Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
MCSE on Windows Server 2003 Certification Requirements
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.
How to earn your MCSE on Windows Server 2003
To earn your MCSE on Windows Server 2003 certification, you must pass seven exams:
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Four core exams on networking systems
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One core exam on client operating systems
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One core design exam
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One elective exam
The MCSE on Windows Server 2003 certification will not retire.
| Core exams on Networking
Systems (all are required) |
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| 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 |
| Core exams on Client
Operating Systems (choose one) |
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| Exam 70-620 | TS: Windows Vista, Configuring |
| Exam 70-270 | Installing, Configuring, and Administering Windows XP Professional |
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Core design exams (choose one) |
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| Exam 70-298 | Designing Security for a Windows Server 2003 Network |
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Elective exams (choose one) |
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| Exam 70-236 | TS: Microsoft Exchange Server 2007, Configuring |