Student Spotlight: Mastering Microsoft Certifications

Ryan ClintonRyan Clinton recently caught our eye as we noticed he completed three Microsoft Office Certifications, both as a class requirement and for professional development rather quickly. After seeing he had achieved two out of three exams with perfect scores, we reached out to him to learn more about his desire to get Microsoft Certified. Continue reading Student Spotlight: Mastering Microsoft Certifications

Introducing the New Microsoft 365 Apps Exams

Over the summer, Microsoft released its latest versions of the Microsoft Office Specialist exams: Microsoft 365 Apps Associate and Microsoft 365 Apps Expert. Starting this semester, anyone interested in certifying with OIT will be offered the Microsoft 365 Apps exam, with the exception of the Outlook Associate exam, which is currently only available in the 2019 version. Microsoft Associate badge Continue reading Introducing the New Microsoft 365 Apps Exams

SMU’s MOS Certification Program Reaches 5,000 Certifications

Amanda MarusterThis Spring, OIT celebrates another significant milestone with our Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification program. We are pleased to announce the 5,000 certification holder—Amanda Maruster.  Amanda is a sophomore majoring in Accounting with a minor in Statistics and Psychology. She completed both her Excel Associate and Excel Expert Certification alongside 310 students assigned one or more exams for ITOM 2308. Continue reading SMU’s MOS Certification Program Reaches 5,000 Certifications

Summertime and the Learnin’ is Easy: Summer Training Now Available!

Looking to freshen up your skills this summer? We have just what you need! Check out our training courses for Sitecore, MOS certifications, and Canvas LMS, plus Canvas Boot Camp returns this August! Select courses have online options, as well.

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Issues with GMetrix in Apporto? Here’s How to Fix!

GMetrix logoFrom time to time we hear our MOS students are trying to access GMetrix practice exams using Apporto and are unable to access various features from the Microsoft Office ribbon as they are greyed out. Here’s a quick troubleshooting tip that should easily resolve the issue: Continue reading Issues with GMetrix in Apporto? Here’s How to Fix!