The Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification is designed to provide the skills to Implement, manage and troubleshoot a Windows based Network including Windows 2000, XP Professional and Windows Server 2003.

The major responsibilities of an MCSA are

• Installation and configuration of parts of the system

• Management and administration of supporting systems

The MCSA is designed for:

• Network and system administrators

• Network engineers

• Network technicians

• Technical consultants

The MCSA on Windows Server 2003 must pass four exams, these include:

• One Core Client System Exam:

Install, Configure & Administer Windows XP Professional - exam: 70-270

• Two Core Network System Exams:

Manage & Maintain a Windows 2003 Server Environment – exam 70-290

Implement, Manage & Maintain a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure - exam 70-291

• One Elective Exam

For further details on the MCSA track visit the Microsoft Web site

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NOTE: Microsoft has also designed an upgrade path for an MCSA on Windows 2000 to update to Windows Server 2003 one exam is needed: Exam 70-292 - Manage and Maintain a Microsoft Server 2003 Environment

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