MCTS: Windows Mobile 5.0 Implementing and Managing

The Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist certifications enable professionals to target specific technologies and to distinguish themselves by demonstrating in-depth knowledge and expertise in their specialized technologies.

A Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist in Windows Mobile 5.0, Implementing and Managing (MCTS: Windows Mobile 5.0, Implementing and Managing) possesses a deep and broad understanding of designing, implementing, and managing mobile infrastructures, mobile devices, and mobile applications in a business environment. The qualified candidate for this certification typically has experience with Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 or Exchange Server 2007 and knowledge of concepts such as Outlook Web Access (OWA), Outlook Mobile Access (OMA), and Exchange ActiveSync (EAS). The candidate also has one to two years of experience working with Active Directory directory services, at least one year of experience working with mobile devices, and experience using or managing Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 with the Messaging and Security Feature Pack. The successful candidate also has knowledge of mobile and general network security concepts such as firewalls, reverse proxy, certificates, and configuring security protocols (EAP, TLS, WPA, WEP, and 802.1x); Microsoft ActiveSync 4.1 or later; and messaging protocols such as Short Message Service (SMS) and Hotmail (HTTP).

How to Earn Your MCTS: Windows Mobile 5.0, Implementing and Managing

MCTS candidates must pass one exam that focuses on designing, implementing, and managing mobile infrastructures, mobile devices, and mobile applications in a business environment. See the following table for related training resources. For exam availability, dates, and specific areas of focus.