MCSE: Desktop InfrastructureSolutions ExpertThe globally recognized standard for IT professionalsShow that you can deploy and manage desktops and devices that provide access from anywhere, while maintaining security and compliance. Also validate your skills in desktop virtualization, remote desktop services, and application virtualization. Earning an MCSE: Desktop Infrastructure certification will qualify you for such job roles as desktop and device support, and data and applications manager.Heard about the coming Windows Server 2012 R2 updates? Read the FAQs to find out how we are updating our certifications.StepTitleOptional trainingRequired examCertification earned1Installing and Configuring Windows Server 20124104102Administering Windows Server 20124114113Configuring Advanced Windows Server 2012 ServicesAfter successfully completing steps 1-3, you'll earn a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA): Windows Server 2012 certification.4124124Implementing a Desktop Infrastructure4154155Implementing Desktop Application Environments416416This MCSE certification requires you to show continued ability to perform in your chosen solution area by completing a recertification exam every three years.Additional optionsYou can substitute Exam 346: Managing Office 365 Identities and Requirements, Exam 409: Server Virtualization with Windows Server Hyper-V and System Center, or Exam 462: Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Databases, for Exam 412.See the optional training for Managing Office 365 Identities and RequirementsSee the optional training for Server Virtualization with Windows Server Hyper-V and System CenterSee the optional training for Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2012 DatabasesHow to upgrade to the MCSE: Desktop Infrastructure certification You can upgrade these certifications to the MCSE: Desktop Infrastructure certification.MCITP: Enterprise Desktop Administrator on Windows 7MCSA: Windows Server 2008MCITP: Server Administrator on Windows Server 2008MCITP: Enterprise Administrator on Windows Server 2008MCITP: Virtualization Administrator on Windows Server 2008 R2MCITP: Enterprise Messaging Administrator 2010MCITP: Lync Server Administrator 2010MCITP: SharePoint Administrator 2010StepTitleOptional trainingRequired examCertification earned1Upgrading Your Skills to MCSA Windows Server 20124174172Implementing a Desktop Infrastructure4154153Implementing Desktop Application Environments416416The lifespan of a certification varies, based on certification track and certification technology. See lists of retired exams and retired certifications.How to recertify the MCSE: Desktop Infrastructure certificationIf you currently hold the MCSE: Desktop Infrastructure certification, and are approaching your three-year recertification date, you can recertify by taking this exam.TitleOptional trainingRequired examCertification earnedRecertification for MCSE: Desktop InfrastructureNot available982ResourcesSign up to receive occasional email messages about Microsoft CertificationsFind training on Windows Server 2012 in the Microsoft Virtual AcademyWatch the Jump Start for Windows Server 2012Download an evaluation copy of Windows Server 2012Download an evaluation copy of Windows 8Download an evaluation copy of System Center 2012 Find a practice test at MeasureUpFind a practice test at Kaplan SelfTestFind a practice test at TranscenderConnect with others studying for Exam 410Connect with others studying for Exam 411Connect with others studying for Exam 412Connect with others studying for Exam 415Connect with others studying for Exam 416Read a case study