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Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)

MCSA on Windows Server 2003 Certification Requirements
The strength of Windows Server 2003 in the market today indicates that demand for related IT expertise will continue for years to come. The best way to demonstrate your expert skills on Windows Server 2003—and to inspire confidence in a hiring manager, your team, and yourself—is by earning the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) credentials.
In addition, if you are certified on Windows Server 2003, you have an efficient path to the Windows Server 2008 certifications.
The MCSA certification verifies your knowledge in system administration of Microsoft Windows operating systems. MCSA certification can help advance your career by confirming that you have the skills necessary to successfully manage and troubleshoot system environments.

Audience Profile
Candidates for the MCSA on Windows Server 2003 certification typically have 6 to 12 months of experience administering client and network operating systems. They are knowledgeable about implementing, managing, and maintaining the typically complex computing environment of mid-sized to large companies.
Related job titles: systems administrator, network administrator, information systems administrator, network operations analyst, network technician, or technical support specialist

Core exams on networking systems (both are required) & Classroom Training
Exam 70-290: Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment
2274: Managing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment (five days)
2273: Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment (five days)
2275: Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment (three days)
Exam 70-291: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
2276: Implementing a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Hosts
2277: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Services

Core exams on client operating systems (choose one) & Classroom Training
Exam 70-620 TS: Windows Vista, Configuring
Course 5116: Configuring Windows Vista Mobile Computing and Applications (two days)
Course 5115: Installing and Configuring the Windows Vista Operating System (three days)
Exam 70-270: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Windows XP Professional
Course 2272: Implementing and Supporting Microsoft Windows XP Professional (five days)
Course 2285: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional (two days)
Exam 70-210: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
Course 2152: Implementing Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional and Server
Course 2153: Implementing a Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure
Course 2154: Implementing and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Directory Services