Microsoft Professional Programmes

Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals

Learn core data concepts and how relational, non-relational, analytics and modern data services are implemented in the Microsoft Azure ecosystem.

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Your programme at a glance

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Duration & study mode
2 DaysOnline / Physical
Fees
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Entry requirements

Basic computer literacy; Ability to use a web browser and common desktop applications

All entry requirements
  • Basic English reading ability for technical terms
  • A laptop or desktop suitable for course labs
  • Stable internet connection for online delivery
  • Headset/microphone for live online sessions where required
  • No prior professional certification required for beginner-level programmes
  • For advanced programmes, foundation knowledge in the relevant subject is recommended
  • Commitment to complete practical activities and assignments
  • Willingness to follow lab safety, security, acceptable-use and ethical guidelines
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Programme Overview

What you will study

  • Core data concepts
  • Relational data
  • Non-relational data
  • Data analytics
  • Transactional workloads
  • Analytical workloads
  • Azure SQL services
  • Azure Storage data services
  • Data warehousing concepts
  • Modern analytics services

Tools & Platforms

Technologies used

  • Azure SQL Database
  • Azure Storage
  • Azure Data Factory overview
  • Microsoft Fabric overview
  • Azure Synapse overview
  • SQL tools
  • Azure Portal
  • Sample datasets
  • Power BI overview
  • Microsoft Learn

Learning Outcomes

Skills you will build

  • Explain data workload types
  • Understand relational concepts
  • Understand non-relational concepts
  • Describe analytics workloads
  • Identify Azure data services
  • Understand basic SQL concepts
  • Recognise data storage patterns
  • Explain ETL/ELT concepts
  • Understand reporting concepts
  • Prepare for cloud/data pathways

Career Pathways

Where this can lead

  • Data Support Trainee
  • Junior Cloud Technician
  • Database Support Assistant
  • Reporting Assistant
  • IT Support Engineer
  • Junior Data Operations Assistant
  • Cloud Support Associate
  • BI Support Trainee
  • Technical Support Executive
  • Entry-Level Data Technician

Labs & Practicals

Hands-on learning

  • Create Azure resource groups
  • Create and manage Microsoft Entra users
  • Deploy Azure virtual machines
  • Configure virtual networks and subnets
  • Apply Network Security Groups
  • Create storage accounts
  • Configure RBAC
  • Configure monitoring and alerts
  • Configure backup and restore
  • Troubleshoot a guided Azure scenario

Admission Requirements

Before you start

  • Basic computer literacy
  • Ability to use a web browser and common desktop applications
  • Basic English reading ability for technical terms
  • A laptop or desktop suitable for course labs
  • Stable internet connection for online delivery
  • Headset/microphone for live online sessions where required
  • No prior professional certification required for beginner-level programmes
  • For advanced programmes, foundation knowledge in the relevant subject is recommended
  • Commitment to complete practical activities and assignments
  • Willingness to follow lab safety, security, acceptable-use and ethical guidelines

Next Courses

Recommended pathways

  • Azure Administrator
  • Diploma in Cloud Computing & Security +AI
  • Power BI / Data Analytics pathway
  • Azure Data Engineering pathway
  • AI Fundamentals

NextGen Campus Support

Student support

  • Live lecturer-led instruction and guided demonstrations
  • Student support for academic and technical questions
  • Access to structured lesson materials and practice resources
  • Guidance on lab setup and troubleshooting
  • Progress support throughout the programme
  • Recorded-session support where applicable to the intake
  • Career and certification pathway guidance
  • Practical assignment and project guidance
  • Peer-learning and class communication support
  • NextGen Campus academic coordination and learner assistance

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