Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification is the leading IT certification in the world with more than 1 million exams are taken every year in over 140 countries. MOS certification exams have utilized performance-based testing technology for years and this certification led the IT industry in performance-based testing.
The new exams improve upon previous live-in-the-application testing environment by enabling even more real-world functionality and project and standards-based outcome testing.
This certification helps you to demonstrate that you have good knowledge, skills and abilities to productively use Microsoft Office. MOS enables you to tap the full features and functionality of the Microsoft Office system, resulting in heightened levels of individual performance, confidence, and differentiation.
Microsoft Office Specialist certification also helps academic institutions and business and government organizations in many ways.
At the Core and Expert level, individuals get certified in specific Microsoft Office applications. At the Master level, individuals must successfully complete 4 certification exams – 3 required and 1 elective.
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Word 2013 | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
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Word 2013 Expert | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
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The Microsoft Office Master 2013 distinction is comprised of four of the Microsoft Office Specialist 2013 certifications — three required and one elective. |
Word 2013 Expert | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
Excel 2013 Expert | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
PowerPoint 2013 | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
Access 2013 | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
Outlook 2013 | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
SharePoint 2013 | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
OneNote 2013 | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
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Word 2010 | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
Excel 2010 | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
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Access 2010 | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
Outlook 2010 | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
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OneNote 2010 | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
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Word 2010 Expert | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
Excel 2010 Expert | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
The Microsoft Office Master 2010 distinction is comprised of four of the Microsoft Office Specialist 2010 certifications — three required and one elective. |
Word 2010 Expert | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
Excel 2010 Expert | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
PowerPoint 2010 | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
Access 2010 | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
Outlook 2010 | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
SharePoint 2010 | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
OneNote 2010 | Exam Objectives | Preparation Guide |
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Exams are primarily performance-based and conducted in a “live,” or simulated, environment. Exam candidates taking exams for MOS 2007 or 2010 are asked to perform a series of tasks to clearly demonstrate their skills. For example, a Word exam might ask a user to balance newspaper column lengths or to keep text together in columns. MOS 2013 presents the candidate with a project to build, with tasks and steps that build on each other.
MOS 2010 and earlier versions provide a variety of brief tasks to complete using Office application tools and functions. The new exam format for MOS 2013 presents a short project that the candidate must complete, using the specifications provided. This creates a real-world testing experience for candidates. For more information, check out the MOS 2013 demo video.
A typical exam takes up to 90 minutes.
Yes, Microsoft offers localized exams for the MOS certification.
Exam results are displayed on your screen immediately after you complete an exam. Those who pass will receive (by mail) an official certificate within approximately two to three weeks.