Master Service Provider Specialisation

Reach the highest level for Cisco Security solutions by building on your Advanced Service Provider Architecture Specialisation, the exclusive Master Service Provider Specialisation will ensure you have the expertise to help your service provider customers manage their business by being a trusted advisor at a regional level.  The Specialisation will enable you to bring your customers into the digital age as you help them build a secure and advanced network.   The specialisation can also:

• Boost your profits with unique incentive programs, rebates, and co-marketing funds
• Benefit from working with Cisco technology partners
• Use a distinct Master Partner logo to position your best-in-class skills
• Access in-depth training and support resources

Role Sharing Rules – Master Specialisation

An individual can fulfil an AM, SE or FE role in a Master Specialisation regardless of which other Express or advanced roles he holds. However, that individual can only hold the same type of role in other specialisations.    

Specialisation Requirements

Partners will be required to fulfil special requirements for this Master Specialisation including a full audit for first time applicants.   Partners going through a full audit are required to complete the steps below

Step 1:  Pre-Audit

• Advanced Service Provider Architecture Specialisation (need link)
• Cisco certifications - See table below
• Other specialisations -  See table below
• Red Hat certifications – see table below
• Customer References or POVs (Proof of Value)

Step 2:  Technical Evaluation

• After a Cisco Certification Program Manager validates your application, the manager will forward your application to the third-party auditing firm who will contact you to arrange an Evaluation audit date.  Normally carried out virtually (Webex)

Step 3: Foundation and Sales Onsite Evaluation

• After a Cisco Certification Program Manager validates your application, the manager will forward your application to the third-party auditing firm who will contact you to arrange an Evaluation audit date.

Required Exams and Recommended Training

Requirement	Required Certifications or Specialisations
Cisco Certifications or Specialisations	Advanced Service Provider Architecture Specialisation
	AND
	500-210 (CSPOFE)	SP Optical Technology Field Engineer Representative (OPT201)	3 days - ILT
	OR
	500-240 (CMBFE)	7Deploying Cisco Service Provider Mobile Backhaul Solutions (MOBBKHL300)	4 days - ILT
	AND
	Advanced Data Center Architecture Specialisation
	OR
	Advanced Unified Fabric Specialisation
	OR
	Advanced Unified Computer Specialisation

Requirement	Required Certifications or Specialisations
Non Cisco Certifications	Red Hat Certified Open Stack Systems Administrator
	Red Hat Certified Open stack Engineer

Note:  Requirements can be met by any individual within the Partner organisation

Note:  Global knowledge is able to provide this training in ILT/Virtual format and E-learning if required.  Please discuss with your Global Knowledge Training Advisor.