Microsoft has released its new generation of certifications for Office 2007. The structure is similar to that of the ITPRO and Developer MCTIP and MCTS certifications. In my opinion, the certifications; Microsoft Certified Application Specialist and Microsoft Certified Application Professional will give an individual holding a MCDST a great advantage. The MCDST certification really only glosses over the Microsoft Office 2003 products. The 70-272 objectives, http://www.microsoft.com/learning/exams/70-272.mspx#EQD, deal with resolving issues related to application customization and troubleshooting minor Office 2003 issues; not how to get things done with the applications.
Think of the advantage you will have in applying for a postition as a Help Desk Support Specialist or Desktop Support Specialist and you not only know how to diagnosis and troubleshoot Microsoft Office, but actually know how to get work done in the Office applications and provide that knowledge to your end users. You open a whole other world of competency and value to yourself. Imagine this: during your interview with a potential employer, you say to them, "By hiring me, you are making an investment in your company. With my knowledge as a Desktop Support Specialist and a Microsoft Certified Application Professional, I can help your company save valuable time and money by not only instructing your employees in the most efficient ways to use Microsoft Office, but also diagnosing and troubleshooting the desktop and applications when problems arise." 'Nuff said.
Below is the expected release dates for the Microsoft Business Certifications. For more information regarding the new Microsoft Business Certifications, visit: http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/msbc/default.mspx. This link will also be added to a TypeList to your right.
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