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Program Description for Microsoft Office Specialist 2007	View Basket

Provider

Western Michigan University

Date of last update

4/1/2013

Description

This is a non-credit course offered completely online through Western Michigan University's Extended University Program. The Microsoft Office Specialist 2007 (MOS) program is the only comprehensive, performance-based certification program approved by Microsoft to validate business computer skills using Windows Vista and Microsoft Office 2007: Excel, Word, Power Point, Access, and Outlook. MOS certification is the globally recognized standard for validating expertise with the Microsoft Office 2007 suite of programs. Books and other course materials are included in the cost of the course Certification can help you differentiate yourself in today's competitive job market, broaden your employment opportunities, and garner greater earning potential. Certification can also help you advance in your current job. Mastering more skills increases your effectiveness and efficiency. Research indicates that certified professionals are more confident and productive with Microsoft programs. Many employers consider certification when determining who to hire. Certification can be the difference in whether or not you get a job or get a better job. Students who complete MOS certification training earn more (about 12% more) than employees who aren't certified. In addition, 82% of the students who get certified report getting a bonus upon receiving their certification. When you use Approved Courseware for the Microsoft Office Specialist programs to help prepare for Microsoft Office certification exams, you know you're using the very best study materials available. You will also get a certificate of completion from Western Michigan University You have to complete 240 hours of online course work, at which you can complete at your own pace.

Contact Name

Contact Phone Number

(269) 387-4200

Contact URL

http://www.wmich.edu/offcampus/professional/non-credit.php?cid=94&s=design

Course Length

400 Hours

Admission Requirements

This program is compatible with the Windows XP, but students will need access to a system operating Windows Vista.. You'll need the following Microsoft products already installed on your computer in order to take this program: Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7, and Microsoft Office 2007 or Microsoft Office 2010

Credential Earned

Other

Other Credential Description

Online Certificate

Sources of Financial Assistance Accepted

Individual Training Accounts, http://www.gatlineducation.com/fin_aid.html

Estimated Waiting Period to Enter Program

1 Weeks

License Fee for Employment

Program Cost

$1,995

Additional Costs

Internship/Externship Required

New Program

Completion Rate

0.0%

Number of Graduates in the last year

Employment Rate

Not Available

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Training-Related Placement Rate

Not Available

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Average Starting Wage

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Program Description for Microsoft Office Specialist 2007