Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)

A Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) is someone who has passed exams about the Microsoft Windows NT operating system, related desktop systems, networking, and Microsoft's BackOffice server products. The MCSE program is the most popular of a set of training programs that Microsoft calls.

MCSE For Whom
MCSE is for individuals who plan, implement, and support business solutions with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft BackOffice. MCSE credential is the premier certification for professionals who analyse the business requirements for a system architecture, design solutions, deploy, install and configure architecture components, and troubleshoot system problems. In its curriculum students will learn how to implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate Microsoft® Windows® 2003. MCSE will be helpful for following professionals;

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  IT Professionals who need to upgrade their knowledge of Windows NT or 2000
  
• Individuals who have some form of solid IT experience and wish to prepare for advanced roles in the installation, configuration and administration of Microsoft Windows Servers
• Network Administrators and Managers
• Network/System Engineers
• IT/Network/System Analysts
• Technical Consultants
• Tech Support/Help Desk Technicians
• Security Analysts
• Email Administrators
• Windows System Administrators
• Microsoft Web Site Administrators/Webmasters

MCSE Benefits

• Industry recognition of your knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft products and technologies.
• Access to technical and product information directly from Microsoft through the MCP Member Site.
• Exclusive discounts on products and services from selected companies.
• Free access to Microsoft Certified Professional Magazine Online, a career and professional development magazine.

MCSE Exam
To earn your MCSE on Windows Server 2003 certification, you must pass seven exams:

• Four core exams on networking systems
• One core exam on client operating systems
• One core design exam
• One elective exam

Core exams on networking systems (all are required)

• Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment (70-290)
• Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure (70-291)
• Planning and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure (70-293)
• Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure (70-294)

Core exams on client operating system (choose one)

1. TS: Windows Vista, Configuring (70-620)
2. Installing, Configuring, and Administering Windows XP Professional (70-270)
3. Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional (70-210)

Core design exams (choose one)

1. Designing a Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure (70-297)
2. Designing Security for a Windows Server 2003 Network (70-298)

MCSE Exam Registration

MCSE (even all of the MCP exams) in the United States are administered by either Prometric or VUE. To take exams at any authorized Prometric testing center around the world, call Prometric at (800) 755-EXAM (755-3926). Outside the United States and Canada, contact your local Prometric Registration Center. To register online with Prometric, visit the Prometric Web site.. Register by telephone at any VUE location worldwide by calling the registration center nearest you. To register online with VUE, visit the VUE Web site. To register for exams in India, Click for Test Centers in India

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