Microsoft Certified
Systems Engineer
on Windows Server 2003
 

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.

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.

Move ahead of the competition with quality, flexible learning solutions.

Comprehensive preparation tools such as Microsoft Official Courses, Microsoft Official Workshops, and Microsoft Press^® Self-Paced Training Kits have been designed to give you the detailed technical information you need. Microsoft Certified Partners for Learning Solutions deliver these Official Microsoft Learning Products as well as other consultative services to help you gain knowledge and apply your skills. Microsoft Skills Assessments evaluate whether you are ready to implement specific business solutions and provide you with recommended ways to increase your knowledge and skills.

Official Microsoft Learning Products and Microsoft Press books that will help you prepare for the certification exams are clearly outlined on the following page, so that you can be confident in your knowledge and skills prior to putting them to the test.

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. For more information, visit www.microsoft.com/mcse.

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