Here’s a question for you… How many of you have thought about or decided to pursue a Microsoft certification and the asked the question of, “I wonder if there is any preparation material for the certification exams available?” Well today we are happy to announce another resource designed to help our partners in their quest for certifications for their individuals as well as to achieve their desired competencies for their company: “Microsoft Partner Exam Academy.”

• What is Partner Exam Academy?
  • It is a resource designed for our partners to connect you with preparation materials (including free and for-fee) you need to get yourself ready for the Microsoft certification exams.
• Why Microsoft Partner Exam Academy?
  • We know that achieving Microsoft certifications for your individuals and competencies for your organization is important. In addition, we know your time is valuable, so we want to help make sure you are ready for your exams when you take them.
• What exams are included in Microsoft Partner Exam Academy?
  • By popular demand, we are starting with these two offers:
    • Partner Exam Academy: Prepare for Desktop Exam (Exam 70-681)
    • Partner Exam Academy: Preparation for Virtualization Exams (Exams 70-401, 70-659, and 70-669)
• Will there be other exams included?
  • Yes, we will be bringing on more exams as we move forward, so be sure to keep checking back at the Partner Exam Academy site for new additions and updates.
• Where can I access Microsoft Partner Exam Academy?
  • It is available online RIGHT HERE

Be sure to check out the new Microsoft Partner Exam Academy site today and look for additional updates coming online as we move forward. In addition to Microsoft Partner Exam Academy, don’t forget to utilize the following training resources we also have available for you:

• Microsoft Partner Learning Paths – Developed to help you find training guidance organized by product, by competency, or by Microsoft solution.
• Microsoft Competency Exam Pack Offers – Save up to 40% on Microsoft competency exam packs.
• Microsoft Certification Practice Test Offers – Save up to 40% on Microsoft certification practice tests for Microsoft certification exams
• Microsoft Training Offer Locator - Local training and offers can help individual employees become certified, to help you attain or renew a Microsoft competency.
• Microsoft Partner Training and Events page on the Microsoft Partner Network portal, which includes a bunch of information, resources, and links to help you on your quest for training, certification, and more.

In addition, you can also keep up to date with information shared out by the Microsoft Partner Network Training Team by following them on Twitter at @mpntraining or checking out their page on Facebook.

Also, remember that you can get the latest training information right on your phone with the Microsoft Partner Info mobile app, which includes the Training section right inside the “People” menu:

Did you find this information helpful? If so, you may want to make sure you are utilizing all of the areas I share information online, such as: my Facebook page, my Twitter account, my Linkedin account, and my blog. Plus, you can now get all of the latest Microsoft Partner Information right on your phone!

Thank you and have a wonderful day,

Eric Ligman – Follow me on TWITTER, LinkedIn, and RSS and see “What I’m thinking”
Director, Worldwide Partner Experience
Microsoft Corporation
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