I, Shashi Prakash Agarwal had opted for MCAD for Microsoft .Net. My examination should be by the next 3-4 weeks. And hence, I am sharing with you all the advantages about MCP Programs.
The Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) program provides the best method to prove your command of current Microsoft products and technologies. Microsoft, an industry leader in certification, is on the forefront of testing methodology. Microsoft exams and corresponding certifications are developed to validate your mastery of critical competencies as you design and develop, or implement and support, solutions with Microsoft products and technologies. Computer professionals who become Microsoft certified are recognized as experts and are sought after industry-wide.
The Microsoft Certified Professional program offers multiple certifications based on specific areas of technical expertise including:
- Microsoft Certified Application Developer (MCAD) for Microsoft .Net Qualified to develop and maintain department-level applications, components, Web or Desktop Clients or back-end data services.
- Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD) Qualified to design and develop custom business solutions with Microsofft development tools, technologies and platforms and Microsoft Windows architecture.
- Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) Individuals who have demonstrated in-depth knowledge of at least one Microsoft Windows operating system or architechturally significant platform. An MCP is qualified to implement a Microsoft product or technology as part of a business solution for an organization.
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) on Microsoft Windows Qualified to effectively analyze the business requirements and design and implement the infrastructure for business solutions based on the Microsoft Windows platform and Microsoft .NET Enterprise Servers.
- Microsoft Certified Systems Administration (MCSA) on Microsoft Windows OS Individuals who implement, manage and troubleshoot existing network and system environments based on the Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows .NET Server operating systems.
- Microsoft Certified Database Administrator on Microsoft SQL Server Individuals who derive physical database designs, develop logical data models, create physical databases, create data services by using Transact-SQL, manage and maintain databases, configure and manage security, monitor and optimize databases, and install and configure Microsoft SQL Server.
- Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) Instructionally and technically qualified to deliver Microsoft Official Curriculum through a Microsoft Certified Technical Education Center (CTEC)
Microsoft Certification Benefits
Microsoft certification, one of most comprehensive certification programs available for assessing and maintaining software-related skills, is a valuable measure of an individual’s knowledge and expertise. Microsoft certification is awarded to individuals who have succesfully demonstrated their ability to perform specific tasks and implement solutions with Microsoft products. Not only does hit provide an objective measure for employers to consider, it also provides guidance for what an individual should know to be proficient. And as with any skills-assessment and benchmarking measure, certification brings a variety of benefits to the individual and to employers and organizations.
Microsoft Certification Benefits for Individuals
As a Microsoft Certified Professional, you receive many benefits:
- Industry recognition of your knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft products and technologies.
- A Microsoft Developer Network subscription. MCPs receive rebates or discounts on a one-year subscription to the Microsoft Developer Network ( www.msdn.microsoft.com/subscriptions/) during the first year of certification.
- Access to technical and product information direct from Microsoft through a secured area of the MCP Web site ( go to www.microsoft.com/traincert/mcp/mcpsecure.asp).
- Access to exclusive discounts on products and services from selected companies. Individuals who are currently certified can learn more about exclusive discounts by visiting the MCP secured Web Site ( go to www.microsoft.com/traincert/mcp/mcpsecure.asp/) and select the “Other Benefits” link.
- MCP logo, certificate, transcript, wallet card and lapel pin to identify you as a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) to colleagues and clients. Electronic files of logos and transcript can be dowloaded from the MCP Secured Web site ( go to www.microsoft.com/traincert/mcp/mcpsecure.asp/) upon certification.
- Invitations to Microsoft conferences, technical training sessions, and special events.
- Free access to Microsoft Certified Professional Magazine Online, a career and professional development magazine. Secured content on the Microsoft Certified Professional Magazine Online Web site includes the current issue (available only to MCPs), additional online-only content and columns, an MCP-only database and regular chats with Microsoft’s other technical experts.
- Discount on membership to PASS (For MCPs only), the Professional Association for SQL Server. In addition to playing a key role in the only worldwide user-run SQL Server user group endorsed by Microsoft, members enjoy unique access to a world of educational opportunities (go to www.microsoft.com/traincert/mcp/mcpsecure.asp/ ).
An Additional benefit is received by Microsoft Certified System Engineers- a 50 % rebate or discount off the estimated retail price of a one-year subscription to TechNet or TechNet Plus during the first year of certification.
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