>>>Sure. How much did you need to study specifially for MVP? How much did you spend in training costs specifically for MVP? How difficult was the MVP test? Compare that to what is required to become an MCP.
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>>In regard to time, probably, MVP costed me more :). In regard to money, it's arguable (i didn't pay myself for MCP test:). In regard to test difficulty, i don't know how MVP is evaluated (should be higher i guess).
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>I think that by getting MVP status one can save on MCP exams. :) Because MS Most Valuable Professional anyway means that MS recognizes you as a Professional and in addition Most Valuable. :)
>Of course if the clients have an idea what MVP means... :)


To gain MCP one must study and pass a series of exams. It is a certification process. MCPs can use official logos, etc in advertising, business cards, etc. You liken this to the person that attends college for x number of years and leaves with a PHD.

MVP is purely honorary. It is given to people for donating online support for Microsoft products. The MVP logo cannot be used on business cards, advertising, etc. Microsoft legal says that a logo indicates some form of certification, which MVP is not. To become an MVP, you need to be nominated. Microsoft will then watch your postings for a period of time. You will be graded on number of posts, accuracy of answers, etc. You can liken this to the college's commencement speaker that gets an honorary doctorate.