There are a couple of benefits to getting MCSE certified. One that is really obvious is an increase in pay.  However, and I mean no disrespect to those that are MCSE certified, all it means is that you know Windows. It can open some doors for you and it isn't like what it used to be when someone sais that they're MCSE certified. On the other hand, it'll show a prospective employer that you had the initiative to learn this stuff...which I'm sure goes a long way.