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> MICROSOFT CERTIFIED SYSTEMS ENGINEER - MSCE: ON WINDOWS SERVER 2003

Exams | Upgrade to MCSE | MCSE: Security | MCSE: Messaging

The Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) credential is the premier certification for professionals who can successfully design, plan, and implement a network infrastructure, Active Directory�based infrastructure, and client deployment on the Microsoft Windows Server 2003 platform. They also perform maintenance at a high level for a medium- to large-sized Windows Server 2003�based environment.

Technology that combines functionality, reliability, and seamless integration.
Windows Server 2003 is Microsoft�s most scalable, reliable, and high-performing server operating system to date, built to handle the most complex business applications. It is designed to simplify migration from previous versions of Windows, manage mission-critical data with enhanced security technology, and provide maximum server uptime for sophisticated business needs.

MCSE certification is the benchmark of success.
Professional certification designates you as a top-tier IT professional. When you follow the Windows Server 2003 learning path, you can strive to achieve the highest certification: MCSE on Windows Server 2003. You can earn the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) credential as you work toward achieving the MCSE certification. Investigate your short-term and long term plans and choose the exams that best meet your professional goals.

Demonstrate your specific expertise by earning a certification specialization.
To recognize those systems engineers whose job role focuses on implementing and maintaining server security, Microsoft offers the new MCSE: Security certification specialization. Systems engineers with expertise in the management of a Microsoft Exchange Server messaging infrastructure can pursue the new MCSE: Messaging certification specialization.

The value of MCSE certification to IT professionals:

Certification validates your ability to design a network and infrastructure based on the Active Directory service, as well as implement and administer a network and desktop operating system.
The MCSE credential enhances and distinguishes your professional status as a systems engineer.
Certification improves proficiency with Windows Server 2003 by raising awareness of time-saving product features and capabilities.

The value of MCSE certification to hiring managers and organizations:

Certification strengthens organizations by identifying top-quality talent that is proficient on Windows Server 2003.
MCSE-certified staff are better able to increase customer satisfaction and decrease support costs through improved service, productivity, and technical self-sufficiency.
Microsoft certifications serve as reliable benchmarks for hiring and promotions.

MCSE at a glance

Target audience:

IT professionals who analyze the business requirements and design, plan, and implement the infrastructure for business solutions based on the Microsoft Windows Server System integrated server software.

Typical job titles for MCSE:

Systems Engineer
Technical Support Engineer
Systems Analyst
Network Analyst
Technical Consultant

Experience:

MCSE candidates should have at least one year of experience planning, implementing, and analyzing business solutions with Microsoft products and technologies.

Exam requirements:

Six core exams and one elective exam.

Core Exams (5 required)	Core Networking exams (4 required)	Exam 70-290: Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment	Course 2273: Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment (5 days) OR Course 2274: Managing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment (5 days)
			Course 2275: Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment (3 days) OR Course 2208: Updating Support Skills from Microsoft Windows NT� 4.0 to Microsoft Windows Server 2003 (3 days)
		Exam 70-291: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure	Course 2276: Implementing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Hosts (2 days)
			Course 2277: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Services (5 days) OR Course 2208: Updating Support Skills from Microsoft Windows NT� 4.0 to Microsoft Windows Server 2003 (3 days)
		Exam 70-293: Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure	Course 2278: Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure (5 days)
		Exam 70-294: Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure	Course 2279: Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure (5 days)
	Core Client exams (1 required)	Exam 70-270: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows� XP Professional	Course 2285: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional (2 days) OR Course 2272: Implementing and Supporting Microsoft Windows XP Professional (5 days)
		Exam 70-210: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional	Course 2151: Microsoft Windows 2000 Network and Operating System Essentials (3 days)
			Course 2152: Implementing Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional and Server (5 days)
	Core Design exams (1 required)	Exam 70-297: Designing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure	Course 2282: Designing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure (5 days
		Exam 70-298: Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network	Course 2830: Designing Security for Microsoft Networks (3 days)
Elective Exams (1 required)	Exam 70-086: Implementing and Supporting Microsoft Systems Management Server 2.0		Course 828: Deploying and Supporting Microsoft Systems Management Server 2.0 (5 days)
			Course 827: Administering Microsoft Systems Management Server 2.0 (3 days)
	Exam 70-227:Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Internet Security and Acceleration (ISA) Server 2000, Enterprise Edition		Course 2159: Deploying and Managing Microsoft Internet Security and Acceleration Server 2000 (3 days)
	Exam 70-228: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft SQL Server� 2000 Enterprise Edition		Course 2072: Administering a Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Database (5 days)
	Exam 70-229: Designing and Implementing Databases with Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Enterprise Edition		Course 2073: Programming a Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Database (5 days)
			Course 2071: Querying Microsoft SQL Server 2000 with Transact-SQL (2 days)
	Exam 70-232: Implementing and Maintaining Highly Available Web Solutions with Microsoft Windows 2000 Server Technologies and Microsoft Application Center 2000		Course 2203: Deploying and Managing Microsoft Application Center 2000 (2 days)
	Exam 70-281: Planning, Deploying, and Managing an Enterprise Project Management Solution		Course 2732: Planning, Deploying, and Managing an Enterprise Project Management Solution (5 days)
	Exam 70-282: Designing, Deploying, and Managing a Network Solution for a Small- and Medium-Sized Business		Course 2395: Designing, Deploying, and Managing a Network Solution for the Small and Medium-Sized Business
	Exam 70-284: Implementing and Managing Microsoft Exchange Server 2003		Course 2400: Implementing and Managing Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 (5 days)
			Workshop 2011: Troubleshooting Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 (3 days)
	Exam 70-285: Designing a Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 Organization		Clinic 2008: Designing a Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 Organization (2 days)
	Exam 70-297: Designing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure		Course 2282: Designing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure (5 days)
	Exam 70-298: Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network		Course 2830: Designing Security for Microsoft Networks (3 days)
	Exam 70-299: Implementing and Administering Security in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network		Course 2823: Implementing and Administering Security in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network (5 days)
	Exam 70�301: Managing, Organizing, and Delivering IT Projects by Using Microsoft Solutions Framework 3.0		Course 1846: Microsoft Solutions Framework Essentials Course 2710: Analyzing Requirements and Defining Microsoft .NET Solution Architectures
	Exam SY0-101: CompTIA Security+⁷ certification		Course 2810: Fundamentals of Network Security (4 days)

As an alternative to the electives listed above, MCSA on Microsoft Windows 2000, MCSE on Microsoft Windows 2000, or MCSE on Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 may substitute for the MCSE elective requirement.

For complete details see www.microsoft.com/learning.

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