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Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) on Windows Server 2003

From £5,210

What is a MCSA?

The Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) credential is designed for professionals who implement, manage and troubleshoot existing network and system environments of medium- to large-sized companies.

The MCSA credential has been designed to include a subset of the MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer) credential's exams, and is focused specifically on the skills necessary to successfully manage and troubleshoot the ongoing needs of Windows Server 2003-based systems. The three MCSA Certifications are as follows:

Demand for the network administration job function has grown significantly, and candidates as well as the industry have indicated that a certification for this job function is needed.

The MCSA on Windows Server 2003 credential will benefit those with job titles such as systems administrator, network administrator, information systems administrator, network operations analyst, network technician, or technical support specialist. A MCSA on Windows Server 2003 candidate should have six to 12 months of experience administering client and network operating systems.

Professionals who are intending to use Windows Server 2008 should consider the new credentials:

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The Benefits of Using F1 to Certify

F1 Computing, a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, has been a training company for over 17 years and uses this expertise to ensure that its training clients have both the theoretical knowledge supplied by Microsoft Official Curriculum and the practical knowledge that its certified trainers can give.

F1 has two certification options, a 'training only' package and an 'all in' package.  The 'training only' option means that you only pay for the discounted certification training up-front; exams and practice tests (if required) will bear an additional cost.  The 'all in' option has everything in one discounted payment, meaning fewer purchase orders and business plans for your certification. For more details of what is included in each of the packages, please go here.

F1 knows that sometimes some of the material on a course is difficult to get to grips with. To help delegates pass MCP exams, F1 allows certification package delegates to re-sit any course if they feel it will help them pass their MCP.

Call F1 now on 0800 169 1890 for a detailed quotation customised to your specific requirements.

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How to Obtain a MCSA Certification

Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator

This is the premier certification for database server administrators. This certification demonstrates that you can keep up with your enterprise business solutions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

MCSA candidates must pass three core technology exams and one elective exam that provides a valid and reliable measure of technical proficiency and expertise in administering and supporting existing Windows 2000- and Windows Server 2003-based systems.

Required Exams (2)
Networking Systems		 70-290: Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment
70-291: Implementing, Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
Required Exam (1)
Client Operating System		 70-620: TS: Windows Vista, Configuring
Required Exam (1)
Elective		 70-680: TS: Windows 7, Configuring
NB. There are a number of elective exams you can choose as part of this certification; please call for details.
Courses 2273: Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment
2276: Implementing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Hosts
2277: Implementing, Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Services
5115: Installing, Configuring and Troubleshooting Windows Vista
6292:  Installing and Configuring Windows 7 Client
Classroom Days 18
PDF of Route 10 Pages
YOU PAY £5,210    TRAINING ONLY
£5,720    ALL IN PACKAGE

Many other routes are available to suit your specific requirements. Please call 0800 169 1890 to discuss these options with a qualified MCT trainer.

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Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator: Security

This is the premier certification for database server administrators who specialise in system security. This certification demonstrates that you can keep up with your enterprise business solutions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

MCSA: Security candidates must pass three core technology exams and two security specialisation exams that provides a valid and reliable measure of technical proficiency and expertise in administering and supporting secure Windows 2000- and Windows Server 2003-based systems.

Required Exams (2)
Networking Systems		 70-290: Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment
70-291: Implementing, Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
Required Exam (1)
Client Operating System		 70-620: TS: Windows Vista, Configuring
Required Exams (2)
Security		 70-299: Implementing and Administering Security in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network
70-350: Implementing Microsoft Internet Security and Acceleration (ISA) Server 2004
Courses 2273: Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment
2276: Implementing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Hosts
2277: Implementing, Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Services
5115: Installing, Configuring and Troubleshooting Windows Vista
2823: Implementing and Administering Security in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network
2824: Implementing Microsoft Internet Security and Acceleration Server 2004
Classroom Days 25
PDF of Route 12 Pages
YOU PAY £7,060    TRAINING ONLY
£7,650    ALL IN PACKAGE

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Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator: Messaging

This is the premier certification for database server administrators who specialise in messaging. This certification demonstrates that you can keep up with your enterprise messaging and business solutions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

MCSA candidates must pass three core technology exams and one messaging specialisation exam that provides a valid and reliable measure of technical proficiency and expertise in administering and supporting existing Windows 2000- and Windows Server 2003-based systems.

Required Exams (2)
Networking Systems		 70-290: Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment
70-291: Implementing, Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
Required Exam (1)
Client Operating System		 70-620: TS: Windows Vista, Configuring
Required Exam (1)
Messaging		 70-284: Implementing and Managing Microsoft Exchange Server 2003
Courses 2273: Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment
2276: Implementing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Hosts
2277: Implementing, Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Services
5115: Installing, Configuring and Troubleshooting Windows Vista
2400: Implementing and Managing Microsoft Exchange Server 2003
2011: Troubleshooting Microsoft Exchange Server 2003
Classroom Days 23
PDF of Route 12 Pages
YOU PAY £6,400    TRAINING ONLY
£6,870    ALL IN PACKAGE

To get more information about how to prepare for each exam, please visit the Microsoft Learning section for a list of links to suggested courses, preparation guides, exam study guides and practice exams.

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What's Included in F1's MCSA Certification Packages?

As a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner for Learning Solutions, F1 is well placed to train its clients on technologies such as Windows Server, and certification routes.

TRAINING ONLY Certification packages include the following:

  1. Microsoft Official Curriculum manual for each course.
  2. Refreshments and Lunches whilst at our training centres.
  3. Ongoing support from a qualified Microsoft Certified Trainer.
  4. FREE re-sits on any courses you have attended.

ALL IN Certification packages include the following:

  1. Microsoft Official Curriculum manual for each course.
  2. Additional Training Materials (such as books or e-learning), if applicable
  3. Refreshments and Lunches whilst at our training centres.
  4. Ongoing support from a qualified Microsoft Certified Trainer.
  5. FREE re-sits on any courses you have attended.
  6. Microsoft Exams stated in the route (value = £99 plus VAT per exam).
  7. Award-winning Transcender exam preparation software for the exams on the route (value = approx £75 plus VAT per practice test), subject to availability.

All F1 Certification Routes are valid for a period of 18 months from the date of order.

All prices are subject to VAT, if applicable.

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