Microsoft Certified Systems Engineers (MCSEs) receive these benefits:

• Industry recognition of your knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft products and technologies.
• Access to technical and product information —directly from Microsoft—through the MCP Member Site .
• Exclusive discounts on products and services from selected companies. Individuals who are currently certified can learn more about exclusive discounts by visiting the MCP Member Site .
• An MCSE logo, certificate, transcript, wallet card, and lapel pin to identify you as an Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) to colleagues or clients. Electronic files of logos and transcript may be downloaded from the MCP Member Site upon certification.
• Invitations to Microsoft conferences, technical training sessions, and special events.
• Free access to Microsoft Certified Professional Magazine Online , a career and professional development magazine. Security-enhanced content on the Microsoft Certified Professional Magazine Online site includes the current issue (available only to MCPs), additional online-only content and columns, an MCP-only database, and regular chats with Microsoft and other technical experts.
• A special deal on a subscription to Windows & .NET Magazine , a leading source of independent, how-to information for IT professionals working on a Microsoft Windows® platform. MCSEs and Microsoft Certified Systems Administrators (MCSAs) receive 50 percent off the retail subscription price. Visit the MCP Member Site for details.