Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification is for those looking to demonstrate proficiency in one or more Office programs and can help students differentiate themselves in today's competitive job market.
It is ideal for students wanting to demonstrate associate and expert level proficiency of core skills in the Office product suite. After passing a Microsoft Office examination, students will receive a Digital Badge, that can be added to their CVs and LinkedIn profiles.

Microsoft Office Specialist certification is available for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access (expert level only) across both 2016 and 2019/365 releases. In addition to gaining a certificate in individual programmes within the Office Suite, students who complete and pass multiple examinations, can gain additional certifications such as the ‘Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate’ and the ‘Microsoft Office Specialist: Expert’, see the following link for more information - Microsoft Office Certification Pathways (Link).

University of Lincoln students are offered this opportunity at a 90% discount of the standard price. Please use the link provided for more information - Microsoft Office Specialist Examination Sway (Link) .

If you have any queries about how this certification can be used as part of your Lincoln Award please contact careers@lincoln.ac.uk or 01522 8000085.
Once you have made your payment you will receive a confirmation email from the University of Lincoln Store. Please allow 1 week before you receive an email from Digital Education (digitaleducation@lincoln.ac.uk) with full details to get started with practice materials.