From: Carsten Pedersen
Date: April 4 2004 8:42pm
Subject: MySQL Certification - Special Offer - Don't Miss Out
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Hi,

Here's the latest news from the world of MySQL certification:

* Get MySQL Core Certified for US$ 150 - Offer expires April 13
* MySQL Professional Certification Goes Live
* Why Get Certified?

http://www.mysql.com/certification


=== GET CERTIFIED FOR US$ 150 - OFFER EXPIRES APRIL 13

On April 14, The price for MySQL AB exams rises to your local equivalent
of US$ 200.00.

This is your last chance to register for a Core Certification Exam at
only US$ 150.00! So point your browser to http://www.vue.com/mysql TODAY
to register for the Core Certification exam! 

You do not need to actually sit the exam by April 13, but you must
register and pay for the exam by that date to make use of this offer.

See http://www.mysql.com/certification for more information on MySQL
Core Certification!


=== PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION GOES LIVE

Registrations for the Beta version of the Professional Certification is
now closed. On April 14, the Professional Certification exam will be
available in the Live version. 

For more information on MySQL Professional Certification, see
http://www.mysql.com/certification


=== WHY GET CERTIFIED?

MySQL certification is an advanced high quality certification process
that proves you have skills to use and manage a MySQL database. Here are
3 great reasons to get MySQL certified now:

1. Certification will help you earn more money. As a MySQL certified
   user you can expect many benefits including a salary increase. Survey
   show certified professionals earn more than non-certified
   professionals. 

2. Certification will help you get a better position. Certification
   gives you the "edge" when being considered for a promotion or other
   career opportunities. Receiving your certification shows you have the
   knowledge and skills to accept more responsibility. 

3. Certification establishes professional credentials. Certification
   stands out on your resume, serving as an impartial, third-party
   endorsement to your knowledge and experience.

Getting certified is a simple process! Register and schedule an exam
online with Pearson VUE (http://www.vue.com/mysql) and locate one of the
3000 worldwide testing centers near you.

Best regards,

Carsten H. Pedersen

-- 
Carsten H. Pedersen
Coordinator of Development, Certification Manager
MySQL AB, http://www.mysql.com

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