MCAS 2007

The goal of the 7-day Microsoft Business Certification is to provide information technology professionals expertise with the 2007 Microsoft Office suite of business productivity programs. An upgrade to the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification, the Microsoft Business Certification program specifically targets workplace demand for 2007 Office system skills. Program covers the following:

• Word 2007

• Excel 2007

• PowerPoint 2007

The Microsoft Business Certification is appropriate for candidates in the following career tracks: Communications, Database Administrator, Database Specialist, Help Desk (Applications) Support, Product Specialist, Software Specialist, Web Professional.

Microsoft Certified Application Specialist Series
The core Microsoft Office Specialist Certification Program credential has been upgraded to validate skills with the 2007 Microsoft Office system. The Application Specialist certification targets Information Workers and covers the most popular Microsoft Office applications such as Word 2007, PowerPoint 2007, and Excel 2007.

The Microsoft Business Certification is the globally recognized standard for validating expertise with the 2007 Microsoft Office system.

Reasons for Microsoft Business Certification include career advancement, personal improvement, skills enhancement, and higher salaries. MCAS-certified individuals report increased competence and productivity with Microsoft Office programs as well as increased credibility with their employers, co-workers and clients. Microsoft Business certification sets you apart in today's competitive job market, bringing employment opportunities, greater earning potential and career advancement, in addition to increased job satisfaction.

Benefits of Microsoft Business Certification:

• Hiring certified workers and certifying existing employees maximizes a company’s return on investment with the 2007 Office system.

• Certified individuals are more productive and can do their jobs better and faster than ever before.

• Recruiting certified candidates helps decrease the time that hiring managers need to fill job vacancies.

• Certification ensures that individuals are equipped with comprehensive skills and expertise. Certified workers with proven skills contribute to a more knowledgeable and productive working environment.

• Government agencies can use Microsoft Business Certification as a cost-effective validation of their training programs, proving their effectiveness in providing business skills.

• The Microsoft Business Certification meets the computing skill requirements that government agencies have for their employees, and also ensures that individuals who participate in job training can placement programs have the necessary skills that employers want.

• Hiring, training, and promoting certified employees can help increase employee satisfaction, minimize turnover, and maximize productivity.

The results of an independent research study of participants in the Microsoft Business Certification program indicate Microsoft Business Certification improves employee competence, productivity, and credibility, including the following:

• 89% of certified employees do not require additional supervision to perform their duties.

• 3 of 4 supervisors believe administrative support employees proficient in Microsoft Office technology play an important role in setting the standards for the organization’s work processes.

• 40% of supervisor report that Microsoft Office-certified employees are a valuable resource to other employees.

7-Day Camp Schedule

Daily Educational Schedule

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

Our daily schedule incorporates different modes of instruction and learning environments to ensure that students learn, retain, comprehend, and can apply critical knowledge.

Microsoft Business Certification Courseware

Boot Camp uses Microsoft Business Certification courseware for the highest standard training:

• Step-by-Step Word 2007

• Step-by-Step Excel 2007

• Step-by-Step PowerPoint 2007

Our Microsoft Business Certification covers the following exam objectives.  Students shall take each certification exam during the program.

Word 2007
This module covers core competencies of Microsoft Word 2007. These include Inserting and Modifying Text, Creating and Modifying Paragraphs, Formatting Documents, Managing Documents, Working with Graphics, and Workgroup Collaboration.

Excel 2007
This module covers core competencies of Microsoft Excel 2007. These include Working with Cells and Cell Data, Managing Workbooks, Formatting and Printing Worksheets, Modifying Workbooks, Creating and Revising Formulas, Creating and Modifying Graphics, and Workgroup Collaboration.

PowerPoint 2007
This module covers core competencies of Microsoft PowerPoint 2007. These include Creating a Presentation, Inserting and Modifying Text, Inserting and Modifying Visual Elements, Modifying Presentation Formats, Printing Presentations, Working with Data from Other Sources, Managing and Delivering Presentations, and Workgroup Collaboration.

Our Microsoft Business Certification Program includes:

• Intensive Hands-on Training by Microsoft Certified Trainers utilizing our (Lecture | Lab | Review)™

• Delivery Blended-Learning Instruction comprised of comprehensive study materials and pre-class mentoring, customized Microsoft Official Curriculum, comprehensive lab manuals, and Self-Test Software

• Deluxe Package of Seven (7) Days of Hotel Accommodations, Breakfast and Lunch, Unlimited Beverages, Snacks, and Freshly-brewed Coffee

• 24-Hour Lab and Instructor Access

• Examination Vouchers & On-site Certification Testing

• Examination Passing Policy

Students who are successful in the Microsoft Business Certification preparation course should possess:

• Windows operating system experience.

• Microsoft Office experience.

Students who are successful in accelerated training and certification ALL possess:

• The drive and motivation to succeed and advance their careers.