Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)

MCITP Overview

The Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) certification helps validate that an individual has the comprehensive set of skills necessary to perform a particular job role, such as database administrator or enterprise messaging administrator. MCITP certifications build on the technical proficiency measured in the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certifications. Therefore, you will earn one or more MCTS certifications on your way to earning an MCITP certification.

MCITP Candidate Profile

MCITP candidates are IT professionals capable of deploying, building, designing, optimizing, and operating technologies for a particular job role. They make the design and technology decisions necessary to ensure successful technology implementation projects.

Why Get Certified?

Earning a Microsoft Certification helps validate your proven experience and helps you build your career, whether you are new to technology or a seasoned professional. The benefits you receive after earning a Microsoft Certification provide you opportunities to connect with a vast, global network of Microsoft Certified Professionals (MCPs).

Research shows that certification is a value to you and your organization:

Relevance Helps validate real-world skills	63% of hiring managers think that certified individuals are more productive on the job Training and certification are necessary to maintain a high level of performance
Journey Helps build your career	43% of office workers report salary increases as a result of Microsoft Certification 57% of Microsoft-certified professionals expected to receive pay bonuses this year
Community Relationship with Microsoft and IT peers	Certified teams are 28% more productive* Microsoft Certification provides access to unique Microsoft resources, including a community of certified professionals