Microsoft MCSE Certification: Introduction

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineers, MCSEs, design and implement an infrastructure for business solutions based on the Windows platform (2000) and Microsoft Servers System (2003). Both of these MCSE tracks include specializations in:

• Messaging
• Security

MCSE on Microsoft Windows 2000

This track is appropriate for IT professionals working in the typically complex computing environment of medium-to-large organizations. These professionals design and implement business infrastructures based on Windows 2000 platform.

MCSE on Windows Server 2003

Track for Windows Server 2003 includes all the functionalities of the Windows Server Operating System, such as security, reliability, availability, and scalability. Earning these Certifications validates your ability to make infrastructures more efficient, keep everyone productive, and deliver more applications. These tasks on the latest Microsoft server operating system demonstrate your expertise to employers, clients, and peers.

How to prepare for MCSE?

You have identified your goal and are ready to prepare yourself for this highly Specialized Microsoft Certification Exam. You want to score high, the course is large and the time is less. The question is:

• How to prepare fast and accurate?
• How to focus on important topics first, master them fast and retain what you've learnt?

Learn how to master the course and prepare scientifically with the help of MCSE Exam Preparation Guide.

Benefits of MCSE Certification

• MCSE Certifications are among the most specialized certifications available today.
• Microsoft Certifications give you industry recognition for your expertise in Microsoft products and technologies.
• Industry trend shows that with each certification there is an increase in the salary of certificate holders. Additionally, multiple certifications directly correlate to further increases.
• According to Fairfield Research survey on certified professionals, Microsoft Certifications give 12.6% salary increase.
• MCSE's reported average annual income is in the range $57,000 - $59,000 according to various surveys.
• MCSE coupled with certifications like Cisco CCNA gives you a further 4.17% increase.

MCSE through MCSA

MCSE is a higher-level Microsoft Certification as compared to MCSA. You may achieve MCSE 2003 via the route of MCSA 2003, as MCSA Certification provides you with a credential that represents a subset of skills required by the MCSE credentials.

MCSE 2003

MCSE on Windows Server 2003 is a high level specialized Microsoft Certification on Windows Server System.
Go for MCSE 2003 if:

• You plan, design, and implement Microsoft Windows server solutions and architectures in medium to large sized companies.
• You have at least one year of experience implementing and administering network operating systems and desktop operating systems.
• You have completed your MCSE or MCSA Certification in Windows 2000 or MCSA on Windows Server 2003, and want to take advantage of an upgrade path that will enable you to update your certification to Windows Server 2003 in a time-and-cost-effective manner.

MCSE 2000

The MCSE on Windows 2000 is a high level specialized Microsoft Certification on Windows platform.
Go for MCSE 2000 if:

• You are planning your immediate future focusing on Windows 2000 platform including both Server 2000 and Professional 2000 Operating Systems offered by Microsoft.
• You plan, design, and implement an infrastructure for business solutions based on the Windows 2000 platform in medium to large sized companies.