The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) qualification is part of the Microsoft Business Certification Series.

MOS is a comprehensive, performance-based certification Programme approved by Microsoft to validate desktop computer skills using Microsoft Office 2003, Office XP or Office 2000 suites of desktop applications.

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification is available for the following applications:

• Word (core and expert)
• Excel (core and expert)
• PowerPoint core
• Access core
• Outlook core

MOS is a qualification for Intermediate or Advanced users of Microsoft Office Applications

The Benefits of MOS for Commercial Organisations

Up to 83% of employers feel their Microsoft Office Specialist-certified employees are more productive.*

• Hiring certified workers and certifying existing employees maximises a company’s return on investment.
• Certified individuals are able to do their jobs better and faster than ever before.
• 87% of employers observe increased competency in their Microsoft Office Specialist-certified employees.
• Recruiting certified candidates helps decrease the time that hiring managers need to fill job vacancies.
• 74% of employers feel MOS certification has a positive effect on employee credibility with co-workers, customers and clients.
• FETAC (Further Education and Training Awards Council) has now accredited the MOS series on the National Framework of Qualifications of Ireland. MOS core level is a level 4 and MOS Expert level is a level 5 on the Framework.

*These are the Results of an independent survey by SurveySite across North America, the UK and Japan.

Earning Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification proves that an individual has the necessary skills and expertise to work with Microsoft’s Office applications.

• Research shows that 82% of certified Microsoft Office Specialists report a salary increase after certification.*
• MOS qualification can lead to more leverage when looking for employment.
• MOS Qualifications helps individuals differentiate themselves in a competitive job market.
• Individuals get the most out of their desktop computing skills to tackle the oughest tasks and projects.
• Most importantly— people who are certified are able to do their jobs better and faster than ever before.
• Microsoft Office Specialists can make exam transcripts available online to companies or employers.
• Passing an MOS exam means you can prove your skills in that application.