Improved Career Prospects: Because Microsoft is such a widely used platform in the business community, by becoming certified as a MOS you open a broader pool of potential careers across a wide variety of industries and positions. A MOS certification is especially helpful in making your candidacy stand out for entry-level positions.
Increased Earning Potential: In a survey done by Microsoft in 2017, nearly one-third of those with a MOS certificate experienced a pay raise post-certification. Starting salaries for those certified as a MOS can also be higher as employers do not need to invest time and expense in Microsoft training.
Career Advancement Potential: Getting a MOS certification can also provide the opportunity for advancement in your current career.
Improved Organization and Presentation Skills: nearly every business position requires the ability to organize files (Word), work with data (Excel), and create professional-looking charts (PowerPoint). MOS certification gives you the proficiency you need to perform these functions.
Increased Productivity: Fluency in the Microsoft suite of products makes you a more productive employee and increases your value to employers. 85% of supervisors say Office Specialists are more productive because of their MOS certification (Source: Certiport).