SAP Certifications

Certification Levels SAP Education has introduced a new certification path (or route). This path is sub-divided into 3 levels thus: 1. Associate Certification: Associate Certification would serve as a prove that the holder has acquired the fundamental knowledge required from a consultant, or project team member. It shows that the consultant has successfully acquired broad SAP solution knowledge and skills. 2. Professional Certification: Professional Certification is more advanced compare to Associate Certification. Holder of this certification would be required to show evidence of proven project experience, and business process knowledge. In addition, consultant would be expected to possess a more detailed understanding of SAP solutions. 3. Master Certification (in development): Master Certification is a certification obtained at an expert-level. Holder of a Master Certification is expected to demonstrate high level of understanding of a specific area of SAP software. The consultant will function as a visionary expert at strategic-level and will also possess the ability to drive innovation and solution optimization through in-depth knowledge and vision.   Focus Areas Focus areas can aid potential candidates in identifying those vital areas necessary for concentration during exam preparation. Candidates may wish to explore these areas in order to obtain information relating to: - Certification Role (Level, Focus Area, Product Group, Solution, etc.) - Certification Test (Booking Code, Software, Number of Questions, Competence Areas, etc.) Focus areas are divided into 3 main parts. These areas are the only options  available in SAP, where candidates can achieve Certification. They are: 1. Application Certification: Those with significant experience in implementing an SAP solution can sit for this certification exam category. Candidate may take the exam without attending any SAP Academy course (but SAP highly recommended participation). Please, find this link: Application Certification for comprehensive lists of Certification Roles grouped by Focus Area. 2. Technology Certification: This option is open to those that already have significant experience with SAP technology. Candidate may take the exam without attending any SAP Academy course (but SAP highly recommended participation). Please, find this link: Technology Certification for comprehensive lists of Certification Roles grouped by Focus Area. 3. Development Certification: This certification is available for those developers who are developing applications for SAP solutions. Candidate with significant experience in SAP development may take the exam without attending any SAP Academy course (but SAP highly recommended participation). Please, find this link: Development Certification for comprehensive lists of Certification Roles grouped by Focus Area. Note In some countries, like India, you can only take the certification exam after completing the appropriate Solution Academy course and case study, or the equivalent SAP standard curriculum from any of the accredited SAP Partners. Please, check this with your local SAP Education before booking in order to avoid any embarrassment or disappointment during examination.   SAP Global Certification Policy SAP Global Certification Policy stipulates “conditions for program participation.” You will find detail information about participants, examinations policy, rules and regulations. Also, there are links here where you can book for the certification test through your local SAP Education Web site, or SAP Partner (Pearson Vue): www.vue.com/sap, or http://www.vue.com/busobjects. Please, find the link to SAP Global Certification Policy for more details on SAP Certification Policy globally.   Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Although, there are various questions and concerns raised about SAP Certification but most often asked questions that were reviewed by SAP Education themselves could be obtained from the following link: SAP Education (Frequently Asked Questions About SAP Certification)   *Disclaimer: SAPConsults is not associated with SAP AG Germany. All views and opinions on this site are personal, and are meant to be informative only.