Microsoft Certified
Systems Administrator
on Windows Server 2003

The Microsoft^® Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) credential recognizes IT professionals who implement, manage, and maintain network and system environments based on the Microsoft Windows Server™ operating system. Whether you are new to the IT industry or a seasoned professional, you can pursue a training path and achieve MCSA certification with a focus on the latest technology—Microsoft Windows Server 2003.

MCSA meets industry needs.

Demand for qualified professionals who can perform the network administration job function has grown significantly, and the IT industry has indicated that a certification for this job function is needed. Studies show that systems and network administrators at IT companies have significant advancement opportunities—more than most other job categories.

The MCSA credential offers IT professionals a competitive edge in today’s constantly changing business environment. This Microsoft credential validates the specific skills required for the network and systems administrator job role. The certification provides employers with a means to identify those qualified individuals who have the appropriate skills to do the job successfully.

Demonstrate your specific expertise by earning a certification specialization.

To recognize those systems administrators whose job role focuses on managing, maintaining, and implementing server security, Microsoft offers the new MCSA: Security certification specialization. Systems administrators with expertise in the management of a Microsoft Exchange messaging infrastructure can pursue the new MCSA: Messaging certification specialization. For more information on these MCSA specializations, visit www.microsoft.com/mcsa.

Target audience:

IT professionals who manage and maintain networks and systems based on the Microsoft Windows Server operating system.

Typical job titles for MCSA:

• Network Administrator, Systems Administrator, Information Technology Engineer, Information Systems Administrator , Network Technician

Experience:

An MCSA candidate should have sufficient, hands-on experience with:

• Implementing, managing, and maintaining a desktop operating system
• Implementing, managing, and maintaining a network operating system
• Managing and maintaining a network infrastructure

MCSA on Windows Server 2003

Core exams: three required

Elective exams: one required