MCSA or MCSE

[macburn]

I'm thinking about going after my MCSA or MCSE but I can't decide which one I should go for. I've been a network admin for over 5 years in a Novell environment. But now we are converting to Microsoft. My job doesn't require that I get certified, but it's more of a personal goal than anything. I feel like it will push me to learn everything faster. I'm no stranger to Microsoft, but am fairly new to the AD environment. Which certification should I aim for? And what material do you recommend for a self study?

Thanks.

 

[mrdenny]

Why only one. Why not both?

If done correctly you can get both without adding any additional exams.

Start with your MCSA then finish up with the MCSE.

I reommend the MS Press Books(the Big Blue ones).

Denny
MCSA (2003) / MCDBA (SQL 2000)
MCTS (SQL 2005 / Microsoft Windows SharePoint Services 3.0: Configuration / Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007: Configuration)
MCITP Database Administrator (SQL 2005) / Database Developer (SQL 2005)

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[paulhthomas]

Yeah, I agree with Mr Denny.
Do your MCSA first (4 exams), then do the additional 3 to get your MCSE.
I used the big blue MS Press books and the CBT NUgget training videos.

Good luck!

Paul

Paul Thomas
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