RE: Certification/Training Question

From: Phillip Renouf (PhillipRenouf_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 01/06/05


Date: Thu, 6 Jan 2005 11:53:06 -0800

It's worth noting that if you get your MCSA it is just a matter of a couple
of extra exams to get your MCSE at a later date.

Phil

"Numpty" wrote:

> The MCSE is a certifcation that qualifies you to work with, administer AND
> design Windows Networks.
>
> The MCSA qualifies you to work with and administer the Windows Networks. If
> you don't plan on becoming a designer of windows networks or becoming a
> consultant (ie. purely network administration) then this qualification is the
> one for you.
>
> The MCSE will give you a very good understanding of how to improve your
> network as well, ie. design flaws, major areas of improvement and things like
> bottlenecks that might be slowing down your network, but a great deal of
> these things can be learnt on the job.
>
> All the best for your exams.
>
>
> "Matt Michaels" wrote:
>
> > Hello,
> >
> > I just got a position doing network administration in a Microsoft Server
> > 2003 environment for a company and am looking to get additional
> > training. I've read and working with server, but enjoy taking training
> > I believe you develop a better understanding.
> >
> > The question is though, is what certification do you recommend?
> >
> > MCSA or MCSE, there is a big difference in cost.
> >
> > I've read through MS's site, and it is still tough to decipher other
> > then more exams to pass. What does the MCSE have that MCSA doesn't.
> >
> > Please give me some input,
> >
> > Thanks
> > -Matt
> >



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