Overview
The Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) certification helps validate that an individual has the comprehensive set of skills necessary to perform a particular job role, such as database administrator or enterprise messaging administrator. MCITP certifications build on the technical proficiency measured in the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certifications. Therefore, you will earn one or more MCTS certifications on your way to earning an MCITP certification.
MCITP candidate profile
MCITP candidates are capable of deploying, building, designing, optimizing, and operating technologies for a particular job role. They make the design and technology decisions necessary to ensure successful technology implementation projects.
Why get certified?
Earning a Microsoft Certification helps validate your proven experience and knowledge in using Microsoft products and solutions. Designed to be relevant in today’s rapidly changing IT marketplace, Microsoft Certifications help you utilize evolving technologies, fine-tune your troubleshooting skills, and improve your job satisfaction.
Whether you are new to technology, changing jobs, or a seasoned IT professional, becoming certified helps demonstrate to customers, peers, and employers that you are committed to advancing your skills and taking on greater challenges. In addition, certification provides you with access to exclusive Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) resources and benefits, including opportunities to connect with a vast, global network of MCPs.
Certifications
By earning an MCITP certification, you distinguish yourself as an IT professional with the skills and proven job-role capabilities to effectively work with Microsoft technologies.
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Certification
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Required exam(s)*
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Windows Client
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MCITP: Enterprise Desktop Support Technician 7
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MCITP: Enterprise Desktop Administrator 7
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MCITP: Consumer Support Technician
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MCITP: Enterprise Support Technician
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Windows Server
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MCITP: Enterprise Administrator
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MCITP: Server Administrator
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MCITP: Windows Server 2008 R2, Virtualization Administrator
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Microsoft SQL Server
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MCITP: Database Administrator 2008
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MCITP: Database Developer 2008
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MCITP: Business Intelligence Developer 2008
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MCITP: Database Administrator
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MCITP: Database Developer
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MCITP: Business Intelligence Developer
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Microsoft Office Project Server
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MCITP: Enterprise Project Management with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007
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Microsoft Exchange Server
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MCITP: Enterprise Messaging Administrator 2010
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MCITP: Enterprise Messaging Administrator
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