There are many important benefits of achieving your Microsoft MCITP or MCTS Certification, including becoming more skilled and competitive, and working smarter and more efficiently. Plus lots of free perks from Microsoft.

8 Benefits of Microsoft Certification (MCITP / MCTS)

1 Microsoft Certifications = Competitive Advantage

Microsoft Certifications provide industry recognition of your knowledge and proficiency. This means a distinct competitive edge in RFPs, contracts and bids (for organization) and job search, promotion and salary raise opportunities (for individual)

2 Increase Return on Investment (ROI)

A Microsoft Certified staff member is more confident and productive - providing better use of technology for your organization in the form of more secure and effective solutions, saving time and eliminating risk.

3 Improve Project Deployment

The skill level of a team is directly responsible for how an organization performs in several key IT functional areas. Seventy-five percent of managers believe that certifications are important to team performance.

4 Increased team performance and productivity

Sixty-three percent of hiring managers believe certified individuals are more productive than their non-certified counterparts are.

5 Strengthen IT Staff

As a recognized subject matter expert (SME), a thoroughly-trained employee can extoll important product knowledge and techniques to other staff members, enhancing team cohesiveness and value. On average, 40 to 55% of top-performing teams have obtained Microsoft Certifications.

6 Improved customer satisfaction

66% of managers believe certifications improve the level of service and support offered to customers. A more thorough understand of the product translates into simpler solutions and clearer answers.

7 Increased employee retention

45% of employees strongly agree that when their employers pay for exams, it provides a strong incentive to stay in their jobs.

8 Microsoft Certification Member Benefits

Logos and certificates to identify your MCITP - MCTS status

Access to an exclusive Microsoft MCP, MCTS, MCPD, MCITP Certification Member Website

Exclusive discounts on Microsoft products and services

Access to career-related tools

Invitations to industry conferences, training sessions, and special events