MPN Changes in Credential requirements.
I want to provide a peek into some changes around Credential changes. We will be sending out further communications shortly.
Effective Dec 15, 2009, the following certifications will no longer be required for partners to qualify into the listed competencies. The changes are in place now, Feb 2010. Partners re-enrolling between Dec 15, 2009 and Feb 2010, will be provided manual overrides.
Existing Competencies Advanced Credentials to be Dropped
Systems Managent MCSE
Server Platform MCSE
Virtualization MCSE, MCITP
Security MCSE, Third Party Certs
Custom Development MCTS, MCPD
Unified Communications (Messaging) MCSE, MCITP
The reasoning is as follows:
- The changes are Aligned with “Standard” competency requirements to be launched in Oct 2010
- The “Advanced” credentials, as appropriate, will be applicable at “Advanced” competency level. The "Advanced" competency requirements will be announced late this month (In Progress).
I hope this clears up some confusion. Again, MPN will be sending out communications shortly. Please reach out to me with any questions.
Scott Akin
Regional Enablement Director
sakin@microsoft.com