Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)

Skill Level: Advanced                            Status: Active                           

Certification Summary:
For individuals who design and implement the infrastructure for business solutions based on the Microsoft Windows 2000 Server platform and Windows Server System. Candidates for the MCSE on Windows Server 2003 certification typically have at least one year of experience implementing and administering both network and client operating systems. They are knowledgeable about the planning, design, and implementation of Microsoft Windows server solutions and architectures in mid-sized to large companies.

Initial requirements:
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 and one elective exam. Exams are $125 each. If you have an MCSE credential on Microsoft Windows 2000 Server, you can transition your skills to Windows Server 2003 by taking two exams.

Continuing requirements:
The MCSE on Windows Server 2003 certification will not retire.

Low Cost: $875   High Cost: $0

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Certification: Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) (United States)

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Online resources:
MCSE 70-293 Practice Quiz
MCSE 70-294 Practice Quiz
MCSE 70-290 Practice Quiz
MCSE 70-291 Practice Quiz

A comprehensive MCSE 2003 training package covering exams 70-270, 70-290, 70-291, 70-293, 70-294, 70-297 & 70-228 is available from our partner CBT Nuggets, as is the MCSE 2003 Certification Package covering 70-270, 290, 291, 293, 294, 297, 431. Training for individual certification exams is also available via CD or online. Visit CBT Nuggets for a full list of training options.

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