2. Certify skills through Microsoft ® Office Specialist 2007. Microsoft Office Specialist 2007 represents an exciting opportunity for job candidates to validate their digital workplace skills and abilities… for managers to quantify the positive impact of workforce development and placement programs… and for workforce development organizations to place candidates—all by utilizing the powerful features and functionality of the Office 2007 suite. Are you ready to take advantage of all the benefits that MOS certification has to offer? WORKFORCE DEVELPOMENT

3. The Microsoft ® Office Specialist 2007 advantage: Organizations can more easily meet their directive to place job candidates. Organizations can cost-effectively measure the value of job training and placement programs. Agency clients get a skilled workforce, with workers who are more productive and efficient. Prospective employers can quickly and consistently screen candidates based on globally recognized standards. Job candidates can validate their Microsoft Office skills and abilities, differentiating themselves in the job market. WORKFORCE DEVELPOMENT

4. Validate skills on the most popular Microsoft Office 2007 programs. Word 2007 A comprehensive set of writing tools that help users create and share content. Excel ® 2007 A powerful tool for creating spreadsheets, and analyzing and sharing information. PowerPoint ® 2007 Powerful presentation tool that allows users to create professional-looking presentations. Outlook ® 2007 An integrated solution for managing time and information, connecting across boundaries. Access ® 2007 A database solution that allows users to effectively track, report and share information. Windows ® Vista ® for Business An operating system designed to deliver a productive, high-performing desktop experience while making it easy to manage huge volumes of business documents. WORKFORCE DEVELPOMENT

5. Why is Microsoft Office Specialist 2007 certification important for job candidates? Microsoft Office Specialist certification is a cost-effective, ready-made way to ensure job candidates are prepared with the Office 2007 skills employers want. With validated, in-demand skills, certified job candidates are more prepared to join the workforce and will secure employment more easily. Job candidates with proven desktop computing skills differentiate themselves in the job market. Certification promotes hiring and career advancement. WORKFORCE DEVELPOMENT

6. Microsoft ® Office Specialist 2007 Certification Overview Microsoft Office Specialist (Core Certification) Candidate must pass ANY ONE of these exams: Word 2007 Excel ® 2007 PowerPoint ® 2007 Access ® 2007 Outlook ® 2007 Microsoft ® Vista®for Business Microsoft Office Expert Candidate must pass EITHER ONE of these exams: Word 2007 Expert Excel ® 2007 Expert Microsoft Office Master Candidate must pass ALL THREE required exams and ONE elective exam: Required Word 2007 Expert Excel 2007 Expert PowerPoint ® 2007 Elective Access ® 2007 OR Outlook ® 2007 WORKFORCE DEVELPOMENT

7. The Microsoft ® Office Specialist 2007 impact: In a recent survey on digital skills in the workplace: 89% of certified employees do not require additional supervision to perform their duties. 71% of supervisors indicated Microsoft Office certification is advantageous to employees considered in hiring, promotion and advancement decisions. 40% of supervisors report that Microsoft Office-certified employees are a valuable resource to other employees. SOURCE: Preventing Bad Hires: The Value of Objective Pre-Hire Assessment (IDC White Paper, 2007) WORKFORCE DEVELPOMENT

8. Find out how Microsoft ® Office Specialist 2007 can work for you. Partner Contact Information goes here. WORKFORCE DEVELPOMENT

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