP Member Site.
- Exclusive discounts on products and services from selected companies.
- An MCSE logo, certificate, transcript, wallet card, and lapel pin to identify you as a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) to colleagues or clients.
- Invitations to Microsoft conferences, technical training sessions, and special events.
- Free access to Microsoft Certified Professional Magazine Online, a career and professional development magazine.
- A 50% off subscription to Windows & .NET Magazine, a leading source of independent, how-to information for IT professionals working on a Microsoft Windows platform.
Exam Objectives
7 exams: 6 Core exams (4 networking system exams, 1 client OS exam, 1 design exam) + 1 Elective Exam
- Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment
- Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
- Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
- Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure
- Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional
OR
Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional - Designing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure
OR
Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network
Most elective exams focus on specific Microsoft products. Some 3rd party certifications may be substituted for the elective exam.
