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For a professional in the IT industry, there are a number of certification exams available in client operating systems and network operating systems covering a gamut of technologies from Microsoft to open-source. The MCSE 2003 is a high level specialized Microsoft Certification on Windows Server 2003 and provides a means for prospective employers to evaluate the expertise of the candidates in using capabilities of Windows Server 2003 to make it a valuable asset for maximizing organizational productivity. A wide variety of MCSE courses, both online and offline are available to the candidate for preparing for this certification. This article will outline the prerequisites and the exams required for getting a MCSE certification in Windows Server 2003.

This certification is meant for professionals, who are working for medium to large companies, whose responsibilities include planning, designing, and implementing Microsoft Windows Server 2003 solutions and architectures. MCSE candidates are expected to have at least a minimum of one year of experience in implementing and administering network operating systems and desktop operating systems.

If a candidate is already certified in a related Microsoft technology like MCSE 2000, Microsoft provides an upgrade path that enables a current MCSE to earn the Windows Server 2003 credential in a time-effective and cost-effective manner. Hence a candidate with a MCSE 2000 certification can get certified in MCSE 2003 by taking only two required exams.

The following are the requirements MCSE 2003 candidates are expected to satisfy:

Core exams (six exams required)

• Four networking system exams
• One client operating system exam
• One design exam

Elective exams (one exam required)

Coupled with the core exams, the elective exams are designed to provide a valid and reliable assessment of technical proficiency and expertise in solution design and implementation. Microsoft also allows some third-party certifications to be substituted as an MCSE elective.

As mentioned before, if a candidate has the requisite background and is willing to put in the effort for preparing for the MCSE certification exam, the MCSE 2003 can open many doors professionally leading to higher salaries, speedy career advancement and increased job satisfaction.