Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification  

A Firebrand Training
9
Day Course

Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification - Overview

Please note: This course is based on Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP technology. If you would like to gain a Windows 7 certification, check out our Microsoft MCSA Windows 7 & XP Certification

Seven reasons why you should sit your MCSA 2003 course with Firebrand Training

  1. You’ll be MCSA 2003 certified in just 9 days. With us, you’ll be MCSA 2003 trained in record time
  2. Our MCSA 2003 course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams, accommodation and meals. No hidden extras
  3. Pass MCSA 2003 first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We're sure you'll pass your MCSA 2003 course first time. But if you don’t, come back within a year, and only pay for accommodation and exams. Everything else is free
  4. You’ll learn more MCSA 2003. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9am – 5pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day quality learning time, with your instructor
  5. You’ll learn MCSA 2003 faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
  6. You’ll be studying MCSA 2003 with the best. We have won the Institute of IT Training’s "Training Company of the Year" a record three times. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified 20,000 professionals, and we’re partners with all of the big names in the business
  7. You'll do more than study MCSA 2003 courseware. We use labs, case studies and practice tests to make sure you can apply your new knowledge to the work environment. Our instructors use demonstrations and real-world experience to keep the day interesting and engaging.

Build your information technology (IT) career with the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) on Microsoft Windows Server 2003 credential. Here's why MCSA can be the right choice for you:

  • It's relevant. Get started by proving your client side and networking skills with Exams 70-270, 70-290 and 70-291
  • It's valuable. The MCSA certification was introduced in October 2001. Within the first five months, over 22,000 individuals had earned the certification, making it the fastest-growing Microsoft certification

Experienced in IT?

The Microsoft Certified Systems Administration (MCSA) on Microsoft Windows Server 2003 credential is a new way to enhance and validate the skills you use in day-to-day management of Microsoft technologies.

The 9 day accelerated MCSA 2003 Firebrand Training provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, support, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows 2003-based networks with a focus on information security in the enterprise. This is an accelerated, residential, fully-immersed course, designed for computer professionals that require effective, real-world skill-building and timely certification. You will live, learn, and test on-site.

The MCSA 2003 Accelerated Course delivers the greatest value on the market for Windows 2003 Certification Training. During the program, students will achieve the following certifications:

  • Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
  • Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)

Our MCSA 2003 Program:

  • Allows you to achieve your certifications in a fraction of the time of 'traditional training' while delivering industry-leading exam passing percentages
  • Helps students grasp complex technical concepts more easily by identifying and catering to individual student learning styles through a mixed visual, auditory and kinaesthetic-tactual delivery system
  • Enhances retention by employing accelerated learning techniques focused on committing information to long-term memory

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Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification - Benefits

For IT managers, certification is particularly important because it allows them to more easily identify the skills that an individual possesses. When a company has employees that possess certain skills, it can garner a competitive advantage when seeking to attract customers. Certification can also contribute to increased productivity, because studies have shown that certified individuals are generally quicker to implement and design new technologies. And of course by knowing that their employees are certified, IT managers can feel more confident about their ability to implement and support a network infrastructure.

Individuals

  • Overwhelmingly, individuals with Microsoft certifications have an advanced level of knowledge, expertise and skill, and command more professional credibility
  • he MCSA is seen as a particularly elite indication of a system administrator's prowess and skill level, and these professionals are highly sought by employers
  • Individual students may receive college credits to utilize tuition reimbursement programs for their IT training or to complete college coursework

Companies

  • Reduce the costs of maintaining your workstations and personal computers, and increase the reliability of your network with Active Directory and with the information technology (IT) professionals to back it up
  • Make a roll out of Windows 2003 Server smooth and successful.
  • Customers see great value in certification - they want the people on their engagement to have the best skills, and certification provides that proof point
  • Significantly improved Microsoft security throughout the software but particularly in the Web Server component of Windows Server, IIS; Scalable management tools that improve on the legacy of Windows 2000 Server: enhanced Active Directory features, and new tools such as the Group Policy Management Console
  • Significant increases in server performance. In internal tests, Windows Server 2003 shows dramatic performance gains over previous versions of Windows server operating systems. For example, file and Web server performance is two times faster than Windows NT Server 4.0
  • While your organization's performance gains may vary because of unique network and computer settings, Microsoft is confident that the improved performance of Windows Server 2003 will help you deliver faster service for your network solutions

Other accelerated training providers rely heavily on lecture and independent self-testing and study.

