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.

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. 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.

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.

MCSE on Windows Server 2003

Core exams: six required

Elective exams: one required