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Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD)

Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD)
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The Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD) credential is the top-level certification for advanced developers who design and develop leading-edge enterprise solutions, using Microsoft development tools and technologies as well as the Microsoft .NET Framework. This Certification is also available with a focus on C#. The information technology (IT) industry, employers, clients, and peers recognize the MCSD credential as a symbol of skills and knowledge needed to lead productive and dynamic development teams. Candidates who earn the MCSD certification receive a Welcome Kit containing a wallet card, certificate, and MCSD logo that enable them to identify their MCSD status to colleagues or clients. Some typical job titles include: Software Engineer; Application Analyst; Software Architect; Consultant.

Classroom Learning

• Microsoft 2071 – Querying Microsoft SQL Server 2000 with Transact-SQL
• Microsoft 2073 – Programming a Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Database
• Microsoft 2310 – Developing Microsoft ASP.NET Web Applications Using Visual Studio .NET
• Microsoft 2389 – Programming with Microsoft ADO.NET
• Microsoft 2524 – Developing XML Web Services Using Microsoft ASP.NET
• Microsoft 2557 – Building COM+ Applications Using Microsoft .NET Enterprise Services
• Microsoft 2565 – Developing Microsoft .NET Applications for Windows (Visual Basic .NET)
• Microsoft 2640 – Upgrading Web Development Skills from ASP to Microsoft ASP.NET
• Microsoft 2663 – Programming with XML in the Microsoft .NET Framework
• Microsoft 2710 – Analyzing Requirements and Defining Microsoft .NET Solution Architectures
  *Many other elective options are available

Online ANYTIME Learning
Access our web-based training 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Learn step-by step with multimedia, completely interactive courses right on your desktop.

Learning Lab
As an MCSD student, enjoy the benefit of the New Horizons Learning Lab for study, or practice exams.

Certification Preparation Tools
Students are given practice exams that provide a simulation environment which can effectively assess your test readiness and prepare you to pass your exam the first time. Practice exams allow students to focus on their weak areas and minimize the time it takes to learn the material in preparation for taking certification exams.

Certification Exams
The MCSD designation requires four core exams plus one elective exam. The core exams provide a valid and reliable measure of technical proficiency and expertise in developing and maintaining enterprise applications that are based on Microsoft development tools, technologies, and platforms. The elective exam provides proof of expertise with a specific Microsoft server product. This program fulfills the course requirements for MCSD Certification Exams such as: 70-305, 70-306, 70-310, 70-300, and 70-229. Those who achieve MCSD certification are automatically MCAD certified.

Placement Services
Placement assistance is available for those participants who have completed the MCSD certification.

Other Highlights
Access to career services
Exam vouchers included as part of the program
Test preparation software