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Does anyone here understand all the different MS certifications?

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    Does anyone here understand all the different MS certifications?

    MCTS
    Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certifications enable professionals to target specific technologies and to distinguish themselves by demonstrating in-depth knowledge and expertise in Microsoft specialized technologies.

    MCITP
    Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) certifications demonstrate comprehensive skills in planning, deploying, supporting, maintaining, and optimizing IT infrastructures.

    MCPD
    Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD) certifications demonstrate comprehensive skills in designing, developing, and deploying applications for a particular job role. These certifications show that you have the skills required to perform the job successfully.

    Microsoft Certified Architect program
    The Microsoft Certified Architect program targets Solutions Architects and Infrastructure Architects who successfully apply frameworks and methodologies to create an architecture through the entire IT life cycle.

    Microsoft Certified Master program
    The Microsoft Certified Master program enables experienced IT professionals to demonstrate and validate their ability to successfully design and implement solutions that meet the most complex business requirements.

    MCDST
    A Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) demonstrates technical and customer service skills in troubleshooting hardware and software operation issues in Microsoft Windows environments.

    MCLC
    The Microsoft Certified Learning Consultant (MCLC) credential recognizes Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCTs) whose job roles have grown to include frequent consultative engagements with customers. These MCTs are experts in designing and delivering customized learning solutions.

    MCSA
    A Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) administers network and systems environments based on the Windows operating systems. Specializations include the MCSA: Messaging and the MCSA: Security.

    MCSE
    A Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) designs and implements an infrastructure solution that is based on the Windows operating system and Windows Server System software. Specializations include the MCSE: Messaging and the MCSE: Security.

    MCDBA
    A Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) designs, implements, and administers Microsoft SQL Server databases.

    MCT
    A Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) is a qualified instructor who is certified by Microsoft to deliver Microsoft training courses to IT professionals and developers.

    MCAD
    A Microsoft Certified Application Developer (MCAD) uses Microsoft technologies to develop and maintain department-level applications, components, Web or desktop clients, or back-end data services.

    MCSD
    A Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD) designs and develops leading-edge business solutions with Microsoft development tools, technologies, platforms, and the Windows operating system.

    Microsoft Certified Business Management Solutions Specialist
    A Microsoft Certified Business Management Solutions Specialist demonstrates proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics and related business products.

    Microsoft Certified Business Management Solutions Professional
    A Microsoft Certified Business Management Solutions Professional demonstrates professional proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics in one of three knowledge areas: applications, developer, or installation and configuration.

    MOS
    A Microsoft Office Specialist (Office Specialist) is globally recognized for demonstrating advanced skills in using Microsoft desktop software.

    MCAS
    A Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS) has advanced business skills with the 2007 Microsoft Office system and Windows Vista.

    MCAP
    A Microsoft Certified Application Professional (MCAP) demonstrates advanced cross-industry and cross-job role capabilities in using the 2007 Microsoft Office system and Microsoft Office SharePoint Server sites.



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    #2
    I understand that they can all be obtained in Bangalore with much cheapness and plenty quickness
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      #3
      Originally posted by DiscoStu View Post
      I understand that they can all be obtained in Bangalore with much cheapness and plenty quickness
      I think that MS stopped non-Indian citizens getting MS qualifications from Indian testing centres. Don't know why - it was a lot cheaper to do my Oracle ones out in India rather than doing them in the UK.
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        #4
        Just leave it to the dodgy Indian testing centres where anyone can have an "open-book" test.

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          #5
          I believe the M in each of those certifications stands for "Meaningless"?
          Is God willing to prevent evil, but not able? Then he is not omnipotent. Is he able, but not willing? Then he is malevolent. Is he both able and willing? Then whence cometh evil? Is he neither able nor willing? Then why call him God? - Epicurus

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            #6
            All the answers to the exam questions are on the web anyway. My 96% on the SQL Server 2005 Admin one was not entirely as a result of hard study.

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              #7
              Microsoft Certified Master program
              The Microsoft Certified Master program enables experienced IT professionals to demonstrate and validate their ability to successfully design and implement solutions that meet the most complex business requirements.


              Yep - thats the one for me - got it on me CV now - perfect.

              Money for old rope this IT game.

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                #8
                Originally posted by AlfredJPruffock View Post
                Microsoft Certified Master program
                The Microsoft Certified Master program enables experienced IT professionals to demonstrate and validate their ability to successfully design and implement solutions that meet the most complex business requirements.


                Yep - thats the one for me - got it on me CV now - perfect.

                Money for old rope this IT game.

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                  #9
                  Graphical user interfaces and icons caused the downfall of the pharaohs and the Nubians
                  "A people that elect corrupt politicians, imposters, thieves and traitors are not victims, but accomplices," George Orwell

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                    #10
                    Just stick the logos on your CV if you feel the need for the certs. Would anyone ever really ask to see the paper?

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