What is an MCSE certification?

The certification is best for those on the career track of becoming server administrators.

To earn an MCSE certification, a candidate must pass the MCSA exam and then must also pass the MCSE elective exam.

Here are the five different types of MCSE certifications you can obtain:

• MCSE: Business Applications

  This certification is best for those seeking knowledge and skills in managing Microsoft Dynamics 365 technologies.

• MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure

  This certification allows a tech professional to manage highly efficient and complex data centers.

• MCSE: Data Management and Analytics

  This certification demonstrates a candidate's skills in SQL Administration, building enterprise-scale data solutions, and utilizing business intelligence data.

• MCSE: Mobility

  This certification demonstrates expertise in managing bring-your-own-device (BYOD) environments.

• MCSE: Productivity Solutions Expert

  This certification displays a candidate's knowledge and skills pertaining to moving an entire organization's operations to the cloud for the most effective and efficient prospects.

  Certification in these areas benefits IT professionals because they become Microsoft members. Membership gives professionals access to a vast amount of Microsoft-related knowledge.

  Microsoft also allows its members to attend special conferences and events hosted by Microsoft.

  These certifications are globally recognized and very well regarded in the technology industry, meaning they can provide holders with opportunities for better-paying positions at higher role levels within tech companies.

  Here are some common roles for those with an MCSE certification:

  • System Administrator

  • Program Manager

  • Network Engineer

  • IT Support Specialist

  • System Analyst

  • Software Architect