What is Microsoft Office Specialist?

It is a premier desktop certification that can be achieved by taking the appropriate Microsoft Office 2003 Desktop Application courses (such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and PowerPoint) and passing the required Microsoft Expert Exams.

What are the benefits of becoming a Microsoft Office Specialist?

Benefits to Individuals:

• Gain a competitive edge when applying for jobs
• Proves you have the knowledge and expertise to work with Microsoft Office Programs
• Experience increased productivity and competence in your everyday tasks

Benefits to Businesses:

• Encouraging this certification to your employees will help increase your company's productivity
• Knowledge that your employees are using the Microsoft Office 2003 Suite to the fullest

What are the requirements to become a Microsoft Office 2003 Specialist?

There are three kinds of Microsoft Office Specialists:

• Master Specialist: You must pass the Word 2003 Expert, Excel 2003 Expert and PowerPoint 2003 Expert exams in addition to the Access 2003 Expert or Outlook 2003 Expert exam
• Expert Specialist: You must pass either the Word 2003 Expert or Excel 2003 Expert exams
• Specialist: You must pass any of the Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint or Access 2003 Expert exams to receive this designation.

For more information on this certification, what it can do for you and how to get started, contact your Business Development Specialist today!