Microsoft Business Certification
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Description
The new Microsoft Business Certification program specifically targets workplace demand for 2007 Office system skills. Companies worldwide are upgrading to the 2007 Office system, and the Microsoft Business Certification is a perfect opportunity to leverage and validate their technology investment.
Individuals certified in the 2007 Microsoft Office products are able to effectively use the powerful new features and functionality of the 2007 Office release to complete tasks and projects more efficiently. Information workers can also become certified on the new Windows Vista™ operating system.
A recent IDC survey found that 89 percent of Microsoft Office certified employees do not require additional supervision to perform their duties. In addition, 3 out of 4 supervisors believe that administrative support employees proficient in Microsoft Office technology play an important role in setting the standards for their organization’s work processes. (IDC White Paper sponsored by Microsoft, Preventing Bad Hires: The value of objective Pre-hire Assessment. November 2006.)
Available Programs
Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS)
Word 2007
- Spend more time writing, less time formatting, with the new Ribbon in Office Word 2007.
- Reduce file sizes and improve document retention.
- Connect documents to business information.
Excel 2007
- Explore large amounts of data with more rows, columns, and other new features.
- Create, format, and expand tables with new Excel table enhancements.
- Use shared charting in the 2007 versions
PowerPoint 2007
- Add designer-quality SmartArt™ graphics.
- Use new themes, layouts, Quick Styles, tables, and charts.
- Share information and collaborate with users of different operating systems
Access 2007
- Get started quickly using pre-built tracking applications.
- Complete tasks faster with the new user interface.
- Effectively share tracked information with others.
Outlook 2007
- Instantly search all information.
- Easily manage daily priorities and information.
- Connect with people easily and effectively.
Windows Vista
- Improve security and compliance.
- Optimize your desktop infrastructure.
- Find and use information more easily.
Practice Tests and CBT
Nothing replaces instructor-led training. However, many students have very high anxiety about taking any type of test and many are new to taking tests on the computer. Practice tests help acclimate students to the test environment and give them confidence in their skills. Practice tests and computer-based tutoring are critical to helping the student succeed on the exams. Below are short tutorials showing how the practice test and mentoring work using IC3 as an example.
Prerequisites
Students must have basic competencies such as those provided by IC3 and digital literacy training.
Pricing
The MCAS and Microsoft Business Certification training is a customized program. The cost is typically all inclusive and covers the textbook, training, and exam vouchers.
See individual class pages for pricing and registration: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Just need the exam? MCAS exam vouchers are $89 for a single exam or $106.80 for an exam with a retake (retake voucher is assigned by Certiport only upon failure). SawyerTraining does not charge a proctoring fee if you purchase your vouchers or training through us.
MCAS Certiprep practice exams are available and are $100 for a single title or $150 for a package of all 5 exam titles.
SawyerTraining, Inc. is an authorized Certiport testing center and uses only authorized instructors.
Contact SawyerTraining, Inc. directly to purchase or for more information (tel: 612.234.1298 or email: Sales@sawyerTraining.com)
Assessments
Assessments are an ideal way for Human Resource departments to assure applicants have the necessary skills for their jobs before hiring. Assessments are less pressure for a candidate and less expensive for the organization while still giving an very accurate measure of the candidate's skill. Using assessments allows organizations to be fair and consistent in their evaluation of applicants and reduce training and support costs post-hire. Organizations can also use assessments in place of exams either before or after training (or both) to evaluate employee skills and training effectiveness.
Customization
Microsoft Office and business programs can be standardized using the curriculum mapped to the Microsoft objectives. Training can also be highly customized to fit the specific need of an organization. Customized modules focused on specific job roles can build comprehensive programs for your employees. An extensive needs analysis and plan for implementation and outcomes will be part of customized training program. SawyerTraining can provide customized materials in line with your specific needs.
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