MCSE SharePoint 2013 requires MCSA Server 2012!

About a month ago, I made a post about SharePoint 2013 Certifications. Microsoft added more details and confirmed the MCSE SharePoint Certification.  
This is what I found really interesting, and personally a really Smart move from Microsoft.  In order to become  a Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert in SharePoint 2013, you NEED to have your MCSA Server 2012. 
Furthermore, if you read the “Note” on the bottom you see that “The MCSE: SharePoint certification requires candidates to show continued ability to perform in this technology area by completing a recertification exam every three years”.


Since 2009, Microsoft really made it harder for people to be considered as MCITP and MCSE and I find it a really good initiative because not everyone can be a Pro anymore.

You now need to know SharePoint 2013 as well as the Infrastructure behind it. 

The GOOD news:   For current MCITP holders, Microsoft released an upgrade path to have your MCSA Server 2012 in only one exam: 70-417

The 70-331 and 70-332 Exams won’t come out until February 5th 2013 so, meanwhile download SharePoint 2013 Preview or RTM  if you are a MSDN or Technet Subscriber  and Download the Free E-book for IT Professionals from Microsoft. . 

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