I do not think that anyone can argue about the benefits of a Microsoft certificate. Microsoft certification proves to employers that you have mastered certain types of information technology over the course of your career. It complements your college degree by showing that you have training in certain programs and career skill sets, such as Microsoft Word or systems engineering. But what if you do not have the time to attend class. You can now get your microsoft certificate online. For a person like me with a very hectic schedule this was a dream come true. I can do it at my own pace and still have the certificate in my resume.