Advantages of MCP

The MCP Advantage

When you hire a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), your company benefits from a technically proficient professional who has hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge. A November 2006 IDC white paper indicates that team performance improves for each new team member who becomes certified.

• Watch the "Value of Certification" video

• Read the "Value of Certification," IDC white paper (PDF file, 153.5 KB)

The findings from the IDC paper reveal the following benefits:

Improved project deployment

The skill level of a team is directly responsible for how an organization performs in several key IT functional areas.

Increased team performance and productivity

Sixty-three percent of hiring managers believe certified individuals are more productive than their non-certified counterparts are.

Improved customer satisfaction

Sixty-six percent of managers believe certifications improve the level of service and support offered to customers.

Enhanced efficiency

On average, 40 percent to 55 percent of top-performing teams are comprised of MCPs.

Increased employee expertise and retention

Seventy-five percent of managers believe that certifications are important to team performance. Forty-five percent of employees strongly agree that when their employers pay for exams, it provides a strong incentive to stay in their jobs.