SQL Server 2008 Exam Beta: 71-450: PRO: Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Designing, Optimizing, and Maintaining a Database Administrative Solution

You are invited to take beta exam 71-450: PRO: Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Designing, Optimizing, and Maintaining a Database Administrative Solution. If you pass the beta exam, the exam credit will be added to your transcript and you will not need to take the exam in its released form. The results will not appear on your transcript until several weeks after the final form of the exam is released. The 71-xxx identifier is used for registering for beta versions of MCP exams, when the exam is released in its final form the 70-xxx identifier is used for registration.

71-450: PRO: Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Designing, Optimizing, and Maintaining a Database Administrative Solution counts as credit towards the following certification(s).

· Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Database Administrator 2008. In order to earn this certification you must also pass exam 70-432: TS: Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Implementation and Maintenance.

Find exam preparation information here: http://www.microsoft.com/learning/exams/70-450.mspx

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Availability

Registration begins: August 15, 2008

Beta exam period runs: August 18, 2008– September 16, 2008

Receiving this invitation does not guarantee you a seat in the beta; we recommend that you register immediately. Beta exams have limited availability and are operated under a first-come-first-served basis. Once all beta slots are filled, no additional seats will be offered.

Testing is held at Prometric testing centers worldwide, although this exam may not be available in all countries (see Regional Restrictions). All testing centers will have the capability to offer this exam in its live version.

Regional Restrictions: India, Pakistan, China

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Registration Information

Please use the following promotional code when registering for the exam: 239F4
You must register at least 24 hours prior to taking the exam.

To register in North America, please call:

· Prometric: (800) 755-EXAM (               800-755-3926        )

Outside the U.S./Canada, please contact:

· Prometric: http://www.register.prometric.com/ClientInformation.asp

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Test Information and Support

You are invited to take this beta exam at no charge.
You will be given four hours to complete the beta exam. Please plan accordingly.

SQL Server 2008 Beta Exam: PRO: 71-452: Designing a Business Intelligence Infrastructure Using Microsoft SQL Server 2008

You are invited to take beta exam 71-452: Designing a Business Intelligence Infrastructure Using Microsoft SQL Server 2008. If you pass the beta exam, the exam credit will be added to your transcript and you will not need to take the exam in its released form. The results will not appear on your transcript until several weeks after the final form of the exam is released. The 71-xxx identifier is used for registering for beta versions of MCP exams, when the exam is released in its final form the 70-xxx identifier is used for registration.

71-452: Designing a Business Intelligence Infrastructure Using Microsoft SQL Server 2008 counts as credit towards the following certification(s).

· Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Business Intelligence Developer 2008. In order to earn this certification you must also pass exam 70-448: TS: Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Business Intelligence Development and Maintenance.

Find exam preparation information: http://www.microsoft.com/learning/exams/70-452.mspx

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Availability

Registration begins: August 8, 2008

Beta exam period runs: August 13, 2008– September 10, 2008

Receiving this invitation does not guarantee you a seat in the beta; we recommend that you register immediately. Beta exams have limited availability and are operated under a first-come-first-served basis. Once all beta slots are filled, no additional seats will be offered.

Testing is held at Prometric testing centers worldwide, although this exam may not be available in all countries (see Regional Restrictions). All testing centers will have the capability to offer this exam in its live version.

Regional Restrictions: India, Pakistan, China

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Registration Information

Please use the following promotional code when registering for the exam: 3568C
You must register at least 24 hours prior to taking the exam.

To register in North America, please call:

· Prometric: (800) 755-EXAM (               800-755-3926        )

Outside the U.S./Canada, please contact:

· Prometric: http://www.register.prometric.com/ClientInformation.asp

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Test Information and Support

You are invited to take this beta exam at no charge.
You will be given four hours to complete the beta exam. Please plan accordingly.

Windows Small Business Server 2008 exam vouchers

Microsoft has posted on their SMB Community Blog a limited quantity of Windows Small Business Server 2008 exam vouchers.  Act fast by sending a request to askcorp@microsoft.com. 

regarding whether or not that test would count towards competency requirements since it is a beta test. Well, I confirmed with the certifications teams and they have made it official, yes, Beta exams DO count towards competency requirements. So use those free exam vouchers in full confidence that by passing the exam, your efforts will count towards your competency requirements.

Enjoy free exams!!!

regards,

Mahmoud Ibrahim from Al-Sadd Suites, Doha, Qatar

MCSE 2003 TO MCITP

Three exams to transition to MCITP – Enterprise Administrator

1. Exam 70-649: TS: Upgrading Your MCSE on Windows Server 2003 to Windows Server 2008, Technology Specialist
2. Exam 70-620 (earns MCTS: Windows Vista Configuration) or Exam 70-624 (earns MCTS: Business Desktop Deployment)
3. Exam 70-647: PRO: Windows Server 2008, Enterprise Administrator

in case you like to obtain MCITP - Server Administrator, one exam is needed plus the upgrade Exam 70-649 listed above:

1. Exam 70-646: Pro: Windows Server 2008, Server Administrator

MCITP: Server Administrator on Windows Server 2008

if you planning to take the MCITP: Server Administrator on Windows Server 2008

You need to pass three exams:

1. Exam 70-640 (earns MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration)
2. Exam 70-642 (earns MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration)
3. Exam 70-646: Pro: Windows Server 2008, Server Administrator

Review the preparation guide for Exam 70-640: TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring
Review the preparation guide for Exam 70-642: TS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Configuring
Review the preparation guide for Exam 70-646: Pro: Windows Server 2008, Server Administrator

Learn about Microsoft Certifications

Microsoft Certification structure

• Technology Series: Specialist certifications train IT professionals in implementation, building, troubleshooting, and debugging of a specific Microsoft technology.

• Professional Series: Professional credentials validate the skill set required for a particular job.

• Master Series: Master certifications identify individuals with the deepest technical skills available on a particular Microsoft product.

• Architect Series: The Certified Architect program makes it easy for companies to identify experienced IT architects who have completed a rigorous peer review process.
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