Frequently Asked Questions: Microsoft Project 2010 Certification

What is a Microsoft Project 2010 Certification exam 71-178?

Once a candidates passes the"Exam 71-178: Microsoft Project 2010, Managing Projects", he/she receives a Certificate from Micorosoft indicating the candidate is proficient in using Microsoft Project 2010 software for setup and managing a project plan.

The exam includes topics related to Project Standard 2010 and Project Professional 2010 desktop features (excluding Project Server features) to manage a project schedule and communicate the project to individuals, teams, and the enterprise. The candidates should have experience in effectively scheduling, communicating, collaborating on, and delivering projects using these two applications. Candidates should also know key project management concepts and terminology as related to developing a project plan.

What are the benefits of becoming certified?

By certifying one’s skills, individuals can validate their technical abilities and demonstrate proficiency, while providing marketable skills that speak to employers. The objectives of the certification exam is to reflect the student's grasp of using Microsoft Project software to setup and manage a project plan.

What is covered in the exam 71-178?

The Exam 71-178 has multi-choice online questions that test candidate’s knowledge on the use of the Microsoft Project 2010 software to setup and manage project plan and fundamentals on Project Management concepts.

The exam covers following topics:

• Initializing Project 2010
• Creating a Task-Based Schedule
• Managing Resources and Assignments
• cking and Analyzing a Project
• Communicating Project Information

You should study the topics for the exam to make sure you have experience in using those features of the product. More information about the exam include:

• Live exams include about 50 questions.
• A typical exam takes up to 90-120 minutes.
• The exam costs $125 in the United States and other prices in other countries. The price of an exam in the United States will rise to $150 startign on July 1, 2011. Exam pricing country by country is available here.
• After answering questions and pressing Submit, you'll find out immediately if you've passed or failed.
• Exam 70-178 primarily used multiple choice and scenario questions to measure your abilities with the Project 2010 products. Exam 70-178 will be similar, but cover all of the new and relevant topics for Project 2010 desktop products.
• To schedule an exam, visit Prometric, Microsoft's testing provider.

What can I expect if I pass the exam?

As soon as you pass the exam, your name and exam results are automatically transferred to Prometric. Within four weeks of passing a certification exam, you will receive a mail from Microsoft with your certificate. The official title of the credential is "Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Microsoft Project 2010, Managing Projects."

What is the process for taking the exam?

It is a four step process:

1. Prepare for the exam 71-178
2. Register and schedule for the test online at a Prometric Authorized Testing Center in your area
3. Go to the Testing center on the schedule date for the test with 2 forms of an official picture id.
4. Take the exam

Within four weeks of passing a certification exam, you will receive an official certificate in the mail with Microsoft logo from Microsoft that highlights your accomplishment.

Does NR Computer Learning Center (NRCLC) provide any assistance in preparing for the exam?

NRCLC provides the following assistance in preparing for the exam:

• Hands-on Classroom Training: Student can select a course from our list of scheduled class. The scheduled classes are held at our training facility located in Orange, CA. These classes are good for students who like to learn in a small group environment with maximum of 12 student per training sessions. For more information on our scheduled classes, please visit our website at http://www.nrclc.com . We also have a testing center, where student have the option for registering for the exam right after the training.
• Corporate Training: Companies have the option to send their employees to our training facility in Orange or have our instructor provide instruction at their facility. To request for Corporate Training, fill up the online form at http://www.nrclc.com/CorporateTraining/Corporate_Training.html. or call us at (714) 505-3475.
• Online Courses: Students have the option to signup for online courses to take the class from a location of their choice. To view list of our online courses, click here.
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