MOS 2020 Finalists
UK & Ireland Virtual Final 2020Meet our MOS 2020 UK & IE Championship Finalists
These Top 30 students have proved their Microsoft Office Specialist digital skills to be the Best of the Best and have secured a place in the MOS UK & Ireland Championship Virtual Final 2020. This competition sees over 30,000 entrants from across the UK & Ireland each year. To be invited to the final is an incredible achievement, which each student can add to their CV, allowing them to stand out to future employers.
3 MOS Champions will be crowned in their respective programs on June 25th in a virtual final, each winning the trip of a lifetime to compete in the 2021 MOS World Championship Final in the USA. Without further ado, let us introduce you to the Top 30 MOS UK & IE Championship Finalists for 2020…
ALEX BALL,
Birmingham City University
“I really wasn’t expecting this! Microsoft Certification is something I can talk about during interviews and something I can show quickly to prove I know how to use the software“
BENCY DANIEL,
Teesside University
“I am quite ecstatic. I wanted to learn the applications I already knew a bit better, certification will prove the level / standard of my knowledge to future employers“
BENJI LEWIS,
UTC Reading
“Certification has certainly developed my confidence in certain areas as well as proving to people in the industry I know what I’m talking about and I’m extremely capable“
BRODEN BATES,
New College Durham
“It feels good to be a finalist! I believe MOS Certification will make me more employable in any job that requires the use of Microsoft Office“
DAISY THOMAS,
Heywood Community School
“My favourite thing about having a certificate / digital badge from Microsoft is the sense of achievement and recognition that comes with it. I’m proud to have a globally recognised and respected credential.“
DANIEL GALLAGHER,
University of Nottingham
“It’s an honour and a privilege to qualify for the MOS UK & Ireland Final, my favourite thing about having a MOS Digital Badge is it proves my love for Excel“
DYLAN O’KANE,
Northern Regional College
“Work hard, try your best and be happy – the best bit of advice I’ve gotten from my mother. I worked hard for my MOS digital badge which is recognised by employers worldwide. Having it will be a big help when it comes to standing out from the competition for future roles.“
EOIN O MAHONY,
Kinsale Community School
“Achieving this certificate will stand to me in the future, it will show my future employer that I work hard for things I believe in“
HALYNA SOLTYS,
Cardiff Metropolitan University
“I love showcasing my MOS digital badge on my LinkedIn profile to show that I’m proficient, rather than just saying I can make a Powerpoint or use Excel. It’s a credible source to prove my proficiency in MOS“
HANNAH GREEN,
Rockwell College
“For me, having MOS Certification has helped me with completion of school work during the lockdown and will continue to benefit me for years to come“
HIRA RAMFUL,
University of Warwick
“Microsoft MOS Certification is a good progress point so that I know how far I’ve come. When you look back at where you were and see where you are now after putting in the work it gives you more motivation to keep moving forward“
JACK TAYLOR,
Sheffield Hallam University
“Microsoft Certification shows my determination and the fact that I will not pass up any opportunities presented to me, it proves I work hard.”
JAMES HALLAM-ALLSOP,
University of Lincoln
“Having certification on my CV will allow me to apply for careers I once thought were unavailable to me.”
JEFFREY HESSION,
Summerhill College
“When you think you have tried your best, try harder is my personal motto. I believe having Microsoft Certification will demonstrate my abilities and determination to future employers.“
JENNIFER PRESTON,
LMETB Dundalk Training CentreĀ
“It feels amazing to have qualified, I’m excited to have Microsoft Certification and being in the UK & Ireland Championship Final on my CV to help with any future jobs.“
JORDAN TARRANT,
University of Westminster
“I believe having this internationally recognised certification will help broaden my employment opportunities as it enhances my professional credibility.“
JUN LIN NG,
University of Nottingham
“My father says ‘ Always be willing to learn, don’t complain and don’t give up’, earning certification proves that I can achieve anything if I work for it.“
KATE BYRNE,
Gorey Community School
“Having certification is not only going to open doors for me in future it is also valuable to efficiently work on my school work.“
LEANNE MAHON,
Banagher College
“I aim to work in computer engineering. Having Microsoft certification will be hugely beneficial as it validates my keen interest in computers and technology.“
LEON WINFIELD,
Middlesbrough College
“In the future I think my MOS Digital Badge and Certification will help me get an apprenticeship.“
LONGGE WANG,
University of St Andrews
“My MOS Digital Badge functions as a passport. I can easily prove my skills to any employer around the world without providing any supplementary details.“
MALAIKA KAPADIA,
University of Nottingham
“I aspire to secure a role I enjoy within the business world or to start my own business venture. Certification has given me confidence to attempt new challenges.“
MARIE MOHAMMADI,
University of Nottingham
“I want to travel all around the world with my job, I think having certification on my CV makes me stand out and is certainly a talking point for interviews where I can explain what it is and how I’ve got it.“
MATTHEW FIELDHOUSE,
Birmingham City University
“For me, having certification demonstrates I can use Microsoft Office applications and have the skills desired by employers.“
MEGAN MCGROARTY,
Donegal ETB
“I want to get a job in IT and I believe MOS Digital Badge will help me get it.“
MILLIE GREAVES,
University of Nottingham
“Microsoft Certfiication gives me an advantage when applying for jobs, all future jobs will require the digital skills which I’ve gained from this programme.“
SHONAUGH WRIGHT,
University of St Andrews
“I would love to work as a Data Analyst or in IT, I think having a MOS credential will be helpful as it shows I can use Microsoft products and that I’m committed to professional development.“
TIFFANY DOHERTY,
Donegal ETB
“It feels great to have qualified for the MOS UK & Ireland Championship Final, I’m excited for my qualification to open up job opportunities.“
VASILIKI ANNA KIOUSI,
University of Nottingham
“The MOS Certification was an optional module offered at my university. I have always worked using Microsoft Word but I wanted to go the extra mile and become really good at using it. Now I have boosted my CV.“
WISAM SHERWI,
UTC Reading
“It feels amazing to know that I’m one of the top performers out of all the entries in the competition, I’m excited to prove to my future employers that I’m certified and that I have skill in using Microsoft programs.“