MCSA is designed as an independent credential that represents the job functions of a network administrator. Beside this, it also covers the skills of network engineers, systems administrators, IT engineers, information systems administrators, network technicians, and technical support specialists. MCSA is a mid-level certification between MCP and MCSE. Unlike MCSE, the MCSA does not require expertise in designing systems.
If you are planning to pursue MCSE Certification in future, MCSA also provides you with a credential that represents a subset of skills required by MCSE. After earning MCSA credential you can achieve MCSE by giving four more exams.
