What is a MCSA?

Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) is designed for professionals who implement, manage and troubleshoot existing network and system environments based on Windows 2000 and Windows .NET Server platforms.

Mike Nash, Vice President of Microsoft’s Content Development and Delivery Group said “There are over 1 million MCPs at the forefront of driving customer success with Microsoft Technologies.  These enhancements to the MCP program are being made in direct response to the changing needs of this important community.”

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 2000-based systems.

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How the MCSA Meets Your Needs

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. Research indicates that the job demand for network administrators in 2001 will be 13 percent higher than it was in 2000. Studies also show that network/design administrators at IT companies have significant advancement opportunities—more than most other job categories.

The MCSA on Windows 2000 credential offers IT professionals a competitive edge in today’s constantly changing business environment by validating the specific experience required by the network and systems administrator job role. The certification provides employers with a means to identify those qualified individuals who have the appropriate skills set to do the job successfully.

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A MCSA’s Typical Computing Environment

The MCSA on Windows 2000 credential is for IT professionals working in the typically complex computing environment of medium to large organizations. An MCSA on Windows 2000 candidate should have six to 12 months of experience administering client and network operating systems in environments with the following characteristics:

• From 200 to 26,000 or more users are supported.

• From two to 100 physical locations are supported.

• Typical network services and resources include messaging, database, file and print, proxy server or firewall, Internet and intranet, remote access, and client computer management.

• Connectivity needs include connecting branch offices and individual users in remote locations to the corporate network and connecting corporate networks to the Internet.

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Benefits of MCSA Certification

You receive the following benefits with the MCSA credential:

• Industry recognition of your knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft products and technologies.

• Access to technical and product information direct from Microsoft.

• Exclusive discounts on products and services from selected companies.

• Invitations to Microsoft conferences, technical training sessions and events.

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F1's MCSA Can Save You 50%

F1 has a MCSA package that can save you 50% on the cost of courses.

MCSA’s are required to pass three core technology exams and one elective exam that provide a valid and reliable measure of technical proficiency and expertise in administering and supporting existing Windows 2000-based systems, including Windows .NET Server.

An MCSA candidate should have 6 to 12 months experience implementing and administering a desktop operating system, a network operating system, and managing an existing network infrastructure.

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