Effective technical instruction must be highly varied and interactive to keep attention levels high, promote camaraderie and teamwork between the students and instructor, and solidify knowledge through hands-on learning.

Firebrand Training provides instruction to meet every learning need:

  • Intensive group instruction
  • One-on-one instruction attention
  • Hands-on labs
  • Lab partner and group exercises
  • Question and answer drills
  • Independent study

This information has been provided as a helpful tool for candidates considering certification. Benefits of certification determined through studies do not guarantee any particular personal successes. Firebrand Training provides a guarantee of obtaining certification at the camp, but does not make any guarantees about personal successes or benefits of obtaining certification.

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Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification - Curriculum

Firebrand Training's MCSA 2003 Accelerated Certification Program is the most effective, efficient way to learn how to successfully design, plan, and implement a network infrastructure, Active Directory infrastructure, and client deployment on the Windows Server 2003 platform.

Course Materials

Students attending this blended-learning program will receive a robust set of course materials that caters to each of the three primary individual learning-intake styles (auditory, visual, and kinaesthetic-tactile) - critical for a successful accelerated learning experience.

Daily lectures, labs, and review sessions are supplemented by a combination of:

  • Proprietary Lab Manual & Microsoft Courseware - developed in conjunction with Microsoft, adapting Microsoft Official Curriculum to address the demands of accelerated learners
  • Authorised Microsoft Lab Manual & Courseware
  • Self Test or Transcender Testing Software

Delivery Schedule

The MCSA 2003 Program prepares students to achieve three (3) certifications during the program: MCSA 2003 and MCP.

  • Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional - Exam 70-270
  • Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment - Exam 70-290
  • Implementing and Administering Security in a Network- Exam SY0-101
  • Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure - Exam 70-291

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Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification - Exam Track

Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) candidates on the Microsoft Windows Server 2003 track are required to satisfy the following requirements:

  • Core Exams (3 Exams Required)
    • 2 networking system exams
    • 1 client operating system exam
  • Elective Exams (1 Exam Required)

The four (4) examinations that a student will take during our program also satisfy the requirements for the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) designations.

  • Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional - Exam:70-270, Requirement: Client OS Core
  • Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment - Exam:70-290, Requirement: Networking System Core
  • Implementing and Administering Security in a Network - Exam:SY0-101, Requirement: Security
  • Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure - Exam:70-291, Requirement: Networking System Core

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Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification - What's Included

With Firebrand, you benefit from top-quality education in an all-inclusive course package specifically designed for the needs and ease of our students. We attend to every detail so you can focus solely on your studies and certification goals.

You’ll get a robust set of course materials that cater to each of our three key individual learning styles (auditory, visual, and kinaesthetic-tactile) - critical for a successful learning experience.

Our Certification Programmes include:

  • Daily lectures, exercises, and review sessions
  • Intensive hands-on training utilising our (Lecture | Lab | Review)TM delivery
  • Comprehensive study materials and courseware - we adapt official curriculum to address the demands of accelerated learners
  • Self-testing software and/or mock exam papers*
  • Fully instructor-led programme with 24-hour lab access
  • Exam vouchers*
  • On-site testing*
  • Accommodation, all meals, drinks and snacks*
  • Our Certification Guarantee - because we're sure you'll pass first time, if you don’t pass your exams, come back to the course within a year and you only pay for accommodation and exam vouchers - everything else is free

* Please note:

  • Our ISC(2) CISSP CBK Review programme differs from normal course delivery. For more details, speak to us on 080 80 800 888.
  • Practice tests are not available for the Microsoft MCTS System Center Configuration Manager 2007 course
  • Exam vouchers for our (ISC)2, ISACA or PMI certifications need to be purchased directly from the vendor ahead of the course. You will still sit your (ISC)2 exam on-site as part of the course.
  • On-site testing is not included in our Scrum, ISACA or PMI certifications. You will sit your PMI exam at a nearby academic open Prometric Test Centre on the final day of the five-day course.

Our instructors teach to accommodate every student's learning needs through individualised instruction, hands-on labs, lab partner and group exercises, independent study, self-testing, and question/answer drills.

