The strength of Windows Server 2003 in the market today indicates that demand for related IT expertise will continue for years to come. The best way to demonstrate your expert skills on Windows Server 2003—and to inspire confidence in a hiring manager, your team, and yourself—is by earning the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) credentials.

In addition, if you are certified on Windows Server 2003, you have an efficient path to the Windows Server 2008 certifications.

The MCSE credential verifies your ability to analyze the business requirements for information systems solutions, and to design and implement infrastructures based on Windows Server 2003.

Candidate profile

Candidates for the MCSE on Windows Server 2003 certification typically have at least one year of experience implementing and administering both network and client operating systems. They are knowledgeable about the planning, design, and implementation of Microsoft Windows server solutions and architectures in mid-sized to large companies.

Related job titles: systems engineer, network engineer, systems analyst, network analyst, or technical consultant.

To earn your MCSE on Windows Server 2003 certification, you must pass seven exams:

1. Four core exams on networking systems (All are required)

Exam 70-290 Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment

Exam 70-291 Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure

Exam 70-293 Planning and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure

Exam 70-294 Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure

2. One core exam on client operating systems (choose one)

Exam 70-6206 TS: Windows Vista, Configuring

Exam 70-270 Installing, Configuring, and Administering Windows XP Professional

Exam 70-2101,2 Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional

3. One core design exam (choose one)

Exam 70-2973 Designing a Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure

Exam 70-2983 Designing Security for a Windows Server 2003 Network

4. One elective exax (choose one)

Please visit Microsoft MCSE Official Site for details