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Prior to MCSE Windows 2003 courses, the applicants have to know (A+ Certification, Network+ Certification). An applicant without the above knowledge will find it very difficult to proceed. The A+ Certification is highly recommended as a prerequisite for MCSE Windows 2003 students.

MCSA/MCSE 2003 Exam Requirements

Applicants are required to pass six core exams and one elective exam to become MCSE Windows 2003. The MCSE Windows 2003 program is designed to teach the required knowledge for MCSE Windows 2003. These exams are developed with the input of professionals in the industry and reflect how Microsoft products are used in organizations throughout the world. The exams are administered by Thomson Prometric and Virtual University Enterprises, independent testing organization, with locations worldwide.

The operating system exams require candidates to prove their expertise with desktop, server, and networking components. The elective exams require proof of expertise with security features of Windows 2003. One of our elective courses is CompTIA Security+, this helps our graduates to obtain multiple certifications by simply registering for MCSE program. The requirements are outlined in the following table. Most Microsoft certification exams can be applied toward more than one certification track. With planning, you can earn certifications as you work toward your career goals.

Windows 2003 Track (6 required exams)

Exam	Course Number / Course Name
Exam 70-290: Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment, MCSA and MCSE	Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment 3 days or 6 evenings
Exam 70-270: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows® XP Professional, MCSA and MCSE	Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional 2 days or 4 evenings
Exam 70-291: Implementing, Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure MCSA and MCSE	Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Services 4 days or 8 evenings
Exam 70-293: Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure MCSE only	Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure 2 days or 4 evenings
Exam 70-294: Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure MCSE only	Planning, Implementing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure 4 days or 8 evenings
Exam 70-298: Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network MCSE only	Designing Security for Microsoft Networks 2 days or 4 evenings

Electives (1 Exam)

Exam	Course Number / Course Name
Exam CompTIA Security+ MCSE only	CompTIA Security+ 3 days or 6 evenings