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Our world-class Microsoft IT Academy curriculum will help you obtain the hands-on skills and practice that you need to succeed in technology careers. The program offers classroom and online learning, hands-on labs, and access to hundreds of courses, books, cutting-edge resources, and collaboration tools. Most important, you can earn valuable Microsoft Certifications, which can increase your chances of getting a good job in today's tough economy. There is a global need for people highly skilled in Microsoft technologies, and Microsoft Certifications are the credentials you need to impress employers.
Students are enjoying all of these benefits, and there are many success stories. One student who earned a certification at a Microsoft IT Academy said:
"What I like most about my new skills is that I am more valuable in the job market and have a broader range of opportunities that I can pursue. I was able to start a new career that has allowed me to make great strides towards my personal and professional goals."
As a student in a Microsoft IT Academy, you also have access many worldwide innovative programs, including Students to Business, Imagine Cup, and Dream Spark.
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Find unique mentoring, training, and certification opportunities in the Students to Business program. This program provides the curriculum and training needed to ensure that you are prepared to meet the needs of companies around the globe.
• Inspire local businesses to communicate the competency requirements for new talent
• Evaluate the skills of students ready for an entry-level job or internship
Learn more about the Students to Business program |
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Apply your imagination, passion, and creativity to technology innovations that can make a difference in today's world. Now in its seventh year, the Imagine Cup has grown to be a truly global competition focused on finding solutions to real-world issues. It is open to students around the world. The Imagine Cup is a serious challenge that draws serious talent and intense competition.
Learn more about the Imagine Cup |
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Download and use Microsoft tools and software to unlock your creative potential and embark on a path that will lead to your academic and career success. Hone your skills in technical design, technology, math, science, or engineering. You receive free professional developer and design tools, so you can chase your dreams and create the next big breakthrough in technology—or just get a head start on your career.
Learn more about DreamSpark |
Find out about all student programs at Microsoft.
