Masterskill appointed as new Microsoft Press distributor

Microsoft Press, part of the Learning Solutions division of Microsoft, has joined forces with Masterskill, the leading supplier of technology enhanced training products and services, to distribute e-learning and training resources. This partnership will provide users with access to online training solutions as well as books published directly by Microsoft.

"Microsoft Press publishes a range of literature on Microsoft products and is committed to helping customers get the full benefit of the products by making the course content learner focused. One of Masterskill`s major focuses is e-learning which allows the individual to manage his or her own learning process," says Raymond Moodley, business manager at Microsoft Press Southern Africa.

Madeleine van Tonder, managing director at Masterskill, says: "As a provider of training products and services to training and education institutions, we have found that their customers are often faced with time constraints and therefore value a service that offers them the opportunity to conduct training in their own time. Our relationship with Microsoft Press has resulted in a value-added service for our customers who are now able to buy all their training products from one education provider."

As a Microsoft Press distribution partner, Masterskill will distribute Microsoft Press products such as books and CD-ROMs and incorporate the content into Masterskill`s product set. This offers clients flexibility and customisation in the changing world of IT. Microsoft Press has over 500 titles, including the official curriculum for Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) and Microsoft Certified Systems Developer (MCSD).