Microsoft Office Specialist Certificate

Nearly every position in a business setting today requires proficiency in the Windows environment and the use of Microsoft Office computer applications. This program is designed to develop key computer skills using all Office products, and bring the user to "expert" level in Word and Excel, the two most heavily used applications. Participants explore beginning and advanced concepts, as well as tools and tips designed to transform the ordinary Office user to a "super-user." Coursework also helps prepare participants for the Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) certification exams.

Objectives
This program provides participants with a broad exposure to the entire Microsoft Office Suite. Participants obtain in-depth skills to navigate, create, edit and manage documents and files. Through hands-on training and skills development participants become expert users in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook.

Who Can Benefit
Administrative staff, business analysts, clerical staff and others who may benefit from developing a comprehensive knowledge and skill set using the world's leading applications for business and personal productivity.

Note
All Microsoft Certified courses and certificate programs at UCR Extension help students prepare for official Microsoft certification exams. To receive official Microsoft certification, students must meet all Microsoft requirements as listed on www.microsoft.com.