Awarding Body : Microsoft
Microsoft (MSFT) offers certifications on server, desktop, application, database and developer platforms. The company’s certification programme teaches qualified administrators and technicians to support its system and application products.
The Certification Program
The Certification Program is divided into five main categories:
- Server: Windows Server, Exchange Server, Lync, SharePoint and Microsoft Azure certifications
- Desktop: Windows, devices certifications
- Applications: Office, Office 365 and Dynamics certifications
- Database: SQL Server certifications
- Developer: Visual Studio, SharePoint, Applications and Azure certifications
Credentials
Certifications include the following credentials:
- MTA: Microsoft (MSFT) Technology Associate
- MCSA: MSFT Certified Solutions Associate
- MCSE: MSFT Certified Solutions Expert
- MCSD: MSFT Solutions Developer
- Microsoft Specialist
- MOS: Office Specialist
The Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certifications primarily deal with older editions of Windows Server, Windows clients, Exchange Server and related platforms.
About the company
MSFT is an American multinational technology company. The corporate headquarters are in Redmond, Washington. They develop, manufacture, license, support and sell computer software, consumer electronics and personal computers and services. Its best known software products are the Windows operating system, the Office suite of programmes, and Internet Explorer. The corporation's flagship hardware products are the Xbox video game console and the Surface tablet.
The company was founded by Paul Allen and Bill Gates on April 4, 1975. It rose to dominate the personal computer operating system market with MS-DOS in the mid-1980s. This was followed by Windows. Since the 1990s, it has increasingly diversified from the operating system market. They have also made a number of corporate acquisitions. In May 2011, the company bought Skype Technologies for $8.5 billion.
Colleges that run Microsoft courses in Ireland
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Microsoft Access – IT Skills Course for Microsoft Office Specialist Test
Online Learning, Microsoft Access Course by Kilroy’s College - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
For FREE course brochure please visit www.kilroyscollege.ie/free_brochure The 77-424 certification test is primarily intended for professionals who have experience with previous versions of Microsoft Office Access. The exam is designed for candidates who have a fundamental understanding of the Access […]
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Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA Preparation Course)
Classroom Based, MCSA (Microsoft Certified System Administrator) Course by CCT College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
MCSA Course (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate) Overview and Audience Formerly known as the Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Server Administrator (MCITP: Server Administrator) certification, the MCSA course (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate) and credential is one of the leading certifications for Windows […]
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Microsoft Excel – IT Skills Preparation Course for MOS Exam
Online Learning, Microsoft Excel Course by Kilroy’s College - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
In today’s competitive economic climate, having certifications that validate one’s skills are essential to “set yourself apart from the pack” in the marketplace. Having Microsoft certifications not only increase one’s marketability but also validates an employee’s skills and experience to […]
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Microsoft Office Master (Course for Microsoft Office Master Test)
Online Learning, Microsoft Office Course by Kilroy’s College - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
If you are looking for flexible training to improve your skills in Microsoft Office and/or have an interest in preparing for the widely recognised Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification examinations then our Microsoft suite of courses could be for you. […]
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Microsoft Office Specialist Access E-Learning
Online Learning, Microsoft Access Course by Pery Square Business College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Access Databases This course is aimed at participants who wish to gain an industry qualification in the Access database environment. Candidates should have an understanding of the Windows environment and be relatively comfortable Managing Files and […]
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Microsoft Office Specialist Excel E-Learning
Online Learning, Microsoft Excel Course by Pery Square Business College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) – Excel E-Learning Course This course is aimed at participants who wish to gain an industry qualification in the Excel environment. Candidates should have an understanding of the Windows environment and be relatively comfortable Managing Files […]
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Microsoft Office Specialist Expert in Word
Online Learning, Microsoft Word Course by Pery Square Business College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Expert in Word Processing This course is designed to advance existing Word users and help them take advantage of the powerful features available in Word. Would be suitable as a follow-on course to the ECDL. The […]
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Microsoft Office Specialist Outlook E-Learning
Online Learning, Microsoft Outlook Course by Pery Square Business College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) – Outlook This course is intended for Administrative and Office professionals, Consultants, Executives/Managers, Help desk personnel, Instructors/Trainers, Marketing personnel, Product developers, Sales, Students, and other members of the general population working in a business environment who […]
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Microsoft Office Specialist PowerPoint E-Learning
Online Learning, Microsoft PowerPoint Course by Pery Square Business College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) – PowerPoint MOS PowerPoint: This course is aimed at participants who wish to gain an industry qualification in the PowerPoint environment. Candidates should have an understanding of the Windows environment and be relatively comfortable Managing Files […]
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Microsoft Outlook (IT Skills Course for Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Test)
Online Learning, Microsoft Outlook Course by Kilroy’s College - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
The Microsoft Office Specialist: Outlook 2013 certification is an industry recognized credential. The exam covers Managing the Outlook Environment, Creating and Formatting Item Content, Managing Email Messages, Managing Contacts, Managing Calendar Objects, Working with Tasks, Notes, and Journal Entries. Course […]
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Microsoft PowerPoint – IT Skills Course for Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Test
Online Learning, Microsoft PowerPoint Course by Kilroy’s College - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin
The 77-422 certification test is primarily intended for professionals who have experience with previous versions of Microsoft Office Powerpoint. The test measures your ability to create and manage documents to meet business needs by using the depth and breadth of […]
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MOS Excel Expert E-Learning
Online Learning, Microsoft Excel Course by Pery Square Business College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
Mos Excel Expert This course is aimed at Expert-level candidates for Excel who will gain an advanced understanding of the Excel environment and the ability to guide others in the proper use of features in Excel. Candidates will be able […]
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Word – Microsoft Office Specialist E-Learning Package
Online Learning, Microsoft Word Course by Pery Square Business College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) – Word Processing E-Learning This course is designed to advance existing Word users and help them take advantage of the powerful features available in Word. Would be suitable as a follow-on course to the ECDL. The […]