Firebrand Training has dedicated, well-equipped educational facilities where you will attend instruction and labs and have access to comfortable study and lounging rooms. Our students consistently say our facilities are second-to-none.

Examination Passing Policy

Should a student complete a Firebrand Training programme without having successfully passed all vendor examinations, the student may re-attend that programme for a period of one year.  Students will only be responsible for accommodation and vendor exam fees.

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Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification - Prerequisites

Students that are successful in the MCSA 2003 Accelerated Certification Program should possess six to twelve months of experience implementing, administering, networking, and managing an existing Windows 2000 or 2003 network infrastructure. Specifically, the following skills are recommended:

  • An understanding of the Windows 2000/2003 domain vs. workgroup environment
  • Basic IP fundamentals including IP addressing and subnet mask formats, default gateways, and DNS
  • Hands-on experience in an Active Directory environment

Are you ready to get certified in record time?

We interview all applicants for the course on their technical background, degrees and certifications held, and general suitability. If you get through this screening process, it means you stand a great chance of passing.

Firebrand Training is an immersive training environment. You must be committed to the course. The above prerequisites are guidelines, but many students with less experience have other background or traits that have enabled their success in accelerated training through Firebrand Training.

If you have any doubts as to whether you meet the pre-requisites please call (for free) 080 80 800 888 and speak to one of our enrolment consultants, who can help you with a study plan.

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MCSA 2003 Certification - Testimonials

"Firebrand* is excellent. A month's worth of personal study is achieved in a few days. The instructors are superb. Certification suddenly becomes very achievable in a fraction of the time it would normally take."
Jonathan Warcup.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 Certification (9 Days) (7/8/2006 to 15/8/2006)

"I would recommend this course to anyone wishing to advance their career & improve their product & technical knowledge"
Anne Nimmo, Fujitsu Services.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 Certification (9 Days) (15/5/2006 to 23/5/2006)

"I would never have believed that I could gain so much in such a short time - I gained my MCSA with 4 straight test passes. My instructor was absolutely first rate in every respect with more than enough motivation to go around and a fabulous mix of professionalism and humour which made the whole experience less painful than it might have been. The days were long and hard and the course is certainly not for those without the will to succeed, but the rewards are well worth the effort!"
Clare Hilditch, SSL International.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 Certification (9 Days) (16/2/2004 to 24/2/2004)

"Firebrand* MCSA course is aimed at highly motivated professional IT people. The training is intense and only those who really deserve it will make the grade. "
Duncan Malthouse-Hobbs, Royal Academy of Music.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 Certification (9 Days) (2/4/2007 to 10/4/2007)

"Teaching was good - the instructor really knew his stuff. All and all a great place to learn fast!"
Francois Choquet, idexx.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 Certification (9 Days) (13/11/2006 to 21/11/2006)

"This method of learning isn't for the faint of heart. If you're short on time, but high on motivation, then go for it, you won't regret it.....however, if late nights aren't your thing, stay well away!!!"
Nathan Pullen .
Microsoft MCSA 2003 Certification (9 Days) (28/6/2004 to 6/7/2004)

"Firebrand* has not only secured me professional certification to go with my experience as an IT administrator, but also added a breadth and depth of knowledge I wouldn't have thought possible in such a short time. The study is extremely intense with very long hours, but I am looking forward to coming back. "I will be back!""
Duncan Robert Mark, No one at present (self-employed).
Microsoft MCSA 2003 Certification (9 Days) (29/8/2005 to 6/9/2005)

"If you want to shut off from the outside world and concentrate 100% on study this is the place to come. Everything is taken care of so you just have to concentrate on the work in hand. The staff are excellent and go out of their way to help out and the instructors are first class and always available when you need them.You could not ask for more"
Michelle Hill, TES 2000 LTD.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 Certification (9 Days) (6/6/2005 to 14/6/2005)

"Fantastic, the most knowledgable instructor I have ever been taught by on a course. Given the long lecture hours kept lessons fresh and very interesting. Every member of staff very helpful and the food was great."
Lee Pidgeon.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 Certification (9 Days) (2/4/2007 to 10/4/2007)

"Lots of hard work, but the focused environment and continuous support from all the staff makes every second worth while. With Firebrand* you really can succeed!"
Matthew Stinchcombe, New Forest IT.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 Certification (9 Days) (24/10/2005 to 1/11/2005)

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