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Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator (AZ-900 + AZ-104)

Duration
12 Days
Delivery
Online / Physical
Campus Support
Lecturer-led support and guided lab practice

Career Outcomes

Career Opportunities & Progression

  • Azure Administrator
  • Cloud Administrator
  • Cloud Support Engineer
  • Junior Cloud Engineer
  • Infrastructure Engineer
  • Systems Administrator

Before you apply

Your programme at a glance

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Qualification
Professional certification training
Awarding body / certification
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Duration & study mode
12 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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Microsoft Certification Pathway

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator

Build your Azure foundation first, then develop the practical administration skills measured in the role-based administrator exam.

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AZ-900

Foundation exam

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

Understand cloud concepts, Azure architecture and services, and Azure management and governance.

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AZ-104

Role-based exam

Microsoft Azure Administrator

Prepare to implement, manage and monitor identity, governance, storage, compute and virtual networks in Azure.

Certification note: AZ-900 is a recommended foundation and is not a prerequisite. Passing AZ-104 earns the Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate credential.

Programme Overview

What you will study

  • Azure identity and governance
  • Subscriptions and resource groups
  • Role-based access control
  • Azure storage
  • Virtual machines
  • App and compute options
  • Virtual networks
  • Load balancing and connectivity
  • Monitoring and alerts
  • Backup and disaster recovery

Tools & Platforms

Technologies used

  • Azure Portal
  • Azure CLI
  • PowerShell
  • Microsoft Entra ID
  • Azure Virtual Machines
  • Azure Virtual Network
  • Network Security Groups
  • Azure Storage
  • Azure Monitor
  • Azure Backup

Learning Outcomes

Skills you will build

  • Manage Azure identities
  • Implement RBAC
  • Manage Azure resources
  • Configure storage
  • Deploy and manage VMs
  • Configure virtual networking
  • Implement network security
  • Monitor Azure resources
  • Configure backup and recovery
  • Operate a small Azure environment

Career Pathways

Where this can lead

  • Azure Administrator
  • Cloud Administrator
  • Cloud Support Engineer
  • Junior Cloud Engineer
  • Infrastructure Engineer
  • Systems Administrator
  • Cloud Operations Engineer
  • Technical Support Engineer
  • Hybrid Cloud Administrator
  • Azure Infrastructure Specialist

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

  • Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Programme
  • Microsoft Certified Cloud Security Engineer
  • Master of Microsoft Cloud Computing & Security
  • Diploma in Cloud Computing & Security +AI
  • Advanced Azure architecture pathway

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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